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SUMMARY:Zero to Hero series - Behaviour change: How to go from raising awareness to changing behaviour
DESCRIPTION:Ruth Dale\, CEO and Founder of Hidden Voices Heard\, a behavioural insight consultancy dedicated to closing the gap between health messages and human reality \nView the slides
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/behaviour-change-how-to-go-from-raising-awareness-to-changing-behaviour/
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SUMMARY:WhatsApp channels
DESCRIPTION:Free for LGcomms members (please log in to book) \nRun by\, Molly Williams\, Sheffield City Council\, Zander Mills\, South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue and Dan Slee. \nWhat will be covered: \n\nPros and cons of WhatsApp\nWhat is WhatsApp Channels? A basic overview\nPractical tips for getting set-up and using it\nExperiences from SCC\, SYFR and wider\nNot just broadcast- 3 x examples of two way engagement from SYFR\nAnalytics and measurement\nSome inspirational accounts to follow\nQ&A\n\n 
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/whatsapp-channels/
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SUMMARY:LGcomms East Midlands regional network meeting
DESCRIPTION:Free to LGcomms members \nTuesday 2 December 2025 \n3pm – 4pm \nVirtual – Via MS Teams \nWe’re delighted to invite you to our next LGcomms East Midlands Networking Event to be held online on Tuesday\, 2 December\, between 3pm and 4pm.\n\nFollowing our last in-person session in September\, this meeting will focus on Community Cohesion. We are pleased to be joined by Andy Allsopp\, Head of Profession\, Communications and Marketing at Essex County Council. There will also be an opportunity for wider discussion.\n\nTo find out more\, please contact Rachael Pengelly – rachael.pengelly@emcouncils.gov.uk or Craig Forsyth – Craig.Forsyth@westnorthants.gov.uk.
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lgcomms-east-midlands-regional-network-meeting-5/
CATEGORIES:Regional event
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SUMMARY:LGcomms East of England regional network meeting
DESCRIPTION:We’re delighted to be able to invite you to our next LGcomms East of England Networking Event to be held at the historic Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery\, Castle Hill\, Norwich\, NR1 3JU on 28th November. \nThe session will bring together local government and public sector communicators to exchange ideas\, explore shared priorities and build stronger professional connections. \nThis event provides an opportunity to discuss current communication challenges\, learn from colleagues’ experiences and consider how we can work collectively to support effective public engagement. Contributions from regional and national partners will help shape discussion around the evolving role of communications in delivering local outcomes. \nAgenda: \n9.45am – arrival and refreshments. \n10am – introductions. \n10.05am – 10.45am – local government reorganisation and devolution – comparing notes – Andy\, Mel\, all. \n10.45am – 11.30am – community cohesion – lessons learnt from Essex – Andy. \n11.30am – 12pm – Driving change – behaviour change campaigns to boost public transport – Rachel Cubitt. \n12pm – what’s on your worry list/items for future agendas. \n12.30pm – lunch and networking. \n1pm – brief tour of recently renovated Castle Keep with Alex Bratt from Norfolk museums service. \n  \nTo suggest an item or find out more\, please contact Andy Allsopp Andy.Allsopp@essex.gov.uk \nThe event will run from 10.00 am to 1.00 pm\, with refreshments available. \nAttendance is free for LGcomms members. \n 
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lgcomms-east-of-england-regional-network-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Norwich Castle Museum & Art Gallery\, Castle Hill\, Norwich\, NR1 3JU
CATEGORIES:Regional event
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SUMMARY:LGcomms Yorkshire & the Humber regional network meeting
DESCRIPTION:We’re pleased to be able to invite you to the first of our LGcomms Yorkshire and Humber regional network meetings\, held in partnership with Yorkshire and Humber Councils. \nDate: 19th November 2025 \nVenue: Merrion House\, The Merrion Centre\, Leeds\, West Yorkshire\, LS2 8NG \nOur regional networks bring together communications professionals from across local government and the wider public sector to share insight\, ideas and experience. They offer a chance to discuss current priorities and challenges\, hear from national and regional partners\, and ex \nAgenda\n\n12 – 1pm               Welcome and networking lunch\n\n1 – 1.45pm             Community cohesion and flags update and roundtable discussion\, Eddie Coates-Madden\, Head of            communications and public affairs\,  London Borough of Hounslow\, Andy Allsopp\, Head of profession  communications and marketing\, Essex County Council\, Holly Skelton\, Business partner\, West Northants Council\n\n1.45 – 2.10pm          Community engagement\, Dan Hare\, Chief commercial officer e-shot\n\n2.10pm – 2.20pm      Break\n\n2.20pm – 3.05pm      Political change intro and roundtable discussion\, Eddie Coates-Madden\, Head of communications and public    affairs\,  London Borough of Hounslow\, Jacqui Gay\, Head of communications\, Hull City Council\, Holly Skelton\, Business partner\, West Northants Council\n\n3.05 – 3.15 pm        Break\n\n3.15 – 4pm           Awaab’s Law\, changes to legislation for housing and social landlords\, Jeni Harvey\, Director of communications    and marketing\, Rochdale Borough Housing\n\n4 – 4.15pm           Ideas for future sessions\n\n4.15pm – 4.30pm     Close and thanks\, Danni Clayton\, Head of communications and marketing\, Leeds City Council\n\n4.30pm onwards –       Networking drinks for anyone who would like to stay\nplore how we can collaborate to strengthen communications across the region. \n\nThe running time of the session is 12.00 pm to 5.00 pm\, a sandwich lunch and refreshments will be provided. \nThe session is free for LGcomms members. If you or your team members would like to attend\, please contact hello@lgcomms.org.uk please note spaces are limited due to room capacity. \n 
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lgcomms-yorkshire-the-humber-regional-network-meeting/
LOCATION:Merrion House\, The Merrion Centre\, Leeds\, West yorkshire\, LS2 8NG
CATEGORIES:Regional event
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SUMMARY:Reading – Email Workshop and collaboration day
DESCRIPTION:e-shot are excited to welcome you to a day of learning\, sharing\, and collaborating\, brought to you in partnership with LGcomms\, CAN\, and Orlo. \n\n\n\nThis event is built specifically for public sector teams like yours\, with a focus on enhancing digital engagement through expert insights and practical sessions. \n\n\n\nHere’s what you can look forward to:\n\n\n\n\nBest practices – Discover what works and why 💡\n\n\n\nAccessibility – Create inclusive\, accessible communications 🌐\n\n\n\nSuccess stories – Hear from public sector leaders who’ve done it well 🏆\n\n\n\nInteractive sessions – Roll up your sleeves for hands-on learning ✍️\n\n\n\nCollaboration – Connect\, network\, and share real ideas ☕\n\n\n\n\nOur goal? To give you actionable strategies that boost engagement\, improve performance\, and streamline your email workflows. \n\n\n\nWe can’t wait to collaborate with you and help take your public sector comms to the next level! \n\n\n\n Date & Time 📅⏰\n\n\n\n4th November 2025\, 9:30 AM – 14:30 PM \n\n\n\n Location 📍\n\n\n\nWaterhouse Chamber\, \n\n\n\nReading Town Hall\, \n\n\n\nBlagrave Street\, \n\n\n\nReading\, \n\n\n\nRG1 1QH \n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/reading-email-workshop-and-collaboration-day/
LOCATION:Waterhouse Chamber\, Reading Town Hall\, Blagrave Street\,\, Reading\, RG1 1QH 
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SUMMARY:LGcomms South West regional network meeting
DESCRIPTION:Book your space at our South West regional network meeting \nDate: Wednesday 29th October \nTime: 9am – 4pm \nVenue:\nSouth Hams District Council\nFollaton House\nPlymouth Road\nTotnes\nDevon\nTQ9 5NE\n\n\nAgenda:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTime\n\n\nTopic\n\n\nDuration\n\n\n\n\n09:00-9:30\n\n\nRegistration & Networking\n\nWelcome tea/coffee\nIcebreaker: Slido\n\n\n\n00:30:00\n\n\n\n\n9:30\n\n\nWelcome & Introduction\n\nHost welcome\nOverview of sessions\n\n\n\n00:15:00\n\n\n\n\n9:45\n\n\n\nLouise Raymond – Devon Air Ambulance Trust\nNew DAAT campaign\n\n\n\n00:30:00\n\n\n\n\n10:15\n\n\n\nScreen Devon / Filming in England\nFilming and best practice\n\n\n\n00:30:00\n\n\n\n\n10:45\n\n\nBreak\n·       Tea & Coffee\n\n\n00:15:00\n\n\n\n\n11:15\n\n\n·       Matt Nichols – LGA – Political change\n\n\n00:30:00\n\n\n\n\n11:30\n\n\n\nMandy Pearse – Benchmarking\n\n\n\n00:30:00\n\n\n\n\n12:30\n\n\nLunch\n\n\n00:45:00\n\n\n\n\n13:15\n\n\n\nLGR – Peter Elliot – Head of Communications and Engagement – Somerset Council\n\n\n\n00:30:00\n\n\n\n\n13:45\n\n\n\nE-Shot\nExternal communications\n\n\n\n00:30:00\n\n\n\n\n14:15\n\n\n·        Dominic Ridley Moy\n\nBehaviour change\n\n\n\n00:30:00\n\n\n\n\n14:45\n\n\n\nOrlo\n\n·       Why build trust?\n\n\n00:20:00\n\n\n\n\n15:05\n\n\n·       Networking\n\n\n00:30:00\n\n\n\n\n16:00\n\n\nEvent closes\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lgcomms-south-west-regional-network-meeting/
LOCATION:South Hams District Council Follaton House Plymouth Road Totnes Devon TQ9 5NE\, Plymouth Road\, Totnes\, Devon\, TQ9 5NE
CATEGORIES:Regional event
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SUMMARY:Future Leader drop in session
DESCRIPTION:Are you a passionate communicator in local government ready to take the next step in your career? \nThe Future Leaders programme offers tailored development\, peer support\, and mentoring from senior leaders. \nWant to learn more before applying? \nMeet alumni\, ask questions\, and find out what makes this programme so impactful. \n 
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/future-leader-drop-in-session/
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250923T133000
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SUMMARY:LGcomms East Midlands regional network meeting
DESCRIPTION:Free to LGcomms members (please log in to book) \nDate: Tuesday 23 September 2025  \n\n\nTime: 10.30am – 1.30pm \n\n\nLocation: Committee Room C\, Nottinghamshire County Hall\, Loughborough Road\, West Bridgford\, Nottingham NG2 7QP. \n\n\n[Free Parking on-site – Turn left after entering the site and park in the lower car park] \n\n\nJoin us for the next East Midlands regional network meeting\, held in partnership with East Midlands Councils. \n\n\nBuilding on the success of our previous events\, the next meeting will be held on Tuesday 23 September 2025 at Nottinghamshire County Hall in West Bridgford. \n\n\nOur LGcomms regional networks\, developed by LGcomms along with the Local Government Association\, provide an important forum for members to share issues\, best practice and campaigns\, and hear briefings from key partners. They’re also an important opportunity to focus on communications challenges which are unique to regions and network with colleagues. \n\n\nEast Midlands Regional Network Meeting Agenda \nAgenda: \n1. Welcome and background Rachael Pengelly/ Craig Forsyth 10.30 am 10 mins. \n2. Aligning communication strategy and budget (and where to look for money) Carl Holloway\, Director of Policy and Communications\, Coventry City Council 10.40 am 30 mins \n3. Centralising budgets\, managing demand and creating value in a constantly changing environment Joanna Morrison\, Head of Communications and Digital\, Leicestershire County Council 11:10 am 30 mins \n4. Unlocking resources across the council Can Digital/ Craig Forsyth 11.40 am 30 mins \n5. Budget Roundtable: Questions\, Ideas\, best practices and lessons learned All 12.10 pm 20 mins \n6. Upcoming Challenges\, Opportunities and Shared\, Solutions All 12.30 pm 30 mins \nLunch and networking 1pm to 1.30pm \n\n\nThe running time of the session is 10.30am to 1.30pm and a sandwich lunch will be provided. \nIf you have any questions please contact hello@lgcomms.org.uk \n\n\n 
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lgcomms-east-midlands-regional-network-meeting-4/
LOCATION:Nottinghamshire County Hall\, Loughborough Road\, West Bridgford\, Nottingham\, NG2 7QP
CATEGORIES:Regional event
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SUMMARY:Talking about Homes: a workshop with LGcomms and the Joseph Rowntree Foundation (JRF)
DESCRIPTION:Free for LGcomms members – please log in to book \nWhen and where \n· LGA\, Smith Square\, London \n· Wednesday 17th September \n· 10am to 2pm (including networking lunch) \n  \nHow we talk about homes in our communities matters. And as we move into an era of more investment in new social homes\, it’s more important than ever that we get our communications spot-on. \nIn this session you’ll hear from Natalie Tate\, project lead for Talking about Homes at the JRF\, on how we can frame our communications so that we boost community support for building homes. \n  \nWe’ll discuss how we can: \n· Establish common ground and give people a reason to care \n· Show why new homes are needed by winning hearts and minds \n· Share a vision of the benefits of genuinely affordable homes and strong communities \n  \nNatalie’s workshop will be followed by a discussion on the current housing challenges and opportunities for us as communicators\, facilitated by Bobbie Hough of Hough Bellis Communications. \nThe session will end with a networking lunch. \n  \n 
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/talking-about-homes-a-workshop-with-lgcomms-and-the-joseph-rowntree-foundation-jrf/
LOCATION:LGA\, Smith Square\, London\, 18 Smith Square\, London\, SW1P 3HZ\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:LGcomms North West regional network meeting
DESCRIPTION:Free for LGcomms members (please log in to book) \nWe’re delighted to be able to invite you to the first of our LGcomms North West regional network meetings (Lancashire\, Cumbria\, Greater Manchester)\, set to be held next month in Blackburn. \nThe session will be held on Wednesday 10 September at Fuse Box (Blackburn Youth Zone)\, Jubilee Street\, Blackburn\, BB1 1EP. \nThe regional networks\, developed by LGcomms provides an important forum for sharing issues\, best practice\, campaigns and briefings from key partners. They’re also an important opportunity to focus on communications challenges which are unique to regions. \nThe agenda: \n1. Opening Remarks \n\n\nAndrea Sturgess – Welcome and introduction of CEO/Leader \n\n\n2. Welcome Address \n\n\nCEO / Leader (10–15 mins) \n\n\n3. LGcomms Overview \n\n\nLGcomms Exec Member (10 mins) \n\n\n4. Food Waste Campaign \n\n\nLowri Davies\, Blackburn with Darwen Council (20 mins) \n\n\n5. The Shuttle Extra Magazine \n\n\nNatalie Banks\, Blackburn with Darwen Council (20 mins) \n\n\n6. Lessons from Essex \n\n\nBell Hotel\, Epping (20 mins) \n\n\n7. Interactive Session: “What’s Keeping You Awake at Night?” \n\n\nUnconference break-out discussions and feedback \n\n\n8. Closing & Next Steps \n\n\nBrief wrap-up \n\n\n  \nArrival time 12.30pm\, start time 1.15/20pm until 4pm and a sandwich lunch will be provided upon arrival. \nParking: Free parking is available for 3 hours at Morrisons (BB1 5BE). Paid parking is available on Weir Street and Mill Lane. Please note that we are unable to cover parking costs for this event. \nThe session is free for LGcomms members. If you or your team members have any questions please contact hello@lgcomms.org.uk \nBook Here \nIf you are not members of LGcomms and would like to attend please contact hello@lgcomms.org.uk to book your space.
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/11207/
LOCATION:Fuse Box (Blackburn Youth Zone)\, Jubilee Street\, Blackburn\, BB1 1EP
CATEGORIES:Regional event
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SUMMARY:Future Leaders drop in session
DESCRIPTION:Are you a passionate communicator in local government ready to take the next step in your career? \nThe Future Leaders programme offers tailored development\, peer support\, and mentoring from senior leaders. \nWant to learn more before applying? \nMeet alumni\, ask questions\, and find out what makes this programme so impactful. \nBook here
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/future-leaders-drop-in-session/
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SUMMARY:LGcomms East Midlands regional network meeting
DESCRIPTION:We’re pleased to be able to invite you to the third of our LGcomms East Midlands regional network meetings\, held in partnership with East Midlands Councils. \nFollowing our successful sessions in Nottingham and in Loughborough\, the next meeting will be held on Tuesday 17 June at Newark and Sherwood District Council’s offices at Castle House\, Great North Road\, Newark. \nOur LGcomms regional networks\, developed by LGcomms along with the Local Government Association\, provide an important forum for members to share issues\, best practice and campaigns\, and hear briefings from key partners. They’re also an important opportunity to focus on communications challenges which are unique to regions and network with colleagues. \nWe’re now in the process of drawing up the agenda for the meeting\, and would like to include agenda items from your own council or organisation. While key topics are likely to include managing communications in time of change; with a focus on political shifts as well as LGR\, we welcome contributions and fresh ideas from all attendees. If you would like to have an item on the agenda\, please  let us know by emailing Rachael Pengelly\, Paul Masterman or Jeni Harvey. \nThe running time of the session is 10.30am to 1.30pm and a sandwich lunch will be provided. \nThe session is free for LG Comms members. If you or your team members would like to attend please contact hello@lgcomms.org.uk \nBOOK HERE
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lgcomms-east-midlands-regional-network-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Newark and Sherwood District Council’s offices at Castle House\, Great North Road\, Newark.\, Newark and Sherwood District Council’s offices at Castle House\, Great North Road\, Newark.\, Castle House\, Great North Road\, Newark
CATEGORIES:Regional event
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SUMMARY:LGcomms East of England regional networking meeting
DESCRIPTION:Agenda – East of England Regional Network meeting\, Peterborough\, 23rd May 2025 \nVenue: The Engine Shed\, Fletton Quays\, Peterborough \nAddress: Sand Martin House Bittern Way\, Peterborough PE2 8TY (Parking is available at Sand Martin House multi-storey). The venue is approx. 20 mins walk from Peterborough Station. \nTime: 10pm – 1pm \nAgenda: \n10am  – Welcome and Introductions (AA) \n10.10am Trading services and maximising your council/organisation’s media estate – Amanda Rose\, Peterborough City Council\, Jean-Paul Danon\, Council Advertising Network\, Macita Hardacre\, e-Shot \n10.55am – 11.15am break \n11.15am – 12.15pm – Elections 2025 – Dealing with new administrations\, no overall control\, and political uncertainty and upheaval – Matt Nichols\, the LGA\, Nick Henegan\, Hertfordshire CC\, plus others TBC. \n12.15pm – 12.45pm  Devolution and Local Government Reorganisation – Roundtable discussion (All) \n12.45pm – Your shout – What’s keeping you awake at night? Discussion and future agenda items (All) \n1pm close and lunch/networking \n  \nBOOK HERE
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lgcomms-east-of-england-regional-networking-meeting/
LOCATION:Engine Room\, Fletton Quays\, Peterborough\, Fletton Quays
CATEGORIES:Regional event
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SUMMARY:Winning the Argument for Change
DESCRIPTION:FREE FOR MEMBERS (PLEASE LOG IN TO BOOK) \nSummary:  \nThe government is making changes to planning and has brought back housing targets\, which has moved regeneration and development back up the agenda. If not handled correctly\, there will be local opposition\, which can damage the council’s reputation and derail schemes. As a result\, this session aims to give participants an insight into the challenges\, along with strategies and tactics to build a conciseness for change. \nPanellists: \nSiddo Dwyer – https://www.linkedin.com/in/siddo-dwyer-655374100/ \nClaire Callow –  https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-callow-70a72611a/ \nHarriet Shone – https://www.linkedin.com/in/harriet-shone-09b8ba44/  \nChaired by: \nPaul Hutchinson Simpson- https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulhutchinsonsimpson/ \nBOOK HERE
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/winning-the-argument-for-change/
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SUMMARY:Basics of digital accessibility and inclusion
DESCRIPTION:In November 2024 we ran a webinar on embedding accessibility into your team and organisation. We are following this up with this session focusing on practical tips you can start using straight away to improve your content for all. \nThis session is pitched as an introduction (or refresher) to accessibility and inclusion in digital communications. There will be a focus on social media but many of the principles can be applied across communications\, including in print. \nThe session won’t cover accessible PDFs or website accessibility specifically. \nThe session will cover: \n\nWhy we need to do be accessible and inclusive – some evidence to help you embed this\nPractical guidance on alt text\, links and QR codes\, hashtags\, images\, emojis\, fonts\, plain language\, colour\nInclusive imagery and language including everyday language which is not inclusive but is widely used\n\nSession format: \n\nA mix of presentation\, question and answers (as we go along) and optional audience interaction\nPresentation will be provided to all attending\nThe session will not be recorded to enable a free discussion. We know that people have questions about what is and is not appropriate in terms of accessibility and inclusion\, this will be a safe space to ask those questions\n\nThe session will be delivered by Louise Gibson\, Social Media\, Design and Advertising Team Manager at Sheffield City Council a nationally recognised leader in this area of communications. \nLouise led on introducing an accessibility and inclusion first approach to communications development and content creation in Sheffield. That approach has seen improvements to reach and positive engagement on social media at a time when organic reach is falling. The work has been informed by engagement with relevant partners\, research and input from disability and advocacy groups. \nConnect with Louise on LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/louise-gibson-chart-pr-00919324/ or BlueSky – https://bsky.app/profile/lougibson.bsky.social \nBOOK HERE
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/basics-of-digital-accessibility-and-inclusion/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250317T103000
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SUMMARY:LG Comms East Midlands regional network meeting
DESCRIPTION:The session is free for LGcomms members – FULLY BOOKED \nVIEW THE AGENDA \nFollowing on from our successful inaugural event in September\, we’re delighted to be able to invite you to the second of our LGcomms East Midlands regional network meetings\, held in partnership with East Midlands Councils. \nThe session will be held on Monday 17 March at Charnwood Borough Council’s offices in Loughborough. \nThe Networks\, developed by LGcomms along with the Local Government Association\, provide an important forum for sharing issues\, best practice\, campaigns and briefings from key partners. They’re also an important opportunity to focus on communications challenges which are unique to regions. \nIf you would like to have an item on the agenda\, please email jeni.harvey@rbh.org.uk or paul.masterman@blueyonder.co.uk\, copying in hello@lgcomms.org.uk \nThe venue will be Charnwood Borough Council’s offices at Southfield Rd\, Loughborough LE11 9SD and the session will be held from 10.30am to 1.30pm.  A sandwich lunch will be provided.
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lg-comms-east-midlands-regional-network-meeting/
LOCATION:Charnwood Borough Council\,  Southfield Road\, Loughborough\, LE11 9SD
CATEGORIES:Regional event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250306T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250306T131500
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SUMMARY:Zero to hero: Measurement and Evaluation skills workshop
DESCRIPTION:FREE FOR MEMBERS \nMandy Pearse\, FCIPR\, Chart PR\, MBA\, Director\, Seashell Communications \nBOOK HERE
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/zero-to-hero-measurement-and-evaluation-skills-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250227T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250227T131500
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T140155Z
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SUMMARY:Zero to hero: Getting the most out of social media
DESCRIPTION:FREE FOR MEMBERS \nGetting the most out of social media\, Louise Gibson\, Team Manager – Social Media\, Design\, Advertising and Sponsorship\, Sheffield City Council\, Jameela Freitas & Talitha Makoni\, Westminster City Council \nBOOK HERE
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/zero-to-hero-getting-the-most-out-of-social-media/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250220T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250220T131500
DTSTAMP:20260414T145545
CREATED:20241216T164447Z
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SUMMARY:Zero to hero: Internal comms 101 – how to create staff advocates\, how often to engage and how to make information cut through the workload
DESCRIPTION:FREE FOR MEMBERS \nLucy Downham\, Chart.PRService Lead – Communications and Public Relations Customer Transformation\, Wigan Council & Polly Cziok\, Executive Director\, Innovation and Change\, London Borough of Merton \nBOOK HERE
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/zero-to-hero-internal-comms-101-how-to-create-staff-advocates-how-often-to-engage-and-how-to-make-information-cut-through-the-workload/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250213T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250213T131500
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CREATED:20241216T163709Z
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SUMMARY:Zero to hero: Using AI as a force for good in comms
DESCRIPTION:FREE FOR MEMBERS \nDan Slee\, Dan Slee C2 Ltd \nThis looks at the basics of AI\, how it can be used safely\, how you can use UK Government guidelines\, how it can be used and the risks and rewards. I’ll also go through useful tools to experiment with. For background\, I was a journalist for 12 years\, worked in local government communications for almost 10 years and I’ve been a freelance digital comms consultant for more than a decade. I’m a former editorial board member for The Guardian’s Public Sector Leaders forum\, a member of the CIPR Local Public Services committee member and I’ve been researching and delivering training around AI in comms since 2018. \nBOOK HERE
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/zero-to-hero-using-ai-as-a-force-for-good-in-comms/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250207T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250207T120000
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SUMMARY:Fighting for the Future of Local Government in an uncertain world
DESCRIPTION:Free for LGcomms members (please log in to book) \nIn an uncertain world\, the Government has been understandably distracted by changing geopolitics\, climate change and the ongoing war in Ukraine. \nMeanwhile\, it has a domestic agenda to fulfil in an increasingly polarised political landscape and growing pressures on the public purse. \nHow do we ensure the local state’s case is heard over the ‘noise’ of these massive issues? How do we make ourselves relevant to Government agendas\, and how do we fight for the future of town and city halls at a time of extreme national challenge? \nThis session will explore how we can continue to argue the case for the local in the context of poly-crisis and fast-moving technological change. \nHow do we continue to convince national decision-makers that the future is local? \n  \nSubjects to touch on: \n\nGetting your message across to the right audiences\nSpending Review and Beyond\nRelationships with MPs and ministers\nProving the value of the local state through a strong evidence base\nThe English Devolution Bill\nPublic service reform\n\nOur panellists: \nAnna Wrigglesworth https://www.linkedin.com/in/awrigglesworth/ \nJoe Derrett https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-derrett-a8340b5/ \nChaired by Harriet Shone https://www.linkedin.com/in/harriet-shone-09b8ba44/ \nBOOK HERE
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/fighting-for-the-future-of-local-government-in-an-uncertain-world-2/
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SUMMARY:North East regional network meeting
DESCRIPTION:This session is fully booked. If you would like to enquire about joining the next session please email hello@lgcomms.org.uk.
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/north-east-regional-network-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Regional event
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CREATED:20241216T163517Z
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SUMMARY:Zero to hero: Simple ways to embed a creative mindset and the case for being brave with comms
DESCRIPTION:FREE FOR MEMBERS \nSimple ways to embed a creative mindset and the case for being brave with comms\, Zander Mills\, Communication Manager\, South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue & James Morton\, Founder\, turn the page \n\nEveryday creativity – embedding a creative mindset in the busy day-to-day\nThe case for standing out – why we need to be bold to make an impact\nWinning over doubters – how we can negotiate and win permission for our ideas\n\nBOOK HERE
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/zero-to-hero-simple-ways-to-embed-a-creative-mindset-and-the-case-for-being-brave-with-comms/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250130T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250130T131500
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SUMMARY:Zero to hero: Writing and pitching a press release
DESCRIPTION:FREE FOR MEMBERS \nWriting and pitching a press release\, Adam Keating\, Service Manager – Strategic Communications\, Southend Council & David Green\, Head of External Communications\, London Borough of Tower Hamlets \nBOOK HERE
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/zero-to-hero-writing-and-pitching-a-press-release/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250127T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250127T133000
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CREATED:20250117T123731Z
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SUMMARY:Public Sector Digital Communications Benchmark Survey
DESCRIPTION:FREE FOR MEMBERS (PLEASE LOG IN) \nDate: Monday 27 January\, 12.30 – 1.30pm \nSpeaker: Mandy Pearse\, CIPR \nMandy Pearse shares the findings and insight from her latest in-depth survey focusing on digital communications in the public sector. \nMandy has over 20 years’ experience working with local government both in-house and as a consultant to the sector via Seashell Communications and as an LGA associate. She is a former president of the CIPR\, Board member of the Global Alliance for PR & Comms and winner of a PR Globe award for contribution to PR. Mandy specialises in consultancy\, research\, and training. \nBOOK HERE
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/public-sector-digital-communications-benchmark-survey/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250123T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250123T131500
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CREATED:20241216T163125Z
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SUMMARY:Zero to hero: What does the Leader of the Council want from their comms team?
DESCRIPTION:FREE FOR MEMBERS \nJeni Harvey\, LGcomm Vice Chair & Director of Marketing and Communications\, Rochdale Boroughwide Housing\, Sagar Sharma\, Head of Communications\, Wandsworth Council & Cllr Butt\, Brent Council \nBOOK HERE
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/zero-to-hero-what-does-the-leader-of-the-council-want-from-their-comms-team/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250116T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250116T131500
DTSTAMP:20260414T145545
CREATED:20241216T162843Z
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SUMMARY:Zero to hero: Planning effective communications using the OASIS model
DESCRIPTION:FREE FOR MEMBERS \nPlanning effective communications using the OASIS model\, Simon Jones\, Director of Communications\, Westco \nBOOK HERE
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/zero-to-hero-planning-effective-communications-using-the-oasis-model/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250109T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250109T131500
DTSTAMP:20260414T145545
CREATED:20241216T162604Z
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SUMMARY:Zero to hero: A crash course in public service communications
DESCRIPTION:FREE FOR MEMBERS \nCommunicating in a complex political environment\, Matt Nicholls\, Head of Communications Improvement\, LGA\, Alix Macfarlane\, Programme Director Communications and Engagement\, Slough Borough Council and Vice Chair LGcomms \nBOOK HERE
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/zero-to-hero-mastering-political-awareness/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241212T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241212T125000
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SUMMARY:Partner promotion: Lunch & Learn: Engaging Your Community on Budget Challenges
DESCRIPTION:FREE webinar\nAs councils face unprecedented financial challenges\, looking at new ways to cut through on budget communications and engagement is more important than ever.\nWe need to involve our communities in the decision-making process — ensuring it’s inclusive\, transparent\, and fosters genuine two-way dialogue. \nBut how can you:\n\nEngage in a way that is meaningful?\nEnsure your approach is inclusive and reaches all parts of your community?\nDevelop a narrative that resonates and builds an understanding on tough decisions ahead?\n\nJoin us to hear from three councils that have taken innovative approaches to budget engagement: \n\nShah Amin (Newcastle City Council) will present their ‘People’s Budget’\, featuring cutting-edge interactive tools that empowered residents to shape local priorities.\nDanni Clayton and Frank Perrins (Leeds City Council) will share their strategies for reaching all parts of their community effectively.\nMarcus Chrysostomou (London Borough of Havering) will highlight how they made local budget challenges relatable and actionable.\n\nThe session will be facilitated by Simon Jones\, Director of Communications at Westco. \nAs always\, our Lunch and Learn events include ample opportunities for you to ask questions\, share insights\, and learn from others’ experiences. \nDon’t miss this chance to gain fresh ideas and practical strategies for budget engagement. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/partner-promotion-lunch-learn-engaging-your-community-on-budget-challenges/
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