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Following the recent SEND White Paper publication, 31ten is delighted to announce a new partnership with Mime, bringing together our combined expertise to support local authorities, Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs), and schools as they prepare for and then implement the SEND reforms. The upcoming reforms represent a major opportunity to strengthen local SEND systems, improve outcomes...

While the benefits of prevention are largely understood, with recent evidence showing a return on investment of £3.17 for every £1 invested in Early Action and Support Interventions¹, preventative services continue to make up a disproportionately small amount of local authority and NHS spend. –   Short-term care only makes up 4% of Council’s current Adult Social...

Josh MacAlister, The Minister for Children and Families, opened his speech at this years’ NCAS Conference with a powerful description of plans to “permanently reset children’s social care in England.” This bold statement set the stage for his discussion on one of the biggest reforms in the public sphere at present, the Families First Partnership...

Once the dust has settled, it will be essential to plan for regular progress reviews to ensure success. How are former LEP functions delivering against the local vision agreed in planning for integration? 

The public sector remains under pressure to deliver more with less. This challenge is coupled with a renewed focus on driving local economic growth and the potential for fiscal devolution within local government. To navigate these pressures, innovative investment approaches are emerging like Place-Based Impact Investing (PBII), helping to attract external investment and shape markets…

Local Government Reform offers a vast number of opportunities for Children’s Services, but success will be dependent on strong partnerships and honest conversations from the outset…

The launch of the English Devolution White Paper today heralds a shake-up of local government in England which could have far-reaching implications for social care, potentially reshaping how care is delivered and funded across the country. Under the new plans, district councils may be eliminated in favour of unitary authorities, alongside more elected mayors given…

We explore whether a shift towards a more commercially minded approach to ensure local authorities are making best use of these assets, could yield significant benefits, reduce cost exposure and enhance the supply of TA.

Our involvement with the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) has focused on sharing insights and lessons from our work with member services and, at the same time creating opportunities for discussion around different approaches and challenges across the sector.​

We speak to Paul Senior, a respected leader who is leaving a real mark as he fronts and shapes education system policy and strategy alongside mainstream and SEND partnerships and provision.