IMPOWER Consulting
@impower.bsky.social
We help public service leaders to produce lasting, positive change in complex systems using the IMPOWER Index and our unique EDGEWORK® approach.
Ruth Luscombe shares 3 priorities for leaders to focus on if prevention is to move from ambition to reality:
1️⃣ Creating a clear & shared local narrative
2️⃣ Strengthening intelligence & partnerships
3️⃣ Investing in delivery capabilities that connect insight to action
Read more: tinyurl.com/ybh6z9he
1️⃣ Creating a clear & shared local narrative
2️⃣ Strengthening intelligence & partnerships
3️⃣ Investing in delivery capabilities that connect insight to action
Read more: tinyurl.com/ybh6z9he
January 16, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Ruth Luscombe shares 3 priorities for leaders to focus on if prevention is to move from ambition to reality:
1️⃣ Creating a clear & shared local narrative
2️⃣ Strengthening intelligence & partnerships
3️⃣ Investing in delivery capabilities that connect insight to action
Read more: tinyurl.com/ybh6z9he
1️⃣ Creating a clear & shared local narrative
2️⃣ Strengthening intelligence & partnerships
3️⃣ Investing in delivery capabilities that connect insight to action
Read more: tinyurl.com/ybh6z9he
What if #AI could help #councils deliver more meaningful support?
We explore how analytics & #generativeAI can unlock insight from adult social care case notes to understand patterns and strengthen support.
👉 tinyurl.com/4z49prnp
#LocalGov #AdultSocialCare #AI #IMPOWER
We explore how analytics & #generativeAI can unlock insight from adult social care case notes to understand patterns and strengthen support.
👉 tinyurl.com/4z49prnp
#LocalGov #AdultSocialCare #AI #IMPOWER
What if AI could help councils to deliver more meaningful support? - IMPOWER
We’ve been supporting a county council to deliver on their ambition by using analytics to prevent the needs of residents escalating, and exploring how to use generative AI to enhance the technical sol...
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January 9, 2026 at 4:26 PM
What if #AI could help #councils deliver more meaningful support?
We explore how analytics & #generativeAI can unlock insight from adult social care case notes to understand patterns and strengthen support.
👉 tinyurl.com/4z49prnp
#LocalGov #AdultSocialCare #AI #IMPOWER
We explore how analytics & #generativeAI can unlock insight from adult social care case notes to understand patterns and strengthen support.
👉 tinyurl.com/4z49prnp
#LocalGov #AdultSocialCare #AI #IMPOWER
Thrilled that @financialtimes.com has ft. @Manchester’s #HospitalAtHome model.
Proud to have supported the trust & partners to shift acute care into people’s homes:
✅ 35% reduction in readmission rates
✅ 11% reduction in rate of mortality
✅ £1.1m financial benefit
Read more: tinyurl.com/49kdeu52
Proud to have supported the trust & partners to shift acute care into people’s homes:
✅ 35% reduction in readmission rates
✅ 11% reduction in rate of mortality
✅ £1.1m financial benefit
Read more: tinyurl.com/49kdeu52
Identifying new opportunities to improve outcomes and save money in Manchester | IMPOWER
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January 5, 2026 at 2:38 PM
Thrilled that @financialtimes.com has ft. @Manchester’s #HospitalAtHome model.
Proud to have supported the trust & partners to shift acute care into people’s homes:
✅ 35% reduction in readmission rates
✅ 11% reduction in rate of mortality
✅ £1.1m financial benefit
Read more: tinyurl.com/49kdeu52
Proud to have supported the trust & partners to shift acute care into people’s homes:
✅ 35% reduction in readmission rates
✅ 11% reduction in rate of mortality
✅ £1.1m financial benefit
Read more: tinyurl.com/49kdeu52
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@mel-williams.bsky.social and Sarah McClinton, both past Presidents of ADASS, join @impower.bsky.social
for a session on how councils can replace siloed services with a more inclusive, lifelong approach to supporting young people into adulthood.
#ncasc25
for a session on how councils can replace siloed services with a more inclusive, lifelong approach to supporting young people into adulthood.
#ncasc25
November 26, 2025 at 2:42 PM
@mel-williams.bsky.social and Sarah McClinton, both past Presidents of ADASS, join @impower.bsky.social
for a session on how councils can replace siloed services with a more inclusive, lifelong approach to supporting young people into adulthood.
#ncasc25
for a session on how councils can replace siloed services with a more inclusive, lifelong approach to supporting young people into adulthood.
#ncasc25
A fantastic two days in Manchester for the @nhsproviders.bsky.social annual conference. IMPOWER's James Swaffield shares reflections from our panel session in latest blog: bit.ly/4oFVN3K
November 13, 2025 at 5:02 PM
A fantastic two days in Manchester for the @nhsproviders.bsky.social annual conference. IMPOWER's James Swaffield shares reflections from our panel session in latest blog: bit.ly/4oFVN3K
Reposted by IMPOWER Consulting
Who's ready for day two?
We're kickstarting with two brilliant sessions from @impower.bsky.social and @yorkuniversity.bsky.social with @healthfoundation.bsky.social, exploring how integrated neighbourhood care and management innovation are shaping a more effective NHS.
#NHSP25
We're kickstarting with two brilliant sessions from @impower.bsky.social and @yorkuniversity.bsky.social with @healthfoundation.bsky.social, exploring how integrated neighbourhood care and management innovation are shaping a more effective NHS.
#NHSP25
November 12, 2025 at 8:58 AM
Who's ready for day two?
We're kickstarting with two brilliant sessions from @impower.bsky.social and @yorkuniversity.bsky.social with @healthfoundation.bsky.social, exploring how integrated neighbourhood care and management innovation are shaping a more effective NHS.
#NHSP25
We're kickstarting with two brilliant sessions from @impower.bsky.social and @yorkuniversity.bsky.social with @healthfoundation.bsky.social, exploring how integrated neighbourhood care and management innovation are shaping a more effective NHS.
#NHSP25
Strengths-based approaches often miss the mark. Systems focus too much on what people already do, not what they could achieve.
@alexfoxshared.bsky.social explores the cultural shift needed to enable independence & build sustainable support systems. 👉 bit.ly/4nSInAo
@alexfoxshared.bsky.social explores the cultural shift needed to enable independence & build sustainable support systems. 👉 bit.ly/4nSInAo
October 2, 2025 at 11:46 AM
Strengths-based approaches often miss the mark. Systems focus too much on what people already do, not what they could achieve.
@alexfoxshared.bsky.social explores the cultural shift needed to enable independence & build sustainable support systems. 👉 bit.ly/4nSInAo
@alexfoxshared.bsky.social explores the cultural shift needed to enable independence & build sustainable support systems. 👉 bit.ly/4nSInAo
In Dorset, a more inclusive approach to #SchoolReadiness is helping meet the needs of children with #SEND.
Using #ValuingSEND has led to:
✅ Smoother transitions
✅ Earlier support
✅ Better family relationships
✅ Fewer specialist escalations
Read more: bit.ly/41jMKvz
Using #ValuingSEND has led to:
✅ Smoother transitions
✅ Earlier support
✅ Better family relationships
✅ Fewer specialist escalations
Read more: bit.ly/41jMKvz
How Valuing SEND can support school readiness for children with complex needs in Dorset | IMPOWER
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August 1, 2025 at 2:27 PM
In Dorset, a more inclusive approach to #SchoolReadiness is helping meet the needs of children with #SEND.
Using #ValuingSEND has led to:
✅ Smoother transitions
✅ Earlier support
✅ Better family relationships
✅ Fewer specialist escalations
Read more: bit.ly/41jMKvz
Using #ValuingSEND has led to:
✅ Smoother transitions
✅ Earlier support
✅ Better family relationships
✅ Fewer specialist escalations
Read more: bit.ly/41jMKvz
From social care to devolution, LGA 2025 raised big questions — and real opportunities. Jeremy Cooper shares a few themes that stayed with us.
Blog here: bit.ly/4kCRcMP
#LGAConf25 #LocalGov
Blog here: bit.ly/4kCRcMP
#LGAConf25 #LocalGov
July 14, 2025 at 2:40 PM
From social care to devolution, LGA 2025 raised big questions — and real opportunities. Jeremy Cooper shares a few themes that stayed with us.
Blog here: bit.ly/4kCRcMP
#LGAConf25 #LocalGov
Blog here: bit.ly/4kCRcMP
#LGAConf25 #LocalGov
Partnered with DCN at the LGA Conference for a packed fringe session on our new report, exploring prevention, place, and the future of adult social care in the context of council reorganisation.
Read the report: bit.ly/3IAnwCA
#LGAConf25 #LocalGovernment #Prevention #PlaceLeadership #IMPOWER #DCN
Read the report: bit.ly/3IAnwCA
#LGAConf25 #LocalGovernment #Prevention #PlaceLeadership #IMPOWER #DCN
July 10, 2025 at 11:12 AM
Partnered with DCN at the LGA Conference for a packed fringe session on our new report, exploring prevention, place, and the future of adult social care in the context of council reorganisation.
Read the report: bit.ly/3IAnwCA
#LGAConf25 #LocalGovernment #Prevention #PlaceLeadership #IMPOWER #DCN
Read the report: bit.ly/3IAnwCA
#LGAConf25 #LocalGovernment #Prevention #PlaceLeadership #IMPOWER #DCN
📢 IMPOWER will be continuing as part of the REACh consortium delivering the next phase of the @departmentforedu.bsky.social #SEND AP Change Programme until March 2026.
Jacqui Dundas at @wakefield.gov.uk reflects on the programme so far & its future: bit.ly/4esHLOt
#education #inclusion #DfE
Jacqui Dundas at @wakefield.gov.uk reflects on the programme so far & its future: bit.ly/4esHLOt
#education #inclusion #DfE
July 2, 2025 at 9:43 AM
📢 IMPOWER will be continuing as part of the REACh consortium delivering the next phase of the @departmentforedu.bsky.social #SEND AP Change Programme until March 2026.
Jacqui Dundas at @wakefield.gov.uk reflects on the programme so far & its future: bit.ly/4esHLOt
#education #inclusion #DfE
Jacqui Dundas at @wakefield.gov.uk reflects on the programme so far & its future: bit.ly/4esHLOt
#education #inclusion #DfE
🚀 New report with District Councils' Network out now: The power of prevention and place in new unitary councils.
Launched today with 170+ attendees, we explore how reorganisation can reset adult #socialcare.
Read it here 👇
bit.ly/3T51YjG
#localgov #SocialCare #LGR #DCN
Launched today with 170+ attendees, we explore how reorganisation can reset adult #socialcare.
Read it here 👇
bit.ly/3T51YjG
#localgov #SocialCare #LGR #DCN
June 23, 2025 at 4:10 PM
🚀 New report with District Councils' Network out now: The power of prevention and place in new unitary councils.
Launched today with 170+ attendees, we explore how reorganisation can reset adult #socialcare.
Read it here 👇
bit.ly/3T51YjG
#localgov #SocialCare #LGR #DCN
Launched today with 170+ attendees, we explore how reorganisation can reset adult #socialcare.
Read it here 👇
bit.ly/3T51YjG
#localgov #SocialCare #LGR #DCN
Nicole Samuel reflects on the European Healthcare Design Congress, where @alexfoxshared.bsky.social joined a panel on embedding #transformation in capital programmes.
IMPOWER’s 4-stage framework helps close the ‘transformation gap’: impower.co.uk/2025/06/23/b...
#healthtransformation #IMPOWER
IMPOWER’s 4-stage framework helps close the ‘transformation gap’: impower.co.uk/2025/06/23/b...
#healthtransformation #IMPOWER
June 23, 2025 at 11:49 AM
Nicole Samuel reflects on the European Healthcare Design Congress, where @alexfoxshared.bsky.social joined a panel on embedding #transformation in capital programmes.
IMPOWER’s 4-stage framework helps close the ‘transformation gap’: impower.co.uk/2025/06/23/b...
#healthtransformation #IMPOWER
IMPOWER’s 4-stage framework helps close the ‘transformation gap’: impower.co.uk/2025/06/23/b...
#healthtransformation #IMPOWER
Huge congrats to Telford & Wrekin Council for winning the ‘Delivering Better Outcomes’ award at today’s #MJAwards 👏 A powerful, survivor-led model for tackling child sexual exploitation.
Delighted to sponsor this award for the second year in a row.
#MJAwards2025 #BetterOutcomes #LocalGovernment
Delighted to sponsor this award for the second year in a row.
#MJAwards2025 #BetterOutcomes #LocalGovernment
June 20, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Huge congrats to Telford & Wrekin Council for winning the ‘Delivering Better Outcomes’ award at today’s #MJAwards 👏 A powerful, survivor-led model for tackling child sexual exploitation.
Delighted to sponsor this award for the second year in a row.
#MJAwards2025 #BetterOutcomes #LocalGovernment
Delighted to sponsor this award for the second year in a row.
#MJAwards2025 #BetterOutcomes #LocalGovernment
At #NHSConfedExpo last week, both the Health Secretary and #NHS England CEO highlighted a key issue: £205bn is being spent, but often in the wrong places.
Our latest blog explores how small, bold steps can transform the #health system.
impower.co.uk/2025/06/20/l...
#NeighbourhoodHealth
Our latest blog explores how small, bold steps can transform the #health system.
impower.co.uk/2025/06/20/l...
#NeighbourhoodHealth
June 20, 2025 at 4:55 PM
At #NHSConfedExpo last week, both the Health Secretary and #NHS England CEO highlighted a key issue: £205bn is being spent, but often in the wrong places.
Our latest blog explores how small, bold steps can transform the #health system.
impower.co.uk/2025/06/20/l...
#NeighbourhoodHealth
Our latest blog explores how small, bold steps can transform the #health system.
impower.co.uk/2025/06/20/l...
#NeighbourhoodHealth
Excited for today's MJ Awards! Good luck to all the finalists 🏆
Always inspiring to see the amazing work happening across local government. Proud to be attending and celebrating public service excellence.
bit.ly/MJAwards2025
#MJAwards2025 #BetterOutcomes #PublicService
Always inspiring to see the amazing work happening across local government. Proud to be attending and celebrating public service excellence.
bit.ly/MJAwards2025
#MJAwards2025 #BetterOutcomes #PublicService
Home - The MJ Achievement Awards
Join the prestigious MJ Awards 2025 and honour outstanding achievements in local government. Discover award categories, past winners, and how to enter.
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June 20, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Excited for today's MJ Awards! Good luck to all the finalists 🏆
Always inspiring to see the amazing work happening across local government. Proud to be attending and celebrating public service excellence.
bit.ly/MJAwards2025
#MJAwards2025 #BetterOutcomes #PublicService
Always inspiring to see the amazing work happening across local government. Proud to be attending and celebrating public service excellence.
bit.ly/MJAwards2025
#MJAwards2025 #BetterOutcomes #PublicService
Ahead of our SEND Shared Learning Event on 27 June, Cara Corbett shares two case studies showing how Hartlepool schools are driving inclusive practice for children with SEND.
Read more: bit.ly/4kZMlWH
#SEND #Inclusion #Education
Read more: bit.ly/4kZMlWH
#SEND #Inclusion #Education
June 10, 2025 at 2:28 PM
Ahead of our SEND Shared Learning Event on 27 June, Cara Corbett shares two case studies showing how Hartlepool schools are driving inclusive practice for children with SEND.
Read more: bit.ly/4kZMlWH
#SEND #Inclusion #Education
Read more: bit.ly/4kZMlWH
#SEND #Inclusion #Education
Bigger isn’t always better in adult #socialcare.
As 21 areas plan reorganisation, is scale really the silver bullet?
Later this month we will be publishing a report co-produced with the District Councils' Network — until then, check out our blog: bit.ly/4590yvJ
#AdultSocialCare #LocalGov #IMPOWER
As 21 areas plan reorganisation, is scale really the silver bullet?
Later this month we will be publishing a report co-produced with the District Councils' Network — until then, check out our blog: bit.ly/4590yvJ
#AdultSocialCare #LocalGov #IMPOWER
June 4, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Bigger isn’t always better in adult #socialcare.
As 21 areas plan reorganisation, is scale really the silver bullet?
Later this month we will be publishing a report co-produced with the District Councils' Network — until then, check out our blog: bit.ly/4590yvJ
#AdultSocialCare #LocalGov #IMPOWER
As 21 areas plan reorganisation, is scale really the silver bullet?
Later this month we will be publishing a report co-produced with the District Councils' Network — until then, check out our blog: bit.ly/4590yvJ
#AdultSocialCare #LocalGov #IMPOWER
#NHSConfedExpo is next week, will we see you there?
Make sure you come and see us on the exhibition floor at stand A21.
Discover the latest innovations and be part of the conversation shaping the future of health and care: i.snoball.it/p/G4BbI/t/1
Make sure you come and see us on the exhibition floor at stand A21.
Discover the latest innovations and be part of the conversation shaping the future of health and care: i.snoball.it/p/G4BbI/t/1
June 4, 2025 at 9:16 AM
#NHSConfedExpo is next week, will we see you there?
Make sure you come and see us on the exhibition floor at stand A21.
Discover the latest innovations and be part of the conversation shaping the future of health and care: i.snoball.it/p/G4BbI/t/1
Make sure you come and see us on the exhibition floor at stand A21.
Discover the latest innovations and be part of the conversation shaping the future of health and care: i.snoball.it/p/G4BbI/t/1
#IMPOWER has achieved Diamond Level for our capabilities as a #localgov #consulting firm by Consultancy.uk 💎
We’re proud to be recognised for our insight, innovation & meaningful #impact.
Thanks to our amazing consultants & clients who make this possible! 🙌
www.consultancy.uk/rankings/top...
We’re proud to be recognised for our insight, innovation & meaningful #impact.
Thanks to our amazing consultants & clients who make this possible! 🙌
www.consultancy.uk/rankings/top...
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June 2, 2025 at 11:44 AM
#IMPOWER has achieved Diamond Level for our capabilities as a #localgov #consulting firm by Consultancy.uk 💎
We’re proud to be recognised for our insight, innovation & meaningful #impact.
Thanks to our amazing consultants & clients who make this possible! 🙌
www.consultancy.uk/rankings/top...
We’re proud to be recognised for our insight, innovation & meaningful #impact.
Thanks to our amazing consultants & clients who make this possible! 🙌
www.consultancy.uk/rankings/top...
In 2 weeks, we’re off to Manchester for NHS ConfedExpo. Amid restructuring & the awaited 10-year plan, it’s a key moment to connect across the system & explore what’s next for healthcare.
Read Oliver Barnes blog: bit.ly/44YoXnQ
Read Oliver Barnes blog: bit.ly/44YoXnQ
May 28, 2025 at 3:11 PM
In 2 weeks, we’re off to Manchester for NHS ConfedExpo. Amid restructuring & the awaited 10-year plan, it’s a key moment to connect across the system & explore what’s next for healthcare.
Read Oliver Barnes blog: bit.ly/44YoXnQ
Read Oliver Barnes blog: bit.ly/44YoXnQ
We’re proud that four colleagues have been shortlisted for individual awards at the 2025 MCA Awards! 🎉
A huge congratulations to Dominic Luscombe, Frances Tinsley, James Swaffield & Jessica Holmes.
👉 Read more: impower.co.uk/2025/05/22/i...
#MCAAwards2025
A huge congratulations to Dominic Luscombe, Frances Tinsley, James Swaffield & Jessica Holmes.
👉 Read more: impower.co.uk/2025/05/22/i...
#MCAAwards2025
May 22, 2025 at 1:45 PM
We’re proud that four colleagues have been shortlisted for individual awards at the 2025 MCA Awards! 🎉
A huge congratulations to Dominic Luscombe, Frances Tinsley, James Swaffield & Jessica Holmes.
👉 Read more: impower.co.uk/2025/05/22/i...
#MCAAwards2025
A huge congratulations to Dominic Luscombe, Frances Tinsley, James Swaffield & Jessica Holmes.
👉 Read more: impower.co.uk/2025/05/22/i...
#MCAAwards2025
IMPOWER's NHP Leadership Roundtable explored how to embed transformation within capital programmes.
Delivering better outcomes is not just about infrastructure - it's about rethinking care and delivering lasting change.
Great insights via our blog: impower.co.uk/2025/05/21/n...
Delivering better outcomes is not just about infrastructure - it's about rethinking care and delivering lasting change.
Great insights via our blog: impower.co.uk/2025/05/21/n...
May 21, 2025 at 2:40 PM
IMPOWER's NHP Leadership Roundtable explored how to embed transformation within capital programmes.
Delivering better outcomes is not just about infrastructure - it's about rethinking care and delivering lasting change.
Great insights via our blog: impower.co.uk/2025/05/21/n...
Delivering better outcomes is not just about infrastructure - it's about rethinking care and delivering lasting change.
Great insights via our blog: impower.co.uk/2025/05/21/n...
#SEND provision is under strain & challenges continue to grow - siloed systems & conflicting incentives prevent effective collaboration.
We believe that a shared ambition is key to driving meaningful, lasting change. How can we truly deliver better outcomes for children & families? 👇
bit.ly/3GVBdLA
We believe that a shared ambition is key to driving meaningful, lasting change. How can we truly deliver better outcomes for children & families? 👇
bit.ly/3GVBdLA
May 15, 2025 at 4:26 PM
#SEND provision is under strain & challenges continue to grow - siloed systems & conflicting incentives prevent effective collaboration.
We believe that a shared ambition is key to driving meaningful, lasting change. How can we truly deliver better outcomes for children & families? 👇
bit.ly/3GVBdLA
We believe that a shared ambition is key to driving meaningful, lasting change. How can we truly deliver better outcomes for children & families? 👇
bit.ly/3GVBdLA
We worked with @surreycc.gov.uk ,Surrey Heartlands Integrated Care Board and Surrey and Board NHS Foundation Trust to rethink patient flow in mental health.
No new beds, just better collaboration, shared responsibility, and a shift in mindset. Read our blog to find out more: bit.ly/43tbQcN
No new beds, just better collaboration, shared responsibility, and a shift in mindset. Read our blog to find out more: bit.ly/43tbQcN
May 14, 2025 at 3:47 PM
We worked with @surreycc.gov.uk ,Surrey Heartlands Integrated Care Board and Surrey and Board NHS Foundation Trust to rethink patient flow in mental health.
No new beds, just better collaboration, shared responsibility, and a shift in mindset. Read our blog to find out more: bit.ly/43tbQcN
No new beds, just better collaboration, shared responsibility, and a shift in mindset. Read our blog to find out more: bit.ly/43tbQcN