Laura Sharman 06 June 2016

Free webinar: Is your council ready for the Smart City revolution?

Optimising existing infrastructure in a connected Smart City

Join Lucy Zodion, Innovate UK and Local Government News for a FREE webinar as we unveil the findings of a new research paper and consider the solutions to achieve connected smart cities across the UK.

Take part Thursday 14th July 2016, at 11am.

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Analysis

LocalGov to partner with LATCo Conference 2026

LocalGov confirmed as the official media partner for the LATCo Conference & Exhibition 2026, supporting the event in highlighting innovation and best practice.

Opinion

Why upskilling the workforce is mission-critical

Local government’s digital future depends on its people — and councils like Sheffield are proving that investing in data skills is the fastest way to deliver.

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New Products

Cadcorp launches Mapestry

Bolton Council Upgrades 120+ School Crossings with Smart CMS Control by Lucy Zodion

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Vent-Axia Delivers Social Housing a Smart Ventilation Solution Ahead of Awaab’s Law

New remotely lockable cabinet will help manage medication for people with mental health issues

UK-first tool developed by Bluesky scores areas green credentials to aid urban planners

New partnership drives improved air quality and healthier homes in social housing

Case Studies

Acrospire Delivers Seamless Heritage Lighting Upgrade on Bath’s North Parade Bridge

Acrospire Delivers Retrofit Lighting for Newbridge’s Joe Calzaghe Footbridge

Acrospire Delivers PIR-Controlled Lighting at Ruislip Lido Car Park

Spennymoor Market Place and Consett Middle Street revitalised using Thorn Lighting’s Thor Lanterns and Customisable Gobo Projectors

Acrospire Partners with Bath & North East Somerset Council to Illuminate Historic Film Location with LED Upgrade

Believ to install 22 charge points across Redcar and Cleveland

Acrospire Enhances Harlington Underpass with Energy-Saving Vandal-Resistant Lighting

Company Anouncements

Acrospire triumphs at the 2025 HEA Awards with Sustainable Project of the Year

TRT Lighting retrofit helps Lincolnshire County Council cut street lighting energy use by over 65%

Vent-Axia Welcomes Healthy Homes Standard

Vent-Axia Helps Tackle Condensation and Mould this World Ventilation Day

Airtech Calls For Urgent Government Action to Support Radon Awareness Week

Vent-Axia’s New Smart Fan Helps Landlords Stay Ahead of Awaab’s Law

Lucy Zodion recognised as sustainability leader with Build Back Better GREEN Award for HAWK3

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