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Local Government Reorganisation

Helping you navigate LGR

Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) presents both challenges and opportunities for local councils across the UK. We know the process can feel overwhelming, and that’s why we’re offering strategic guidance and tailored support throughout these uncertain times.

When it comes to LGR, we need to think about not only the merging of organisations, but the effects on cultures, resources, and service delivery. At Trueman Change, our team brings a wealth of experience in organisational change, underpinned by psychology, to ensure the reorganisation results in positive, impactful outcomes for both your workforce and your communities.

Why Choose Trueman Change?

At Trueman Change, we understand the complexities of Local Government Reorganisation. From practical and process changes to the people side of change, our holistic and hands-on approach will support you at every stage.

Be Part of Our Research on Local Government Reorganisation

At Trueman Change, we’re not just supporting councils through LGR - we’re also learning from it. We’re busy at work on a research paper to gather valuable insights into real-life experiences of Local Government Reorganisation. This paper aims to be practical and solutions-focused, offering meaningful reflections for councils navigating these changes.

We’d love to hear from you if you’ve been through or are currently undergoing reorganisation. Whether you’re part of a combined authority, county council, or district council, your perspective matters. We’re particularly interested in hearing about topics such as:

People aspects, including HR, culture clashes, and leading through uncertainty
Challenges with communications and engagement, both internally and with partners and communities
ICT architecture issues when bringing organisations together
Service redesign pre- and post-go-live
Recruitment, retention, and capacity challenges as councils transition
Balancing reorganisation with maintaining service delivery

If you’d like to share your experiences, drop us a message or book a quick call with our founder and MD, Lucy. All contributions will be fully anonymous, and your insights will play a key role in helping others navigating LGR.

Please feel free to share this opportunity with others who may be interested in taking part!

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