LG Futures are public sector specialists, delivering bespoke financial and management consultancy and training for local authorities and central government. In particular, we focus upon:- Improving financial management capabilities- Strengthening strategic and financial planning and optimising VFM - Assessing the impact of government policies- Funding formulae and financial modelling- Providing in-depth briefings on the latest financial developments Since being… Show more LG Futures are public sector specialists, delivering bespoke financial and management consultancy and training for local authorities and central government. In particular, we focus upon:- Improving financial management capabilities- Strengthening strategic and financial planning and optimising VFM - Assessing the impact of government policies- Funding formulae and financial modelling- Providing in-depth briefings on the latest financial developments Since being established in 2004, around 70% of our work takes place with local government and 30% with central government clients.Find out more at: http://lgfutures.co.uk Show less

Providing tailored, practical, up to date on-site financial management training for finance professionals, budget managers and members, which includes:Training support for regional groups of councilsDeveloping blended materials, including e-learning modules; user guides; podcasts; quizzes; case studiesChairing meetings and workshops, facilitating discussion between groups of stakeholders"LG Futures tailor all training materials to our local systems and processes, greatly… Show more Providing tailored, practical, up to date on-site financial management training for finance professionals, budget managers and members, which includes:Training support for regional groups of councilsDeveloping blended materials, including e-learning modules; user guides; podcasts; quizzes; case studiesChairing meetings and workshops, facilitating discussion between groups of stakeholders"LG Futures tailor all training materials to our local systems and processes, greatly enhancing the relevance of the training for our managers. Their trainers make what some consider a ‘dry’ subject both interesting and engaging. Their diverse experience with other local authorities and professional bodies also adds real value."Claire Cook, Assistant Director - Finance, Hertfordshire County CouncilFind out more at: http://lgfutures.co.uk/services/#tab-training Show less

Providing thorough:Corporate and individual service reviewsDedicated support for the revenue and capital budget processesFees and charges and optimising income generation reviewsApplication of our own bespoke benchmarking, value for money and cost forecasting tools."Time consuming and technically challenging issues can be dealt with by specialist experts, helping plan my resources better and offering excellent value for money."Andrew Blake-Herbert, Group Director… Show more Providing thorough:Corporate and individual service reviewsDedicated support for the revenue and capital budget processesFees and charges and optimising income generation reviewsApplication of our own bespoke benchmarking, value for money and cost forecasting tools."Time consuming and technically challenging issues can be dealt with by specialist experts, helping plan my resources better and offering excellent value for money."Andrew Blake-Herbert, Group Director Finance & Commerce, London Borough of HaveringFind out more at: http://lgfutures.co.uk/services/#tab-savings-identification-delivery Show less

As part of the comprehensive service we provide, we:Investigate cost and funding issues relating to government policy proposals, including for DCLG, DH, DfE, DWP and DEFRAPrepare the evidence base and establishing a financial case for special interest groups and individual authorities, to assist in lobbyingOffer programme evaluation and cost-benefit analysisCarry out large-scale surveys, quantitative analysis, qualitative interviews, develop case studies and facilitate… Show more As part of the comprehensive service we provide, we:Investigate cost and funding issues relating to government policy proposals, including for DCLG, DH, DfE, DWP and DEFRAPrepare the evidence base and establishing a financial case for special interest groups and individual authorities, to assist in lobbyingOffer programme evaluation and cost-benefit analysisCarry out large-scale surveys, quantitative analysis, qualitative interviews, develop case studies and facilitate stakeholder workshops.“LG Futures led work for the Department of Health, partnering with the Personal Social Services Research Unit, to devise tools, collect data and quality assure the largest ever dataset for the review of the Adult Social Care Relative Needs Formulae, in the context of the introduction of the Care Act 2014. This consisted of detailed small area data from over 50 councils and a national survey of 13,000 care homes.”Jonathan White, Economic Adviser, Department of HealthFind out more at: http://lgfutures.co.uk/services/#tab-policy-research Show less

Our service includes: Analysis of funding levels, including advice on business rates retention and poolingDeveloping financial models to identify the impact of new government policies e.g. the Care Act 2014, changing demography and service demandReviewing existing and developing new funding formulae for central government, health and local authoritiesData analysis and statistical modelling“LG Futures’ highly developed forecasting models, interpretation and ongoing… Show more Our service includes: Analysis of funding levels, including advice on business rates retention and poolingDeveloping financial models to identify the impact of new government policies e.g. the Care Act 2014, changing demography and service demandReviewing existing and developing new funding formulae for central government, health and local authoritiesData analysis and statistical modelling“LG Futures’ highly developed forecasting models, interpretation and ongoing support are invaluable to our medium term financial planning process.”Daren Turner, Strategic Director - Corporate Focus, South Kesteven District CouncilFind out more at: http://lgfutures.co.uk/services/#tab-funding-formulae-modelling Show less

LG Future's Financial Management Advice Service:Advises on the funding and financial implications of local government reorganisation and devolutionReviews service delivery models and structures, including shared servicesUndertakes fundamental reviews of financial management arrangementsProvides assurance on revenue and capital accounting practices."The LG Futures’ team has huge experience and expertise in the public sector and is responsive, highly professional and… Show more LG Future's Financial Management Advice Service:Advises on the funding and financial implications of local government reorganisation and devolutionReviews service delivery models and structures, including shared servicesUndertakes fundamental reviews of financial management arrangementsProvides assurance on revenue and capital accounting practices."The LG Futures’ team has huge experience and expertise in the public sector and is responsive, highly professional and always delivers." Nathan Elvery, Chief Executive, Croydon CouncilFind out more at: http://lgfutures.co.uk/services/#tab-financial-management-advice Show less

175 local authorities sign up to our Financial Intelligence Toolkit, which spans:The Resource Planning HubFunding BriefingsForecast ModelFinancial BenchmarkingSocial Care Analysis.As part of our subscription services, we've delivered:600 delegates annually across 30 events 100 pages of on-line analysis and guidance100 individual medium-term forecasts100 briefings produced annually"The Financial Intelligence Toolkit subscription is a life… Show more 175 local authorities sign up to our Financial Intelligence Toolkit, which spans:The Resource Planning HubFunding BriefingsForecast ModelFinancial BenchmarkingSocial Care Analysis.As part of our subscription services, we've delivered:600 delegates annually across 30 events 100 pages of on-line analysis and guidance100 individual medium-term forecasts100 briefings produced annually"The Financial Intelligence Toolkit subscription is a life saver when there are so many late announcements and continual changes to the financing of local government. We will want to sign up again for the full package!"Joe Chesterton, Head of Finance & Resources, Southend-on-Sea Borough CouncilFind out more at: http://lgfutures.co.uk/subscriptions/ Show less