Local Government Reorganisation Hub
Welcome to your central resource for restructuring councils, featuring a curated collection of white papers, webinars, blogs, and practical guides – all regularly updated to reflect the latest developments and insights into the evolving LGR landscape.

OneAdvanced interviews David Lyford-Tilley of CIPFA on LGR
We chat to David at the OneAdvanced Government and Housing summit on successful LGR preparation.
Tony Colson of Socitm gives his advice on successful LGR
Tony discusses the importance of strategic planning, at the OneAdvanced Government and Housing Summit.
Government and Housing Virtual Summit 2025
Expert Panel Session
Watch our expert panel session from the Government and Housing Virtual Summit, with practical advice on LGR preparation from Tony Colson of Socitm and David Lyford-Tilley of CIPFA – free and on demand
Recommended Blogs:

Resource type: BlogResource sector: HousingPublished on 30/04/2025
How will council mergers affect housing associations?
With the release of the English Devolution White Paper in December 2024, the government has outlined plans to restructure remaining two-tier local authorities into single-tier unitary authorities across England. This shift aims to improve efficiency,...
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Resource type: BlogResource sector: GovernmentPublished on 02/05/2025
Council mergers: Why choosing the right technology partner matters
Released in December 2024, the English Devolution White Paper sets out the government’s plans to restructure existing two-tiered authorities into single, unitary authorities and create new strategic authorities across England. This large-scale restru...
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Resource type: BlogResource sector: GovernmentPublished on 11/09/2025
The cost of council mergers is rising – do you have the right tech to cope?
With Local Government Reorganisation costs set to rise, could technology be the key to smarter, leaner local governance?
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Resource type: BlogResource sector: GovernmentPublished on 10/07/2025
The role of AI in council mergers: Tackling complexity with confidence
In this short-read article, we highlight how AI can have a transformative effect on successful local government restructuring, saving time for leaderships teams and employees, while providing strategic insight in to operational requirements.
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Recommended Whitepapers:

Resource type: WhitepaperResource sector: GovernmentPublished on 31/08/2025
5-point guide to Local Government Reorganisation: Partnering for progress
This 5-point guide draws on insights from Pam Duke, who has led through the realities of local government reorganisation. Discover practical, real-world strategies designed to help leaders restructure with purpose and confidence.
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Resource type: WhitepaperResource sector: Government
Council mergers and devolution: Embracing change
Explore the impact of large-scale mergers and devolution in our whitepaper. We examine how devolution will transform local services, the role of technology, and the powers of new mayoral and strategic authorities
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Resource type: WhitepaperResource sector: Government
Insourcing vs Outsourcing in Public Sector Procurement
Delve into the insourcing vs. outsourcing debate, to see how the chosen delivery method can maximise an organisation’s potential to provide efficient, effective, and responsive public services.
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Resource type: WhitepaperResource sector: HousingPublished on 16/10/2024
The New Urban Revival: Time for Change
A whitepaper on the current and future landscape of urban regeneration for housing providers and local government authorities.
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Recommended Webinars:

Resource type: WebinarResource sector: GovernmentPublished on 19/10/2025
Navigating council mergers: Challenges, solutions, and best practices
In this webinar we will discuss the challenges and opportunities of Local Authority mergers with our guest speaker Pam Duke. Pam will discuss her involvement in the 5-year restructuring of six districts, leveraging her expertise throughout the entire...
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Resource type: WebinarResource sector: GovernmentPublished on 26/11/2024
So You Think You've Got Your Act Together? PA23 and How SaaS Will Help!
This webinar delves into the latest updates and implications of the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23) and explores how Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions can aid organisations in navigating the changes and minimise the administrative function for Procu...
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Resource type: WebinarResource sector: GovernmentPublished on 22/01/2024
Making the move from OpenAccounts to Financials
Explore the transition from OpenAccounts to Financials. This session will provide a comprehensive introduction to Financials, highlighting the enhanced capabilities that the graduation can offer as well as taking a look at the key differences between...
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Resource type: WebinarResource sector: GovernmentPublished on 06/07/2025
Streamline & Secure Government & Housing Processes with OneAdvanced AI
Unlock the potential of innovation with OneAdvanced AI in our upcoming webinar, tailored specifically for government and housing organisations. Discover how this cutting-edge technology can streamline operations, enhance security, and drive efficienc...
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Tailored solutions for government
Streamlining council mergers through innovative, future-ready digital solutions
Source to Contract
Spend Management Software
Streamline sourcing, supplier, and contract management with our Source to Contract (S2C) solution. Gain compliance, visibility, and insights across procurement, reduce supplier risk, and cut costs—driving operational excellence every step of the way.
Financials
Financial Management Software
Simplify your day with a user-friendly accounting solution, configured for greater automation and productivity. Access real-time data to enhance forecasting and reporting for strategic decisions.
Risk Management
Governance and Risk Management Software
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Meetings and Board Management
Governance and Risk Management Software
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Performance and Talent
Continuous performance management
An unparalleled framework that transforms how you handle employee appraisals and development, moving away from the rigid structure of annual reviews and helping you create a more meaningful, agile and well-rounded approach to performance management.
Purchasing
Procurement and Spend Management Software
Purchasing makes it easy for businesses to buy from approved suppliers in one place. We help you simplify buying, track spend and ensure compliance while reducing maverick spend and approval delays.

Enabling LGR success with expert IT Services
We help new authorities de-risk the LGR journey, ensuring they maintain service continuity while building a scalable, secure, and cloud-first foundation for the future. From managing complex system integrations and strengthening cybersecurity across hybrid estates to delivering cost optimisation and 24/7 UK-based user support, our award-winning managed services provide the stability restructuring councils need.
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