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“Stress is the UK’s biggest killer in the workplace, a stark reminder of why wellbeing matters.”
Hazel Bosworth of North Northamptonshire Council shares key lessons from the Future Leaders wellbeing masterclass with Dr Hayley Lewis. Read via the link in bio.

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Academy 2026 is more than just a conference; it is about learning, connecting, and preparing for the future. Thanks to our sponsors - Orlo, CAN Digital, e-shot, BakerBaird, and Touch Design for supporting Academy 2026 on 23-24 June
Book your place. https://t.co/MLNXcjQ5QC

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Speaker announcement: Adam Kearney from Luton Borough Council and Johnathan Schroder from the London Borough of Barnet will be joining us at LGcomms Academy 2026 for a panel discussion on community cohesion and effective engagement.
Book now: https://t.co/MLNXcjQ5QC

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Behaviour change can start with a simple idea and a very helpful bear.
Join Danielle Taylor and Philip Wade for a Campaigns Masterclass on Staffordshire’s award-nominated school attendance and child mental health campaign.
Tue 23 June - Book here: https://t.co/MLNXcjQ5QC

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There’s just one day to go until the LGcomms North East regional network meeting on 2 June. There is still time to join discussions on political change, team development and the challenges facing comms teams across the region. Book via the link in bio.

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From post war New Town to modern regeneration story. Join the LGcomms East of England regional meeting (4th June) to hear Cllr Dan Swords, Leader of Harlow Council, share the strategy behind Harlow’s regeneration campaign and evolving identity. Book via link in bio.

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What does it take to turn insight into measurable change? Join Edna Boampong and Karen Swan at our Campaign Masterclass on 23 June to explore the behaviour-led approach behind Liverpool’s improved recycling rates.
Book now: https://t.co/MLNXcjQ5QC

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How do comms teams manage political change while continuing to support and develop their people? Join the LGcomms North East regional network meeting (2 June) for practical discussion, networking and insight from Matt Nicholls, Peter Darrant and Jeni Harvey. Book via bio link.

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Vaccination comms build trust by meeting people where they are. Join James Odling-Smee and Dr Emma McClaughlin at Why We Get Vaccinated to explore lessons from a pan-London immunisation campaign.

Nottingham | Tue 23 June

Book here: https://t.co/MLNXcjQ5QC

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“You don’t need a huge audience to spark big ideas.”

In her latest blog, Vicky Croughan of South Hams District and West Devon Borough Councils reflects on the South West Regional LGcomms event and the conversations shaping comms right now. Read via the link in bio.

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How can a bold health campaign cut through and make a real impact? On Tuesday 23 June at LGcomms Academy 2026, Shokat Lal, Rebecca Hodgetts-Still and Emily Rees-Woodhall will share learning from the award-nominated ‘You ok mate?’ campaign.
Book here: https://t.co/MLNXcjQ5QC

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Speaker Announcement: Rebecca Proctor from York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority joins LGcomms Academy 2026 on 23 June for Communicating in and to a Rural Landscape.
Book now. https://t.co/MLNXcjQ5QC

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Ideas to steal, sessions to choose from and colleagues to connect with. LGcomms Academy 2026 in Nottingham on 23 and 24 June is where local government communicators come to learn and recharge. Gear Up and join us this summer. Book now!

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Speaker Announcement: Mandy Pearse, FCIPR, Chart PR, MBA
Mandy joins LGcomms Academy 2026 on Wednesday 24 June to share insights from the latest State of the Sector report, and what it means for public sector comms today.
Book now. https://t.co/MLNXcjQ5QC

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We’re delighted to announce Heather Jameson, Editor of The MJ, as a keynote speaker at LGcomms Academy 2026 on 24 June.
Heather will explore the changing political landscape in local government after the 2026 elections.
Book now.https://t.co/MLNXcjQDGa

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Speaker Announcement: James Odling-Smee, Director of Communications and Public Affairs at London Councils, joins LGcomms Academy 2026 on Tuesday 23 June for Why We Get Vaccinated.
Book now. https://t.co/MLNXcjQ5QC

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We’re delighted to announce Sarah Waddington CBE, CEO of PRCA, as a keynote speaker at LGcomms Academy 2026 on Tuesday 23 June.
Sarah will explore the future of PR and comms, and their value in a fractured world shaped by propaganda and distrust. Book now. https://t.co/MLNXcjQ5QC

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LGcomms Academy has always been about sharing ideas, supporting one another and building a stronger communications profession. Join us in Nottingham on 23 and 24 June for another summer gathering of our community. Make sure you’re there. Book now.

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When the terrain keeps changing, you need the right gears. LGcomms Academy 2026 in Nottingham on 23 and 24 June is your chance to reflect, learn and prepare for what’s ahead in local government communications. Gear Up and join us. Book now.

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Just two days to go until the LGcomms South West regional meeting on 12 May. Join comms colleagues from across the region for practical workshops, storytelling techniques and campaign insight from Devon & Somerset Fire and Rescue Service. Book your spot via the link in our bio.