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Two days to go. Lived experience. Research on messaging and impact. Phase one learning. Plus, the shared campaign plan for the remainder of FY26/27. Join our Preventing Gambling Harm webinar: lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing…
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ONE WEEK LEFT to apply for LGcomms Future Leaders 2027. Got the idea but haven’t made a start? Your application doesn’t need a big budget or polished production. It just needs to help us get to know you. Apply: lgcomms.org.uk/future-leader…
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One week to go. Gambling with Lives will bring lived experience and messaging insight to our Preventing Gambling Harm webinar (30th September), alongside research from the Universities of Bristol and Plymouth. Book via bio link. LGcomms members only.
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Local democracy reporters. AI. Shared challenges. Join fellow local government communicators at our next LGcomms West Midlands gathering in Birmingham on 12 October. Book: lgcomms.org.uk/event/lgcomms…
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Cost of living comms is in focus at our East Midlands network meeting on 6 Oct, alongside local government reorganisation, the future programme and networking. Book now. lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing… FREE for LGcomms members.
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140,000+ visits to the Gamcare/Gambling Harm Campaignlanding page. More than 1,000 referrals and sign-ups for further support. What helped turn campaign engagement into people seeking help? Explore the learning on 30 Sept. Book via bio link. LGcomms members only.
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5 London boroughs shared their Gambling Harm Campaign with 40 councils. Calls to gambling support services rose 10% nationally, while calls in London rose 55%. Join our 30 Sept webinar to explore the learning. Book via link in bio. LGcomms members only.
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One hour. Your questions. The people who know Future Leaders. Our final FREE Q&A takes place on Monday 28 September, 12–1pm. If you’re considering a 2026 application, make the most of your final chance to join us. Book: lgcomms.org.uk/product-categ…
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Applications for the LGcomms Executive Committee elections close today. Got ideas for LGcomms and the energy to help make them happen? This is your last chance to put yourself forward. Apply now: secure.cesvotes.com/V3-4-0/L…
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Local government reorganisation and cost of living comms are on the agenda when our East Midlands network meets in Newark on 6 Oct. Join the discussion and shape future plans. Book now. lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing… FREE for LGcomms members.
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Calling LGcomms members across the West Midlands. Our next regional gathering is set for 12 October at Birmingham City Council. Join us for discussion, shared learning and connection. Book: lgcomms.org.uk/event/lgcomms…
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TWO DAYS TO GO. Applications for the LGcomms Executive Committee elections close on 16 Sept. Still thinking about it? Tell us who you are, why you want to join and how you’ll contribute. Apply here: secure.cesvotes.com/V3-4-0/L…
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Future Leaders isn’t a solo journey. One of the best parts of the course is the bonds you’ll form with your cohort. So, when you apply, tell us what YOU will bring to the group and what others could learn from you. Apply by 4 October: lgcomms.org.uk/future-leader…
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Applications are open for the LGcomms Executive Committee elections. Work in local public sector comms, marketing, engagement or PR? You don’t need to be a senior leader to put yourself forward. Apply by 16 September: secure.cesvotes.com/V3-4-0/L…
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1 WEEK TO GO. Executive Committee election applications close on 16 Sept. No lengthy pitch needed. Tell us who you are, why you want to join and how you’ll make time to contribute. Apply: secure.cesvotes.com/V3-4-0/L…
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The LGcomms Future Comms Team is launching a collaborative Cost of Living campaign to help ensure residents are accessing the support they’re entitled to. Join the intro call, 11 Sept, 2pm: lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing…
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One Future Leaders Q&A down. One more chance to join the conversation. Our second FREE session is on 28 September, 12-1pm, bringing programme organisers and current and former Future Leaders together again. Want to be there? Book here: lgcomms.org.uk/product-categ…
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Not everyone shines on paper. And they shouldn’t have to. LGcomms Future Leaders 2026 applications can be video, podcast, animation, presentation, written or spoken. Pick the format that brings out your best. Apply by 4 October: lgcomms.org.uk/future-leader…
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Could you be one of our 12 Future Leaders for 2027? Applications are opening for a programme designed to give future heads of communications the skills and credibility to reach the top table, stay there and make a real difference. Find out more: lgcomms.org.uk/future-leader…
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Is your organisation getting the most from YouTube? Join our webinar – ‘YouTube as a social channel: what public sector comms needs to know’, on 10 Sept at 12pm with Zander Mills and Luan Wise, discover practical ways to make your YouTube channel work harder. Book via bio link.
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