As AI adoption accelerates, are your staff and policies keeping pace? We explore why clear guidance and support for employees matter for responsible AI use.

AI’s value starts with asking the right questions. Explore how councils can bring AI into wider transformation conversations to improve services and outcomes for residents.

In the latest edition of our First Few Weeks series, Director Olly Swann reflects on his first weeks at Newtrality, discussing the team’s culture, the future of change and transformation for local government, our consulting propositions and the distinctive value of the strategic thinking and practical skills within the team.

AI could reshape local government, but where should councils begin? Drawing on a discussion at the 2026 LGA Conference, we explore why purpose, people and organisational readiness matter when putting AI to work.

The LGR pause gives councils time to improve how services work together. By focusing on residents’ journeys, strengthening partnerships and testing practical changes now, they can deliver better services today and give a future unitary council a stronger starting point.

Completing an improvement plan is not the same as building an improved organisation. Drawing on experience of supporting a council through government intervention, this insight explores five lessons for achieving sustainable recovery; from leadership and culture to staff engagement, organisational learning and addressing root causes.

Successful council improvement starts with clarity. Before mobilising plans and workstreams, councils need to understand the root causes of their challenges, define what success looks like and agree how progress will be measured. We explore how councils can move beyond activity and build a clear route to sustainable improvement.

Local government is navigating growing complexity, from financial pressures and reorganisation to AI and public service reform. We explore four priorities that will help councils turn change into practical, sustainable progress.

In the latest edition of our First Few Weeks series, we catch up with Interim Business Manager Marie Andrews to hear about her first impressions of life at Newtrality. From supporting the day-to-day operations of the business to helping strengthen internal communications, Marie shares what attracted her to the team, what she's been working on, and why culture has stood out from day one.

In the latest edition of our First Few Weeks series, we speak to Consultant Kate Atkinson about her experience joining Newtrality. From supporting local authorities and building client relationships to embracing the collaborative culture, Kate shares what has stood out so far and what she is looking forward to as she develops her career in public sector consultancy.

In this latest “First Few Weeks at Newtrality” feature, we catch up with one of our newest team members to hear about their experience so far — from returning to public sector consultancy and supporting bid development, to helping shape internal processes, marketing initiatives, and the rollout of a new CRM system. They share what attracted them to Newtrality, what has stood out most about the culture, and the impact they hope to make as the business continues to grow.

Local Government Reorganisation has moved beyond business case development and into the realities of delivery. As “minded-to” decisions emerge across DPP areas, transition is becoming the critical path — requiring councils to coordinate complex service changes, manage system-wide dependencies and move beyond fragmented planning. This article explores why successful LGR programmes will depend not just on strategy, but on disciplined, service-led transition delivery.

Lee Danson reflects on her first few weeks at Newtrality, sharing what drew her to the organisation, her early experiences, and how its collaborative, values-driven culture has stood out from day one.

Based on a breakout session hosted by Newtrality at the Local Councils’ Network (LCN), this piece explores why Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) is far more complex than a typical merger — and what leaders must do to successfully deliver transformation.

Last week, we joined an inspiring evening celebrating the achievements of the inaugural Different Leadership cohort and welcoming the next generation of leaders. It was a powerful reminder of the importance of inclusive leadership, meaningful support, and creating space for diverse talent to thrive across the sector.

For International Women’s Day 2026, members of the Newtrality team reflect on the women who shaped their professional journeys and the lessons they carry forward in supporting others. Their stories highlight the role of mentorship, sponsorship and diverse leadership in strengthening organisations and improving outcomes across the public sector.

In this International Women’s Day interview, Deborah Cadman OBE DL reflects on what effective system leadership looks like in today’s complex public sector environment. Drawing on more than two decades of experience as a Chief Executive, she explores why inclusive leadership strengthens decision-making, the structural barriers women still face in senior roles, and how investing in the next generation of leaders will shape stronger outcomes for communities.

Local government is changing, from new unitary councils to integrated care systems. Effective partnership working can help organisations navigate that change, bring people together and build services that work better for their communities.

In this edition of our First Few Weeks at Newtrality series, Amber reflects on her move from local government into consultancy, what drew her to our values-led approach, and what it’s been like delivering Local Government Reorganisation work from day one. She shares what’s surprised her and why the experience has felt exciting, empowering and energising.

The Newtrality team completed the London Bridges Walk in London as part of the Public Sector Challenge, taking part in a corporate charity walk to raise funds for Cancer Research UK and British Heart Foundation.