Case studies
Some practical examples of the development of pathways by local authorities are listed below. If you would like to share your own case studies with us, please contact enquiries@lbro.org.uk
1) Reducing Alcohol Related Harm (21/10/2009 PDF - 890 KB / 9 pages)
Cambridgeshire County Council has been significantly successful in addressing alcohol related harm. It collates and shares information with partner organizations, including the NHS and the police. Its other activities fall into four broad areas: awareness and education, coordination with health and social services, provision of business advice, and enforcement of underage legislation.
2) Cutting Flytipping (21/10/2009 PDF - 860 KB / 6 pages)
In rural areas, with large amounts of agricultural land, flytipping is a particularly serious problem. To address it, East Cambridgeshire District Council undertakes reactive work once an incident has been reported, and tries to prevent future occurrences through education within the community.
3) Market Fair Example (21/10/2009 PDF - 1.5 MB / 6 pages
Market Fair Example - Presentation (21/10/2009 PDF - 120 KB / 17 pages)
This was produced by the East of England Regulatory Services Partnership to demonstrate how the Toolkit could be used in practice: in this instance, for the reduction and elimination of the sale of prohibited goods at a local market.
4) Workplace Health and Safety (21/10/2009 PDF - 970 KB / 9 pages)
In urban areas, health and safety in the workplace is an important consideration. Islington Borough Council conducts programmed and reactive inspections, and provides relevant guidance, training and information to businesses, employees and members of the public.
5) Stopping Smoking (21/10/2009 PDF - 933 KB / 9 pages)
Smoking prevalence is slightly lower in Leicester than the average rate for England. The City Council conducts a broad range of activities to protect the public, including data collection and analysis, risk assessment, education and awareness, and enforcement.
6) Fair Trading (21/10/2009 PDF - 960 KB / 10 pages)
To ensure fair trading in the buying and selling of goods, Northamptonshire County Council shares its data analysis with partners such as the police and the NHS. Intelligence is the basis for its core activities, split between enforcement, and education and awareness for consumers and businesses.