Types of Research Activities For Local Authorities

The poster outlines practical ways local authorities can strengthen their use of research by helping staff access evidence, build research skills, and develop partnerships. It encourages simple, achievable actions such as signing up for evidence newsletters, using Google Scholar, appraising a single article, and adding evidence sections into policy papers. It also highlights how councils can produce research through small pilot projects, securing funding, and co‑producing studies with communities. Finally, it stresses the importance of long‑term collaboration with universities, better data sharing, community involvement, and allocating time for learning to build a sustainable research culture.