


The Annual iNetwork Innovation Awards are back!
Over the past decade, these prestigious awards have been a platform to recognise and celebrate groundbreaking innovations across the local public sector and its partner organisations.
As we embark on this exciting journey to honor creativity and progress, we invite you to showcase your innovative initiatives, projects, or services that are making significant impacts in local public services. We’re particularly eager to receive nominations that exemplify the power of thinking outside the box and collaborating creatively to achieve better outcomes through innovation.
This year, we are accepting nominations across six categories and are excited to introduce a new category: the Best Practice Imitation Award which is dedicated to celebrating those who have drawn inspiration from the innovation of others.
In addition to the exciting categories, we would like to highlight the incredible expertise featured on our judging panels. We are proud to have a diverse range of experts from various sectors lending their insights and knowledge to the evaluation process.
These judges bring a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective, ensuring that our awards remain a true reflection of innovation and excellence within the local public sector.
This year’s impressive judges include:
– Holly Rae, Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council
– Phil Christian, Cheshire East Council
– Jo Johnston, Manchester City Council
– Agnieszka Gajli, YPO
– Cath Bagley, Blackpool Council
– Phil James, Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government
– Alan Boardman, Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT
– Graham Jordan, Gateshead Council
– Mark Peterson, North Yorkshire Council
– Alison Young, techUK
– Paul Davidson, iStandUK
– Nichola Cooke, STAR Procurement
– Jon Learoyd, North Yorkshire Council
– Sarah Bullock, South Ribble & Chorley Council
– Andrea Smith, YPO
– Paul James, Trafford Council
– Alex Grundy, Plus Dane Housing
Head over to our awards page for further detailed information about the categories, timeline, and the online submission form. If you have a project that stands out for its innovation and impact, we want to hear from you!
Don’t forget the deadline for all submissions is midnight on Friday 13th December 2024.
If you have any questions regarding the Innovation Awards, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at: iNetwork@Tameside.gov.uk