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The Beacon Scheme

The Beacon Scheme is a prestigious award scheme that recognises excellence in local government. Different authorities have been awarded beacon status and we have just launched the round 10 application process.

To find out more about the scheme and how to use the website visit the 'About the Beacon Scheme' section.

Latest news

Shaking handsSuccessful peer support fund bids announced

04 July 2008

Secretary of State for CLG, Hazel Blears, has announced the beacon authorities who will be sharing in the beacon peer support fund.

BirdTackling teenage pregnancy

01 July 2008

Close partnership working and effective consultation with young people has proved invaluable in tackling teenage pregnancy in Rochdale.

Beacon Scheme logoRound 10 applications close 11 July 2008

03 July 2008

Do not miss out on the opportunity to let your authority shine. Apply now!

Numbers and lettersBeacon Scheme learning exchanges

01 July 2008

Network with and learn from the beacon authorities at one of our four learning exchanges in September.