Mansfield District Council, GB

Mansfield District Council, GB prevents unintentional injuries with child safety equipment pilot

Childcare centers in the district conduct initial home safety assessments for their clients. Families needing home upgrades are referred to the council's housing team for more detailed evaluations. The program offers free equipment and installation ranging from safety gates for stairs to bath mats. Council officials prioritize low-income households and focus on the most common causes of accidental injury in children including burns, choking, and falls.

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Mansfield District Council, GB

United Kingdom

Mansfield District Council, GB emphasizes local vendors in procurement decisions with new portal

The council amended its procurement methods in 2019 to prioritize local vendors under certain spending limits. Businesses register their interests in future council contracts with the portal's intake form. Council decision-makers consult the portal for potential partners when posting contracts valued up to £50,000. A series of Meet the Buyer events and a proposed limit increase to £100,000 demonstrate Mansfield's commitment to local business growth.

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Mansfield District Council, GB

United Kingdom