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2025 Annual Report

Report | 27 May, 202612 May, 2026

2025 Annual Report

A year of transformation and purpose – president’s introduction Welcome to this year’s annual report. The last 12 months … Read more

LGR: contracts, data and cyber risks

Report | 21 May, 202611 May, 2026

LGR: contracts, data and cyber risks

This publication has been produced with the support of Government Commercial Agency (GCA) Introduction Local government reorganisation (LGR) represents … Read more

Local government digital and technology priorities

Report | 21 May, 202616 April, 2026

Local government digital and technology priorities

This publication has been produced with the support of HSO Introduction: What challenges is local government facing in 2026? Local government in … Read more

Maximising social value in procurement: Measurement and evaluation for buyers

Report | 21 May, 202628 January, 2026

Maximising social value in procurement: Measurement and evaluation for buyers

This publication has been produced with the support of Government Commercial Agency (GCA) Introduction In December 2025, Socitm, the … Read more

Public sector digital trends 2026: 10 key cyber security questions for public sector leaders
Infographic | 28 January, 2026

10 key cyber security questions for public sector leaders – Infographic

Cyber security remains a critical concern for public sector leaders, as the digital landscape evolves rapidly. The strategic foundation … Read more

Public sector digital trends 2026: 10 key questions for public sector leaders
Infographic | 29 May, 202628 January, 2026

10 key questions for public sector leaders – Infographic

Public services are operating in an increasingly complex digital environment, where expectations are rising and change is constant. Through … Read more

Public Sector Digital Trends 2026 collection
Collection | 11 May, 202628 January, 2026

Public Sector Digital Trends 2026

Digital twins (3/3): Practical steps for implementation

Briefing | 28 January, 202630 September, 2025

Digital twins (3/3): Practical steps for implementation

“Digital twins are about collecting real world data to create a digital model that replicates the real-world that you … Read more

Empowering suppliers through Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)

Briefing | 22 January, 202615 September, 2025

Empowering suppliers through Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)

Introduction Socitm partnered with the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) to deliver a virtual workshop in July called: Empowering suppliers … Read more

Socitm infographic: Preventing credential theft - Five action points for school leadership
Infographic | 28 January, 202610 September, 2025

Preventing credential theft: Five action points for school leaders – Infographic

1. Mandate and implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) for school email accounts Ensure MFA is in place for all staff … Read more

Socitm infographic: Five action points for local authority help desk staff
Infographic | 26 January, 202610 September, 2025

Preventing credential theft: Five action points for local authority help desk staff – Infographic

1. Implement robust, out-of-band identity verification For sensitive requests, such as multi-factor authentication (MFA) resets, we recommend use of … Read more

Sample terms of reference for an Artificial Intelligence Governance Board

Template | 26 March, 202618 June, 2025

Sample terms of reference for an Artificial Intelligence Governance Board

Introduction Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a rapidly developing set of technologies with the potential to support and improve the … Read more

Cyber security guidance for public sector practitioners

Guide | 10 February, 20265 February, 2025

Cyber security guidance for public sector practitioners

All staff Cyber threats and incidents Cyber incidents can have a significant impact on staff, both professionally and personally. … Read more

Infographic | 30 March, 20267 January, 2025

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Webinar recording | 28 May, 202627 May, 2026

Beyond the hype: Practical AI for resilient local government finance

As local authorities face unprecedented financial pressures and rising service demands, the “AI Reckoning” has arrived in the finance … Read more

Policy for the use of generative artificial intelligence | 26 May, 202622 May, 2026

Appendices

Appendix A: Sample corporate policy for the use of generative artificial intelligence (version one) Use of generative Artificial Intelligence … Read more

Policy for the use of generative artificial intelligence | 26 May, 202622 May, 2026

Glossary

1. Accountability in GenAI use Accountability refers to the obligation of organisations and individuals to ensure that GenAI systems … Read more

Policy for the use of generative artificial intelligence | 22 May, 202622 May, 2026

Authors and acknowledgements

Authors Version two of this policy has been developed and updated by Yasmine Hajji (Senior Research Analyst, Socitm), with … Read more

Policy for the use of generative artificial intelligence | 22 May, 202622 May, 2026

Purpose and how to use this policy template

Purpose This is a policy template to guide the use of GenAI within a council or equivalent public sector … Read more