Using Data to Support Public Services

 Team members from The City of Edinburgh Council's Housing and Homelessness department have been participating in the University of Edinburgh's The Data Lab - Innovation Centre Data Management Fundamentals course, aiming to enhance decision-making, develop more insights, improve efficiency, and ultimately, service delivery.

The course provided an excellent introduction to data management, specifically designed for professionals whose primary role wasn't data-centric but involved handling data. From managers to technicians and clerical support workers, this course offered key insights and tools to manage and analyze data effectively.

 Developed by The Data Lab - Innovation Centre, in collaboration with Bayes Centre, The University of Edinburgh, effini, and the DDI Data Skills Gateway, it was an invaluable resource for those seeking to improve their data proficiency.

You can watch other videos which show how the City Region Deal’s projects and programmes are helping people, in the Annual Report 2023/24

Data Skills Credit Case Study Video

Part of the City Region Deal’s Data Skills Gateway strand, the Data Skills Credit scheme is delivered by The DataLab and has surpassed 1000 participants. It is focused on improving the data and digital skills of people in the region. DataKirk applied to The DataLab for the Data Skills Credits, allowing them to deliver courses for disadvantaged communities.

You can watch other videos which show how the City Region Deal’s projects and programmes are helping people, in the Annual Report 2023/24

Edinburgh Innovation Park Case Study Video

A flagship development delivered by East Lothian Council and Queen Margaret University, the Edinburgh Innovation Hub will offer an opportunity to capture, support and grow innovation-led enterprises alongside other like-minded organisations.

The Hub is designed for companies seeking labs and offices, with a range of service including meeting rooms and business support all under one roof.

We spoke to the construction team working on the Edinburgh Innovation Hub as well as those managing the delivery of this project to find out more:

You can watch other videos which show how the City Region Deal’s projects and programmes are helping people, in the Annual Report 2023/24

Retrofit Curriculum Development - Case Study Video

The Edinburgh and South East Scotland City Region's Integrated Employer Engagement project has established a curriculum offering which addresses localised Retrofit skills training needs.

Working with The Verdancy Group, an SCQF Level 5 rated Understanding Domestic Retrofit qualification was created and launched in early 2024. Over 100 delegates across the region have taken part in the award including college lecturers, advanced level college students, local authority employees and employers across the region.

Watch this short video to find out more:

You can watch other videos which show how the City Region Deal’s projects and programmes are helping people, in the Annual Report 2023/24

Bus Driver Recruitment Campaign - Case Study Video

The Workforce Mobility Project, Integrated Employer Engagement team, bus operators and regional employability partners delivered a series of bus driver recruitment roadshows across the city region through May and June 2024.

Launched by the Minister for Agriculture and Connectivity, the roadshows were a great example of collaborative working across the region to help operators overcome a shortage of bus drivers, while creating new connections with employability partners. It has also showcased the importance of bus drivers to support our communities and economy, while highlighting the fantastic career opportunities that are available with operators across our region.

Watch the short video featuring the Minister, operators, drivers and SEStran (South East of Scotland Transport Partnership) to find out more:

You can watch other videos which show how the City Region Deal’s projects and programmes are helping people, in the Annual Report 2023/24