The Beacon Scheme
Identifying excellence and innovation in local government
What is a Beacon Authority?
The scheme exists to share good practice so that local authorities can learn from each other and deliver high quality services to all.
The Government's Improvement and Development Agency (IDeA) runs the Beacon Scheme, awarding authorities that demonstrate outstanding practice in a specific theme.
South Tyneside Council Beacon Status
South Tyneside Council have been successful in obtaining Beacons Status for the following themes:
Financial inclusion
Promoting financial inclusion and tackling over-indebtedness.
Elected members as community champions
Neighbourhood community champions – the role of elected members.
LSP/LAA
Local Strategic Partnership / Local Area Agreement
