Nottinghamshire County Council, GB

Nottinghamshire County Council, GB prepares future employees with its Virtual Work Experience

The Virtual Work Experience encourages qualified applicants to consider employment with the council. This online portal explores county departments, workplace culture, and employment opportunities. Users match their skills and education with open jobs in the portal's employability section. Residents who complete Virtual Work Experience modules can further pursue their interests in council employment by arranging in-person work experiences.

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Nottinghamshire County Council, GB

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Nottinghamshire County Council, GB trials new public feedback method during microasphalt project

Nottinghamshire and Via East Midlands are resurfacing 60 locations using the innovative method. Impacted households received letters with information about nearby roadwork and a QR code. The code leads to an eight-question survey about council communications during the project. The letter joined an informative YouTube video and street signage in raising awareness of road improvements. County officials will design feedback campaigns for future projects based on pilot results.

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Nottinghamshire County Council, GB

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Nottinghamshire County Council, GB and Nottingham City Council create NottAlone advice website

The councils consulted with NHS professionals and residents on an online resource for youth mental health. NottAlone presents quick links to help pages for 20 challenges facing residents aged 25 and under including anxiety, gangs, and self-harm. Each page includes a brief description of the issue, advice, and a postcode search tool for nearby resources. The website customizes displayed information based on whether the user identifies as a young person, carer, or professional.

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Nottinghamshire County Council, GB

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Nottingham City Council, GB

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Nottinghamshire County Council, GB opens social media competition aimed at youth vaccination uptake

Residents aged 16 to 25 submit creative social media ideas for increasing COVID-19 vaccination rates. The council accepts short videos and graphics aimed at young people, instructors, and mentors. The Social Media Competition asks for projects to dispel misinformation, present vaccine benefits, and highlight vaccination locations. Winning projects receive £50 shopping vouchers, movie tickets, and leisure center passes.

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Nottinghamshire County Council, GB

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