Data to Insight is not a software supplier in the traditional sense -- we're here to help local authority (LA) colleagues get work done and share it with each other. The best thing about Data to Insight is the community of analysts who are doing and sharing great work through this network.
We recognise that different LAs want different levels of engagement with our work. As such, we offer four key collaboration approaches to suit different users’ information needs.
Events
This page highlights upcoming events, sessions, and opportunities relevant to our sector. These include workshops, meetings, and learning sessions designed to support knowledge sharing and collaboration.
If you are running an event that may be of interest to our audience, please contact us by email with the details. We will review its relevance and let you know if it can be included on this page.
Data Sharing and Information Governance Show and Tell (Rearranged)
Data to Insight
We're hosting a special D2I show and tell event for LA colleagues to discuss best practice around information governance, data sharing, and enabling data for multi-agency working. This will help us share the learning we've gathered from recent projects, and offer an opportunity for any LA colleagues to share their own experiences.
Status
Upcoming
Event date
9 July 2026
Starts
10:30 am
Ends
12:00 pm
Registration link
Resources
Government Data Strategy Update
Government Digital Service (GDS)
Join the Government Digital Service (GDS) for our latest Spotlight webinar shining a light on all things digital, data and technology.
This time we will have representatives from the Office of the Chief Data Officer (OCDO), who will talk us through developing a Strategic Data Roadmap which sets out a tangible vision for the future of the public sector data landscape.
Join us to hear more about the early phases of this work, the partnerships being developed and the ambition for the future!
Status
Upcoming
Event date
14 July 2026
Starts
3:00 pm
Ends
4:00 pm
Registration link
Resources
D2I - Open House
Data to Insight
Our “open house” meeting is a regular chance to drop in on a D2I team meeting where we share what we are working on and talk about how best to help with data work. We try to cover a mix of “technical” and other work. If you'd like to request a topic for discussion, just let us know.
Status
Upcoming
Event date
15 July 2026
Starts
1:00 pm
Ends
2:00 pm
Registration link
Resources
The Local SEND Reform Plan - D2I Support Offer
Data to Insight
Please join us to follow an update regarding the support offer put in place by Data To Insight to support Local Areas with The Local SEND Reform Plan Data Ask. We will be focusing on sharing an updated guidance version for the quarterly data returns and a focus on Expert at Hands data requirements.
Status
Upcoming
Event date
16 July 2026
Starts
10:00 am
Ends
11:00 am
Registration link
Resources
D2I Workshop - Forecasting
Data to Insight
Please join us for a workshop on forecasting models.
During this session, we will cover:
An overview of the SEND Forecasting Tool and how it has been developed
An explanation of simple averages and 3‑year weighted averages, and how they can be applied within the context of your local area
How the SEND reform is placing increased emphasis on forecasting for children and young people (CYP) with SEND, particularly in relation to needs and provision
Status
Upcoming
Event date
11 August 2026
Starts
11:00 am
Ends
12:00 pm
Registration link
Resources
