Case studies: Real-life examples of government activity

How a UK aid funded programme is helping girls stay safe and healthy and learn to support themselves

Epic is the first public service youth mutual to spin out of local government and delivers a wide range of support services for young people

A project to identify and treat people with existing but undiagnosed hypertension.

A text message system that received patients' blood pressure readings from home and responded with advice.

Using managed clinical networks to improve care of people with high blood pressure (hypertension), stroke, chronic heart disease and diabetes.

Getting people who haven’t had a recent blood pressure check to take a self-service test at a local health kiosk and then follow up with their GP if the reading is high.

A UK aid funded programme is helping disadvantaged women and youth by providing vocational training on life skills.

SEQOL launched in October 2011, and its customers are reaping the benefits of an integrated approach to delivering health and social care.

Paraguay is a dynamic place to do business. Here are two case studies showcasing how our Embassy in Asunsción supports British business.

London-based start-up Bare Conductive make innovative electro-conductive materials that bring surfaces - and technology - to life.

Innovate UK grant funding is helping IXICO research and develop imaging technology that enables early, accurate diagnosis of dementia.

The UK is among the top 5 trading partners of Macedonia. Here are 3 case studies showcasing how our Embassy in Skopje supports British business.

The story of why Be Independent CIC, an adult social care mutual, spun out of the City of York Council in April 2014.

Launched in 2011 Provide delivers community health services across a wide variety of localities, going from strength to strength ever since.

Achieving for Children spun out of The London Boroughs of Richmond and Kingston, delivering children's services across both boroughs.

British physiologist develops a 'universal formula' that keeps human organs functioning outside the body, with support from Innovate UK.

Shared parental leave will be available to parents, partners and adopters from April 2015. Sean explains how his leave helped his family.

A country case study update on Ethiopia which forms part or the 2013 Human Rights and Democracy Report.

A country case study update on Nigeria which forms part or the 2013 Human Rights and Democracy Report.

A country case study update on Rwanda which forms part or the 2013 Human Rights and Democracy Report.

A country case study update on Bangladesh which forms part or the 2013 Human Rights and Democracy Report.

A country case study update on Egypt which forms part or the 2013 Human Rights and Democracy Report.

A country case study update on Bahrain which forms part or the 2013 Human Rights and Democracy Report.

Schools showing successful practice in improving the attainment and attendance of Gypsy, Roma and Traveller (GRT) pupils.

The UK Government Decontamination Service's (GDS) assistance in a biological incident.

The UK Government Decontamination Service's (GDS) involvement in a chemical incident.

The UK Government Decontamination Service's (GDS) involvement in a radiological incident.

Hampshire company, Exosect, develops an effective treatment to protect stored grain against infestation, with support from Innovate UK.

UKTI India helps Studio DRA find a local partner and win design project contract for large residential development in eastern India.

Judicial members chair Parole Board oral hearings and assess the risk posed by a prisoner's release. This case study describes their role.

Psychiatrist members of the Parole Board have expertise in forensic psychiatry and interpreting complex data. A member talks about her role.

Psychologist members of the Parole Board have strong analytical skills and can interpret complex information. A member discusses her role.

This case study is about a probation member, who brings to the Parole Board skills in managing risk in the community.

Independent members come from all walks of life and bring diversity to the Parole Board. An independent member talks about his role.

Dstl uses a new robotic mannequin to test chemical and biological protective suits and equipment for the UK's armed forces.

Results of a referee case to analyse a sample of catfish food tablets under the Government Chemist statutory function.

Army Reserve, Royal Naval Reserves and Royal Auxiliary Air Force case studies

Anne explains how a Community Learning pottery course helped her overcome social isolation and use her artistic skills.

Neil describes how a Community Learning painting course helped him overcome feelings of social isolation, build his self-esteem and use his artistic skills.

Keith describes how a Community Learning woodworking course boosted his confidence and put him on the pathway into higher education.

Michael explains how a Community Learning IT course helped him overcome health issues and start him on the path towards becoming a web developer.

King of Shaves relies on a strong brand and patent-protected products to ensure they can compete with the big names in the shaving market.

Discover how Chillipeeps® sought early advice and decided to protect their innovation using patents.

While working for the family business, Daniel Cheddie realised the need for a tool to help solo operators fit or repair double glazed windows.

The GCA determination of the Wm Morrison Supermarkets plc multi-channel initiative and its implementation.

Over 920 places took part in this year's Love Your Local Market and for the first time Italy, Spain, France and Holland joined in.

Darwin Initiative: Fellowship Award case study. Voahirana Randriamamonjy - protecting lemurs in Madagascar

A Darwin Initiative scoping award led to a successful main project encouraging beekeeping as a sustainable livelihood in Kyrgyzstan

Darwin Initiative supports communities in Mali to better manage their environment, conserve elephants and help people

Darwin Initiative post-project increases understanding of the Sociable Lapwing's migration and threats