Whether you’re transforming a statutory service, integrating organisational systems, or developing new digital platforms for residents, our work with local authorities combines deep sector knowledge with technical capability to deliver compliant, scalable solutions that make a real difference to communities.
Understanding Software Development for Local Authorities & Councils
Local authorities deliver a wide range of essential services — from social care, housing, and planning to education, environmental services, and community safety. These services rely on digital systems that must be reliable, secure, and easy for residents and staff to use.
Effective software development for local authorities means creating solutions that improve operational efficiency, reduce administrative pressure, and support accessible, frictionless interactions for citizens. It also requires navigating complex policy landscapes, budget constraints, and a diverse array of legacy platforms that need to work together.
Solutions must align with government standards including GDS Service Standard, WCAG 2.2 accessibility, local government cyber security guidelines, and UK GDPR. They must be interoperable with common local government systems, from case management platforms to finance, CRM, and GIS tools.
At 6B, we work closely with councils to build digital tools that increase service efficiency, enhance community engagement, and support long-term digital transformation.
Our Approach to Software Development for Local Authorities & Councils
We begin every project with collaborative discovery — engaging service owners, policy leads, digital teams, caseworkers, and stakeholders across departments to understand current challenges, service models, and user needs.
Our design approach follows the GOV.UK Design System and focuses on creating accessible, inclusive services that meet local authority accessibility and usability requirements. Whether for internal teams or the public, we design interfaces that work seamlessly across devices and user contexts.
On the engineering side, we develop secure, scalable solutions that align with NCSC guidance and local authority cyber security frameworks. We specialise in cloud-native systems, legacy modernisation, and integration across departmental platforms — from social care systems and housing management tools to CRM and finance systems.
We support the full service lifecycle, from discovery and prototyping to technical architecture, development, testing, assurance, deployment, and long-term support. We also assist with staff enablement, documentation, and training to ensure new digital tools are effectively adopted.
Why Choose 6B for Local Government Software Development?
6B is a trusted digital partner to councils and local authorities across the UK. We understand the complexity of local government delivery, the pressures created by rising demand, and the need to deliver efficient, high-quality public services despite limited budgets.
Our team brings extensive experience across local government domains — including social care, housing, public health, regulatory services, and community engagement. We deliver technology that helps local authorities reduce operational burden, improve citizen satisfaction, and support organisational transformation.
We’ve worked with local authorities to build digital services, integrate systems, develop data platforms, and modernise legacy tools — always with an emphasis on accessibility, security, and long-term scalability.
More than a supplier, we act as a strategic partner, working alongside your teams to deliver robust, future-ready digital solutions that empower staff, support communities, and strengthen local service delivery.
Speak To Our Software Development For Local Authorities & Councils Experts
Whether you're developing a new digital government services product or extending an existing solution with Software Development For Local Authorities & Councils, 6B brings the technical expertise, government insight, and experience needed to accelerate delivery.
