NEWS & Events
Find out about the latest developments at Limehouse Software by exploring our news releases and stories.
LGA group annual conference and exhibition 2010: changing times, changing minds
The Local Government Association's annual conference will this year be focussing on the future of local government and making the public sector more open and transparent.
Progressing with your Local Development Frameworks
This conference will explore all the issues challenging your LDF. From what the LDF will look like under a new government to how you can ensure you pass the test of soundness.
Objective continues to achieve record results
Revenue up 25% to AUS$21.1m; Profit up 121% to AUS$1.2m.
Limehouse delivers for Durham
Investment in new software allows Durham County Council to improve transport, housing and economic development initiatives.
uCreate and uEngage launched in Asia Pacific Region
Objective Corporation (ASX: OCL) today announced the launch of its community and collaboration solutions – uCreate, uEngage and ePetitions – in Australia and New Zealand.
Council delivers best-of-breed solutions for Planning consultations
Success of LDF consultation leads Northumberland County Council to implement multi-channelled software solution across entire organisation.
Limehouse Software powers award-winning Top Digital Cities, 2009
Limehouse Software congratulates its customers Plano, Texas and West Palm Beach, Florida, winners of The Center for Digital Government and Digital Communities Magazine’s Top Digital Cities in America 2009.
New Local Democracy Act drives need for eGovernment Solutions
Enhanced citizen engagement and active compliance with the key legislative requirements of the forthcoming Local Democracy, Economic Development and Construction Act, 2009, is now possible with a new software solution from Limehouse Software.
Community Empowerment: Reconnecting Local Councils to Their Communities
With a commitment to fulfil Public Service Agreement 21 to build more cohesive, empowered and active communities, and a duty to involve communities and local people in a meaningful way in local decision-making from April 2009 through epetitions, citizen juries and focus groups, the government is committed to reconnecting local people to local democracy and local government through community empowerment. For the government, community empowerment is about local people and local government working together to help to solve local problems.
SOLACE Annual Conference 2009
The year 2009 looks like being an interesting one ... The economy is slowing. The global financial system is facing a crisis unprecedented in our lifetime. The political environment is also changing, in different ways in the UK’s different countries. At the same time it becomes ever clearer that our individual and collectives habits and lifestyles are unsustainable. We borrow too much, we eat and drink too much, and we use too much carbon.
Londoners comment on their future using Limehouse Software Uengage
Limehouse Software’s uEngage solution has been implemented by the London Development Agency, to coordinate its public consultation for the Mayor's Economic Development Strategy (EDS).
Empowering Citizens and Government through Digital Innovation
Digital Engagement - Empowering Citizens & Government through Digital Innovation will explore the key issues around the use of digital technologies in the public sector and determine how Government can engage more effectively with citizens to increase social inclusion and efficiency whilst delivering better public services.
How to get the best value out of community engagement
Digital Engagement: Empowering Citizens & Government through Digital Innovation 6th October 2009 Church House Conference Centre, Westminster
Councils can save £1 billion in hidden costs
Councils across the country are missing out on annual savings of £1 billion through inefficient document production processes, according to new research from Limehouse Software, an Objective Corporation company and specialist provider of content, collaboration and process management solutions.
One million public comments mark reached by Limehouse Software
Limehouse Software’s online consultation system uengage has enabled an impressive number of community responses, with over one million comments collected during public consultations conducted by a number of local authorities and central government bodies.
Limehouse powers consultation for London’s Crossrail project
Limehouse Software is playing an important role in a 12 week consultation on proposed alterations to the London Plan in light of funding obligations for Crossrail.
Limehouse Software wins four year framework agreement with the COI
Limehouse Software, the UK leader in Stakeholder Engagement Systems, has signed a four year agreement with the Central Office of Information (COI).
Limehouse acquired by Objective
Leading enterprise content management company, Objective Corporation Limited today announced the acquisition of Limehouse Software Limited.
The Giant Sequoia National Monument Management Plan Public Comment Portal Opened This Week
Public Comment Portal showcasing a dynamic new way to provide public comments offers a new way to make your voice heard.
Environment Agency selects Limehouse Software
Limehouse Software today announced that its software solutions have been selected by the Environment Agency for its new national e-consultation system.
Limehouse Software hits the mark for Selby
Selby District Council is to employ Limehouse Software’s uengage to consult on their Local Development Framework . They will be using it to gather responses on their Core Strategy and their Selby Area Action Plan.
Carlisle City find effective tool for managing LDF process in Limehouse Software
Carlisle City Council has selected Limehouse Software to produce their Local Development Framework in 2009 and beyond.
Cherwell District Council to roll out uengage for corporate consultation
Cherwell District Council has recently expanded their use of Limehouse Software’s uengage solution, rolling it out across the Council for all corporate consultation activity.
5th planning authority in Nottinghamshire to select Limehouse Software
Mansfield District Council has selected Limehouse Software to collaborate, create and consult on their Local Development Framework.
Dacorum to expand uengage for all corporate consultation
Dacorum Borough Council has recently expanded their use of Limehouse Software’s uengage solution for corporate consultation across the Council.
A second new unitary authority for Limehouse Software
Limehouse Software is pleased to announce that it has been selected by a second of the new unitary authorities which come into force on 1st April 2009.
Bracknell Forest is latest planning department to select Limehouse Software
Bracknell Forest Council has now joined the 200 other local authorities who are using Limehouse Software to successfully collaborate, create and engage on their Local Development Framework.
Ringing changes in Cheshire in 2009
Limehouse Software is pleased to announce that it has been selected by Cheshire West & Chester Council, a new unitary authority coming into force on April 01 2009.
Limehouse software releases latest version of ucreate and uengage
Limehouse software sets new performance and price standards for online collaboration and consultation software with latest version of ucreate and uengage
Microsoft Word® integration
Import Microsoft Word® Documents: create and structure documents automatically including headings, text, tables and images
Limehouse Software's first contract in Asia Pacific
Limehouse Software is pleased to announce our first contract in the Asia Pacific region with the signing of an agreement with Auckland Regional Council.
Limehouse Software to exhibit at SOCITM Annual Conference, 12-14 Oct, Celtic Manor, Newport.
More than one in two Local Authorities use Limehouse Software's solutions
Following a strong performance from July to September 08 Limehouse Software is pleased to announce that more than one in two Local Authorities use our solutions to work collaboratively on document creation and stakeholder consultation.
Limehouse Software to exhibit at ESRI EMEA User Conference 2008
Limehouse Software's ESRI integration capabilities can be seen at the ESRI EMEA User Conference 2008.
Limehouse Software ensures Three Valleys Water meets PR09 deadline
Three Valleys Water, the UK’s largest water-only supplier, is the latest water company to realise the multiple benefits of using Limehouse Software’s ucreate to streamline the creation and publication of its Price Review 2009 (PR09).
Limehouse Software and Pitney Bowes MapInfo find effective method for optimising consultation process
An integration that will enable precise decision making over matters that affect the public.
Broxbourne Borough Council engages with Limehouse Software
Broxbourne becomes 5th council in Hertfordshire to harness the power of Limehouse Software.
Knowledge and Content UK
Limehouse Software to showcase collaboration tools at Knowledge and Content UK 2008.
Cadcorp and Limehouse Software form partnership to provide GIS-enabled planning consultation and document creation solutions
New solutions will streamline the consultation process between local authorities, citizens and stake-holders.
SOLACE implements market-leading consultation
SOLACE delivers consultations faster and achieves higher standards of interaction with their members.
Primary Care Trusts select Limehouse Software consultation solution
Primary Care Trusts deploy Limehouse solutions for improved PPI and engagement processes.
Limehouse Software whitepaper outlines best practice process for effective strategy development
Whitepaper describes how organisations can engage stakeholders, lower costs and improve information flow.
Limehouse Software meets AIIM delegates from across the globe
Limehouse Software exhibits at the AIIM 2008 Exposition and Conference.
Limehouse Software meets international consultation delegates at the e-Participation Symposium
PSF Improving Service Delivery through Corporate & Web GIS
Limehouse Software demonstrates how organisations can gain maximum benefits from Web GIS
Limehouse Software and LGC’s Delivering the New Planning Process
Limehouse Software shows how to place planning at the heart of local communities.
Limehouse Software to Exhibit at 2008 AIIM Exposition and Conference
The AIIM Exposition and Conference is the world’s largest conference and exposition dedicated to content and information management products and solutions with attendees from 50 US states and 70 countries.
Limehouse Software and Horsham District Council speak at PSF’s e-Planning for the Future event
23rd January 2008 saw Public Sector Forums host its “e-Planning for the Future” event which took place at Edgbaston Cricket Grounds, with over 90 delegates from development control, GIS, planning and policy turning up on the day.
Limehouse Software Powers Shared Services at Daventry Council
Daventry Council is the latest addition to the ever-growing portfolio of government authorities and councils to deploy solutions from Limehouse Software to streamline the document planning, creation and consultation process.
Limehouse Software announces new GIS capabilities
Limehouse Software’s uengage solution now combines the power of multi-channel consultation, consultee relationship management, sophisticated reporting and GIS capabilities.
Limehouse Software now integrates into Microsoft® Excel®
Limehouse Software today announces the launch of its latest integration which now enables data to be automatically extracted from Microsoft Excel files.
Limehouse Software releases integration with Adobe® InDesign®
Limehouse Software today announces the launch of its integration with Adobe InDesign, now available in the latest version of its unique document-centric software suite.
Greater Toronto Transportation Authority Selects Limehouse Software
Greater Toronto Transportation Authority joins Limehouse Software as its first Canadian customer.
Half of London Boroughs Now Using Limehouse Software
Limehouse Software is delighted to announce that the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames and Greenwich Council have recently selected the ucreate and uengage solution from Limehouse Software.
Limehouse Software exhibits at the IEMA’s National Forum
On 29th November, Limehouse Software will exhibit at the IEMA’s National Forum which takes place at the QEII Conference Centre in Westminster.
Limehouse Software shares best practice at Consultation Institute conference
The Consultation Institute holds its “Technologies for Participation” event on 13th November at Aston Business School
Limehouse Software visits the West Midlands Regional Observatory
19th October saw Limehouse Software attend the West Midlands Regional Observatory’s 5th Annual Conference
SOCITM Annual Conference sees Limehouse Software Showcase uengage and ucreate
Belfast’s Waterfront Hall saw over three hundred SOCITM members turn up for this year’s annual conference, where Limehouse Software exhibited for the first time.
40% of the UK’s Best Local Government Workplaces Use Limehouse
Results of Times Survey Show Councils Using Limehouse Software Rate Among the Country’s Best Places to Work.
Limehouse Software Exhibits at the SOLACE Annual Conference 2007
Limehouse Software exhibited for the first time at this year’s Annual SOLACE Conference held last week.
Kings Lynn & West Norfolk Borough Council Meet Document Creation and eConsultation Objectives
Kings Lynn & West Norfolk Borough Council have now joined the hundreds of other local authorities that are using Limehouse Software to better manage their internal document creation and approval process associated with key submissions, including the Local Development Framework (LDF).
Local Authority Chiefs Think Global, Act Local with Limehouse
Limehouse Software breaks down barriers to consultation and delivery.
Haringey Council & London Borough of Sutton: Two more London Boroughs choose Limehouse Software
Limehouse Software is pleased to announce that two London boroughs, Haringey Council and the London Borough of Sutton, have selected Limehouse Software’s web-based solution.
Limehouse Software welcomes new GIS and Systems Integration Consultant
Limehouse Software is pleased to announce that Chris Bradley has joined the company as GIS and Systems Integration Consultant.
Limehouse Software Company Away Day is a Collaborative Success
Limehouse Software hosted its first annual company-wide meeting at the Grove, an 18th century estate in Hertfordshire, for team-building, training and some good old fashioned fun!
Limehouse Software attends the 2nd Annual Healthcare Publishing Forum Conference
Limehouse Software is pleased to announce its presence at the upcoming Healthcare Events conference, “The Communications Challenge - Getting your message across in print and online
Hawaii's Largest Planning & Environmental Consulting Firm Selects Limehouse
PBR Hawaii & Associates, Inc. has been based in Hawaii for more than 35 years and is active in all aspects of Land Planning, Environmental Studies, Landscape Architecture and Graphic Design.
Limehouse Software at the RTPI Planning Convention 2007
Limehouse Software continued to show it’s commitment to planning in the UK by attending the Royal Town Planning Institute’s (RTPI) Annual Planning Convention.
Plymouth City Council Makes The Grade
Plymouth City Council was today awarded approval of its Local Development Framework Core Strategy document by the Planning Inspectorate.
Faber Maunsell - In The Fast Lane
Faber Maunsell, an international multi-disciplinary organisation operating in the consultancy fields of transportation, buildings and environment selects Limehouse Software for delivery of the Transport Innovation Fund Submission Business Case on behalf of The West Midlands.
Cardiff Council & The Local Development Plan
Cardiff Council is the first local authority in Wales to procure software specifically for the Local Development Plan (LDP) and has chosen Limehouse Software to meet the document production and consultation requirements of its LDP.
Effective Community Involvement
The topical RTPI Effective Community Involvement Conference held in London on 30th March 2007 was aimed at officers involved in the planning system, planning advisory services, planning aid and neighbourhood renewal as well as representatives from the community and environmental groups.
E-Planning Ahead!
Limehouse Software exhibited and presented alongside Horsham District Council at the RTPI E-Planning event held at the New Connaught Rooms in London on 14th March 2007.
Planning Portal awards first Full Accreditation for LDF to Limehouse Software
On 12th March 2007, The Planning Portal awarded Limehouse Software the first Full Accreditation level for LDF.
Local Development Frameworks: Engaging Stakeholders & Citizens
Limehouse Software sponsored the Public Sector Forums Conference “Local Development Frameworks: Engaging Stakeholders & Citizens” which provided an opportunity to demonstrate to delegates how to make consultation easy.
Reinforcing Your Local Area Agreements
Limehouse Software was a sponsor of the LGC Reinforcing Your Local Area Agreements conference held in London on 7th March 2007.
Houston Aviation chooses Limehouse Software
Limehouse Software is pleased to announce today signing of agreements with the Houston Airport System at the City of Houston, TX.
East Riding score excellent rating and secure £360,000 in funding
East Riding of Yorkshire Council, a long-standing Limehouse customer, is one of only three local authorities in the region to score an excellent rating for their Final Second Local Transport Plan securing the Council £360,000 worth of performance related funding as a result.
Limehouse Software User Group Success
Limehouse Software held two User Groups on Wednesday 24th January at The Midland Hotel in Manchester and on Wednesday 7th February at The Cabinet War Rooms. Both events proved to be very successful, with a combined turnout rate of 96%.
Creating Better & Stronger Local Strategic Partnerships
On 31st January 2007 Limehouse Software exhibited at the LGC Creating Better and Stronger Local Strategic Partnerships Conference held in London. The event was targeted at those responsible for LSPs, Policy, Partnerships, Regeneration, Strategy and Corporate Planning as well as Chief executive officers.
LDF Accreditation
Limehouse Software are the first supplier to be accredited for the LDF, achieving accreditation on 23rd January 2007.
Delivering on Local Area Agreements
Limehouse Software exhibited at the LGA Local Area Agreements conference on 11th January 2007 which was aimed at senior officers involved with LAA.
