Purpose

The SNA provides an evidence base for understanding the nature, scale and drivers of serious violence across Greater Manchester. It will help to inform strategic priorities, commissioning and partnership activity.

The assessment contains detailed data, analysis and recommendations and needs to be presented in a clear, consistent and accessible format for a range of professional audiences.

Professional design and branding will improve the document’s readability, help communicate complex findings effectively and ensure it aligns with the VRU’s visual identity.

It is a condition of GMCA’s Serious Violence Combined Grant (26/27) with the Home Office, as in previous years, that the VRU produces a new SNA each year. The VRU must produce it’s 26/27 SNA and submit to the Home Office by 31st March 2027.

Decision

The VRU wishes to award Carbon Creative with a total of £2,627.50 to deliver a designed and branded Strategic Needs Assessment (SNA) document.

The commission will cover the professional design and branding of the VRU Strategic Needs Assessment, transforming the final content into a clear, accessible and visually engaging document for partners and stakeholders.