Expert-guided path to a better council site: 6 months free
Get a free sandbox – and help!
Try out the leading local government platform, LocalGov Drupal, hosted on Platform.sh or Upsun with hands‑on help and free consulting from Annertech, the agency that brought LocalGov Drupal to Ireland.
Why councils are taking advantage of this offer:
- Free hands-on consulting and support: Annertech will provide cost-free onboarding and monthly consulting hours; Q&A and guided demos are included.
- LGD is built for local government: LocalGov Drupal ships with service pages, directory listings, news and consultation tools designed around council journeys.
- No‑worry hosting: If you decide to go live when the time is right, Platform.sh secures your site with up to 99.99 % SLA, automated backups and UK/EU data residency.
- Compliance out‑of‑the‑box: Meets UK GDS, WCAG 2.2 AA, GDPR and Public Sector Accessibility Regulations.
- Clone and experiment safely: Create instant copies of your production site to test new features without risk.
- Carbon‑smart and cost‑smart: Options to use green data centres outside of the UK with autoscaling for lower emissions.
What you get
| Included | Value |
|---|---|
| Initial 1‑to‑1 onboarding & Q&A with the Annertech LGD team | £1,650 |
| Monthly consulting hours (support) | £4,080 |
| Limited content import support | £1,300 |
| 6‑month hosting for one LGD sandbox on Platform.sh / Upsun | £1,500 |
| Basic sandbox branding included | £2,100 |
| Total value for your council | £10,630 |
How it works
- Apply in 2 minutes – fill out the short inquiry form.
- Get the onboarding pack – you’ll receive a timely response.
- Explore and decide – use the sandbox with real content and free expert guidance.
- Next steps – we'll help you decide on the best solution for your needs. More information is included in your onboarding pack.
Frequently asked questions
Is there any obligation?
No. The environment will close automatically unless you choose to convert to a paid plan.
How secure is the hosting?
ISO 27001‑certified infrastructure, DDoS protection, daily backups and rollbacks.
Can multiple departments use the site?
Yes – LocalGov Drupal supports subsites and role‑based permissions.
Have another question?
Ready to see LocalGov Drupal in action?
This offer is limited to the first 10 eligible councils. Hosted regions: choice of regions, including London, 10x greener option available in Stockholm. All prices are indicative for comparison; no charge during trial.