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For over two decades, we’ve been the trusted partner for live chat and chatbot solutions, fostering strong relationships with public sector organisations across the UK.

Our UK-designed technology streamlines communication, boosts efficiency, and ensures exceptional support for public services.

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Why leading public sector organisations choose us

Click4Assistance can help you reduce resource costs, increase online transactions, improve customer service and staff productivity with a compliant, cost-effective online communication solution.

Trusted by public services across the UK

From health to councils or police forces, we help public sector organisations improve communication, optimise workflows, and increase satisfaction among customers and stakeholders.

Licence scalability during peak times

We understand the varying demands of the public sector, from seasonal service surges to emergency response situations. Our flexible licences ensure your live chat solutions scale with your needs.

Connect across multiple channels

Enable seamless communication with the public, signposting them with advice and information through chat, video, or voice calls via SMS, email, or social media – all with just one click.

Intelligence and integration

We provide an intelligent chat distribution system for direct routing to multiple departments and integration with your existing systems using our APIs.

Advanced reporting

Get advanced reporting including MI (Management Information) and audit capabilities and analytics at your fingertips.

Account management

Our full-service support includes expert consultancy, strategic planning, dedicated account management, and a range of professional services.

Maximise budget

With the capability to speak with an unlimited number of website visitors simultaneously, staff resource costs can be reduced, helping to mitigate budget restraints. Low-cost implementation of live chat software can also negate the need for lengthy tender processes and provide an exceptional return on investment within the first year.

Improved accessibility and inclusion

AI-powered chatbots and live chat systems can communicate in multiple languages and provide assistance in various formats, ensuring that public services are accessible to diverse populations, including individuals with disabilities or those in underserved communities.

24/7 access to public services

Our chatbots and AI provide round-the-clock support, allowing the public to access information and services anytime, even outside office hours. Live chat complements this by offering real-time human assistance during working hours.

Secure, GDPR-Compliant & UK-Based

As a UK-based provider with ISO27001 accreditation, we prioritise data security and compliance. Your data remains secure and is always hosted within the UK, meeting the strictest privacy and regulatory standards.

ISO GDPR Compliant UK Based Live Chat and Chatbot Provider

Tried and tested communication solutions tailored for the public sector including Live Chat, Chatbots and AI.

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Live chat

For human interaction and assistance

Provide real-time support to your clients with our customisable live chat platform:

  • Managed by human agents with over 60 built-in reports for operational insights.

  • Designed, supported, and maintained in the UK for seamless integration and reliability.

  • Gain a cutting edge, resilient and proven live-chat solution backed-up with first class support and advice.

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Coni

The conversational chatbot

Coni automates routine public service enquiries. Fully customisable with our drag-and-drop builder, Coni reduces staff workload while delivering excellent service.

  • Fully customisable with our intuitive drag-and-drop builder.

  • Reduce staff workload while ensuring excellent customer service.

  • Seamlessly integrates with your website for real-time responses.

  • Designed for efficiency, accuracy, and smooth user interactions.

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Arti

The AI chatbot

Powered by ChatGPT, Arti enhances service delivery with human-like interactions:

  • Train Arti with organisational policies, service guides, and FAQs for accurate responses.

  • Automate routine tasks like appointment bookings, service updates, and form submissions, freeing staff to focus on complex cases.

  • Share relevant documents, links to resources, and regulatory information effortlessly.

  • Built for businesses needing advanced, AI-driven customer support.

Book a Demo

Our experts can offer advice and consultation alongside a range of professional services. Book a free, no obligation online demonstration, providing a personalised walkthrough of the web chat software with an opportunity to discuss your requirements and answer your questions.

Understand how similar organisations have successfully implemented Click4Assistance

Simplicity is the key, a real-time demo to show you the software in action and answer your questions

Find out more about our team and our stance on UK data security and compliance

Start a chat from anywhere with just one click

Include your web chat widget within emails
Email
Open you chat window with just a normal web link
Web Link
Embed you chat window in your PDF sales materials
Sales Materials
Added you live chat button to any website regardless of platform
Website Visitors
Including your chat widget in Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube social media
Socials

Our live chat solution facilitates teams across various departments to manage a wide range of public interactions and signposting, including:

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OVER 20 Years Experience

Providing Chat Solutions since 2004

99.99% Service Uptime

Offering a resilient & reliable service to all our customers

UK Based Regional Location

Your data resides & will never leave the UK

100% UK Based Staff

We can be reached via Chat, Phone & Email

99% UK Clients

Focussed on needs of UK industries and organisations

OVER 20 Years Experience

Providing Chat Solutions since 2004

99.99% Service Uptime

Offering a resilient & reliable service to all our customers

UK Based Regional Location

Your data resides & will never leave the UK

100% UK Based Staff

We can be reached via Chat, Phone & Email

99% UK Clients

Focussed on needs of UK industries and organisations

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The public sector is embracing AI technology

Harness the power of the latest AI technology

Service enquiries

Provide instant answers about council services, legal advice, and public transport updates. Customers can be signposted to relevant information quickly and easily using our Auto Navigation feature.

Local event information

Providing information on local recreational and cultural activities, including events, festivals or cultural programmes.

Appointment scheduling

Enable residents to book appointments for public services directly through chatbots.

Regulatory compliance

Ensure accuracy by training chatbots to handle complex compliance-related queries.

Education and training

Enrolment policies for schools, colleges or vocational programmes.

Transport and infrastructure

Information on public transport routes, schedules and ticketing, as well as updates on road closures and traffic conditions.

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Meet Coni the chatbot

Coni by Click4Assistance is your fully automated chatbot, seamlessly guiding visitors to live agents or independently answering their queries. Powered by pre-set questions and answers, Coni bots are customisable through our intuitive drag-and-drop interface.

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No code involved!

See the chatbot in action

When live agents are unavailable, Coni provides round-the-clock support, ensuring a seamless public experience. Coni is designed to triage commonly asked questions and reduce staff workload.

See the chatbot in action

Click one of the options in the chat window on the right to explore how Coni can work for your public sector organisation and transform customer interactions.

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Click here to try Coni

Note: This example showcases how Coni can be tailored to the public sector, but it can easily be configured to meet your organisation’s unique needs.

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Seamless omnichannel communication

Connect on their preferred channels

Allow the public to reach your team via WhatsApp, SMS, Facebook Messenger, or live chat – all managed from a single dashboard.

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How Click2Call can be used for the public sector

Click2Call

Enable the public to initiate calls with one click. Your team can easily invite them to join consultations for personalised support.

How VideoChat can be used for the public sector

Video chat

Host secure virtual consultations for housing applications, service discussions, or council briefings, ensuring collaboration and satisfaction.

Why Choose Click4Assistance?

For over 20 years, we’ve been providing resilient, secure, and feature-rich live chat solutions to businesses and organisations across the UK. We serve a diverse range of sectors, including:

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Almost 40% of our clients are in public services, charities, or insurance, and 25% of the UK’s universities use our services.

ISO GDPR Compliant UK Based Live Chat and Chatbot Provider

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Read our public sector blogs

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9 Dec 2021

Why every local authority should have live chat

Local authorities have a tough time managing queries and complaints. But live chat services could transform your processes and community response.Local government authorities overlook a range of essential services for businesses and individuals in predetermined geographical areas. In England only, local authorities provide more than 800 different services to their local communities. From local councils to National Parks, local authorities touch the lives of everybody, whether they overlook bin collection or police fire and rescue services.

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13 Feb 2024

Boosting Community Participation: The Advantages of Live Chat for Local Governments

Ensuring the vibrancy of community engagement is the cornerstone of effective local governance, a principle that has remained immutable despite the digital transformation pushing the boundaries of civic interaction.

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27 Sep 2023

8 customer service tips for local authorities

Discover the top eight customer service tips for local authorities, including the value of adopting advanced CRMs, and chatbots and providing accessible information.

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