

Alison Barker
Chief Executive, North Lincolnshire Council & Deputy Policy Lead for Health & Social Care
Alison Barker is a seasoned leader in health, social care and local government, recognised for her expertise in safeguarding, wellbeing and inclusive service transformation. She has worked across Health and Local Government since 1990, with a professional background in social work.
Alison champions resident-centred approaches, evidence-based decision-making and collaborative partnerships. Her diverse experience spans strategic leadership, multi-agency working and sector-led improvement, including pioneering strengths-based models and delivering major transformation programmes.
Alison’s commitment to integrated community support and quality assurance makes her a trusted adviser and peer in driving positive change across the sector.
14:00–15:00
Main Stage
Speakers:
Alison Barker, Chief Executive of North Lincolnshire Council and Solace Deputy Policy Lead for Health and Social Care
Ben Dyson, Director for Adult Social Care Strategy, Funding & Integrated Care at DHSC
Sam Allen CBE, Chief Executive of the North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board

