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Keynote 11:45–12:45 Local Choices, National Consequences: What May’s Elections Tell Us About Britain’s Democratic Future Main Plenary Professor Sir John Curtice, Professor of Politics, Strathclyde University, Scotland Read More Vijay Rangarjan, Chief Executive, The Electoral Commission Read More Previous Drawing on decades of rigorous research and real-time data insights, Sir John will unpack what the outcomes reveal about voter sentiment, political realignment, and the evolving relationship between local communities and national politics. In this keynote, he will explore what the results mean for local authorities, the balance of political control across the country, and the challenges and opportunities emerging for local democratic institutions. He will also examine the broader implications for the future of UK democracy—from trust in governance to public expectations of local leadership. For senior local government leaders navigating shifting political landscapes, this session will provide essential context, clear-eyed interpretation, and authoritative insight into how these elections will shape the priorities, pressures, and possibilities facing local government in the years ahead. Next

Support Session 13:30–13:40 Support Session 5: Coming Soon Solace LGR Support Previous Next

Break 15:00–15:30 Exhibition Exhibition Previous More information to follow. Next

Showcase 13:00–13:10 Showcasing Amplify Cohort 5: Organisational Change & Equity: From Intent to Impact Innovation Zone Previous More information to follow. Next

Break 09:15–10:30 Registration | All Delegates Galleria Previous Next

Showcase 13:15–13:25 Showcasing Amplify Cohort 5: Organisational Change & Equity: From Intent to Impact Innovation Zone Previous Next

Showcase 10:10–10:20 Showcasing Brighton & Hove: The Learning Organisation – being creative and innovative Innovation Zone Previous A show and tell on how we’re turbocharging digital innovation. Next

Support Session 13:00–13:10 Support Session 3: Coming Soon Solace LGR Support Previous Next

Optional Walking Study Tour 08:00–09:30 Liverpool’s Regen Story TBC Previous Liverpool is one of the UK's great success stories when it comes to regeneration. This guided walking tour explores how the city has transformed its world-famous waterfront and surrounding areas through investment, vision and partnership, while protecting the heritage that makes Liverpool so unique. Along the route we'll discuss the challenges the city has faced, the major developments that have changed the skyline and the opportunities that continueto shape Liverpool's future. Next

Keynote 14:30–14:45 President's Closing Speech Main Plenary Robin Tuddenham, Solace President and Chief Executive of Calderdale Metropolitan Borough Council Read More Previous Speakers: Robin Tuddenham, Solace President and Chief Executive of Calderdale Metropolitan Borough Council Next

Support Session 15:10–15:20 Support Session 7: Coming Soon Solace LGR Support Previous Next

Keynote 10:55 –11:45 More information coming soon. Main Plenary Previous More information to follow. Next