Local Government Essentials East: Changing Landscape of Local Government

Local Government East, with our partners Opus People Solutions and Crown Commercial Service, is delighted to host:

This is a flagship insights and training event designed exclusively for senior leaders across our member authorities.

With major legislative shifts, increasing operational pressures, and a fast‑evolving public sector environment, now is the moment for local authority leaders to connect, align, and prepare for the future. This one‑day, in‑person event brings together thought‑leaders, practitioners, and sector experts to explore the key challenges and opportunities shaping councils in 2026 and beyond.

Why Attend?

This event equips Chief Executives, Elected Members, Directors, and Heads of Service with the latest intelligence, practical guidance, and strategic insight needed to navigate the changing local government landscape.

Attendees will benefit from:

• Expert-led keynote sessions on forthcoming legislation, sector transformation, and organisational resilience.
• Workshops tailored to core leadership priorities, including employment law, finance and procurement, interim recruitment, community engagement, HR, and resilience.
• Practical, lived-experience case studies showcasing innovation across the sector.
• Opportunities to network with peers from across the region and meet LGE Talent Bank Associates and Trainers.
• Actionable insights to take back to their organisations and support upcoming change.

What to Expect

The day opens with a sector overview and the aims of the event, followed by a sequence of high‑value sessions including:

• The Employment Bill – impacts for councils (Opus)
• Keynote from a senior strategic leader (TBC)
• Towards Better Contract Management from Crown Commercial Services
• Implementing Primary Care Networks with Damien Brady, Managing Director, Sutton PCN
• Workshops across three rounds, including interim recruitment, finance/procurement, community engagement, resilience, and HR sessions.
• Final keynote: Psychological Safety in times of change with Emma Swan

Who Should Attend

Senior leaders from member councils, including Chief Executives, Elected Members, Directors, Heads of Service, and senior HR, Finance, and Transformation leads.

Join Us

Be part of this essential event for local government leaders across the East of England.

Book your place and stay ahead of the changes transforming our sector.

If you have any queries please contact Jayne Cole, Events Manager, Local Government East, email; events@localgoveasteng.gov.uk