Shaping the future of local government

With local government undergoing a period of significant reorganisation, LGC is delighted to bring you a dedicated conference to address the critical challenges and explore practical solutions – especially as councils face mounting pressures and resource constraints. This conference provides the ideal space to convene, overcome barriers, and chart a path towards genuine transformation.

This inaugural in-person conference, part of the LGC Summit series , will take place in London in March 2026 . At its heart is an inclusive and collaborative spirit, designed to bring together chief executive, senior directors, and heads of department. It offers an unparalleled opportunity to network, share challenges, and develop practical solutions that make a tangible impact.

With LGC’s trusted reputation and strong network across local government, the event will feature senior-level speakers and thought leaders – ensuring high-quality discussions and actionable insights.

Key focus areas

• "Safe and legal" and beyond – balancing compliance, capacity, and ambition
• Keeping the local in local government
• Financing the future: business as usual
• Integration and disaggregation – practical solutions
• Transition to transformation from a digital perspective
• Practical tips to ensure efficient commissioning, contracts, and procurement
• How can LGR set up for devolution success

Join us at this pivotal event to connect with sector leaders, exchange transformative ideas, and strengthen your council’s journey from transition to transformation in turbulent times.

Organisations confirmed to attend so far include:

Arun DC, Basingstoke & Deane BC, Blaby DC, Braintree DC, Breckland Council, Brentwood BC and Rochford DC, Brighton and Hove Council, Buckinghamshire Council, CIPFA, Colchester City Council, Crawley BC, Dacorum BC Dartford BC, Derbyshire CC, Dover DC, Elmsbridge BC, Essex CC, Folkestone & Hythe DC, Guildford BC, Hampshire CC, Harborough DC, Havant BC, Hertfordshire CC, Huntingdonshire DC, Independent Commission on Neighbourhoods (ICON), Lancashire Authorities Leadership Centre, LGA, Lichfield DC, Maidstone BC, Medway Council, Ministry of Local Housing, Communities and Local Government, National Association of Local Councils, Newark and Sherwood DC, Norfolk CC, North Kesteven DC, North Yorkshire Council, Nottingham City Council, East Sussex CC, Oxford City Council, Oxfordshire CC, Peterborough City Council, Rossendale BC, Socitm, Somerset Council, South Kesteven DC, South Norfolk & Broadland DC, South Staffordshire Council, St Albans City & DC, Swale BC, Tandridge DC, Test Valley Council Tewkesbury BC, Torbay Council, Tunbridge Wells BC, Warwickshire CC, Watford BC, Wealden DC West Lancashire BC, West Lindsey DC, West Sussex CC, Winchester City Council....

Countdown to the event