The 2025 event has now passed

Thank you to all of the attendees, speakers and sponsors without whose support this event would not take place.

The LGC Summit is more than just an event—it’s a vital space for council leaders to connect, reflect, collaborate and explore what lies ahead for local government.

If you are interested in attending the 2026 LGC Summit please complete the short form found here

If you are interested in sponsoring the 2026 LGC Summit please call Joe Aspis on 07983 432872 or email him at Joe.Aspis@emap.com

By attending this conference, you can earn CPD points towards your professional development. This event has been assessed by The CPD Group.

What last year’s attendees thought of the LGC Summit:

"Strong panellists, thoughtful discussion which was timely."

"A very informative event with expertise across the sector."

"High quality speakers, good debates, well organised and thought provoking."

"A forum which provides a safe space to explore critical issues, challenges and opportunities, in a way that is friendly, open and curious."

"Great opportunity to learn from subject matter experts and get yourself in a leadership mindset."

"An engaged meeting of local government minds."

"Informative, sessions were all relevant to current local government challenges."

"An event to hear about the issues of the day from a range of interesting speakers."

"A cross-sectoral contribution to GDP (great discourse from practitioners)."

"The Summit was informative, with a great range of speakers. Good opportunity to network with other local government colleagues."

"Thought provoking exchanges on key opportunities in the sector."

"Very informative and a good platform to network and have further deeper discussions with peers."

Reasons to attend

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Why Attend

Connect with your peers, reflect on where we are today and explore what the future looks like for local government in a safe space.

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Programme

Debate the biggest issues of the day and explore how local authorities across the country are responding to the challenges and opportunities.

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Speakers

Hear from and be inspired by a panel of high-profile speakers from within and outside local government.

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