Join us at The Future of Local Government conference where we will explore how local authorities can adapt and transform to meet the increasing demands of public service delivery during a period of protracted austerity.
In recent years local government have had to overcome an inordinate number of challenges to continue to deliver the public services they are responsible for. Budget cuts of 40% have forced local authorities to rethink how services can be delivered in a more efficient and cost effective manner.
The job, however, is by no means done. Tough and complex pressures are set to remain as the new government sets out plans to cut spending by a further £65bn over the next five years. So what further transformation will local government have to undertake and how differently will their organisations operate in 2020 and beyond?
The City Devolution Bill outlines the plans to hand powers, traditionally held in Whitehall, to cities including housing, transport, planning and policing. George Osborne is keen for England’s big cities to join Manchester in bidding for devolved powers, as long as they agree to be governed by a directly elected mayor. How will these devolved powers influence the way local authorities deliver local services?
The Future of Local Government conference will bring together high profile stakeholders within local government to examine the current issues and how these may be overcome through innovative ways of working. Expert speakers will share the latest research and current ways of thinking whilst examples of successful transformational projects will be showcased. The event’s aim is to give delegates a reasoned insight into how their own organisations may be operating in five years’ time.
Pendulum Hotel & Manchester Conference Centre is the ideal solution when searching for conference venues in Manchester. Top-of-the-range conference suites, 3 star value hotel accommodation, delicious dining and friendly service are the ideal components for a successful conference or event in the heart of the city centre.
The 18 conference rooms are decked out with all the mod cons including state-of-the-art AV technology, projectors and screens, free Wi-Fi and flip charts. Our clients cover the whole spectrum and include government organisations, trade unions, large corporate companies, non-profit organisations, health and education sectors and small to medium-sized businesses.
From the get-go we strive for excellence in everything we do and our dedicated team of conference professionals go all out to make sure your conference, event or exhibition runs like clockwork.
