Forthcoming Conferences
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September, 10
Examples of our work - 08 Sep 2010
The video clips on these pages illustrate our work and expertise.
The Future of Culture, Tourism and Sport - 14 Sep 2010
Speakers include: James Berresford, Chief Executive, VisitEngland and Martyn Allison, National Adviser, Culture and Sport, Local Government Improvement & Development
This national conference, to be held at Inmarsat Conference Centre, London will bring together senior officers and elected members with local partners and national development agencies to co-ordinate their efforts and position culture, tourism and sport within the place-shaping agenda. Other speakers include: Rodney Hill, Chief Exe... more details / book
Further Education Mergers, Confederations and Shared partnerships - 15 Sep 2010
Change is inevitable: efficiency, structure and governance in FE. To be held in central London
This one day conference is for Senior Further Education professionals who are looking at ways to secure the future success of their FE colleges. more details / book
Sure Start - 21 Sep 2010
8th annual conference. To be held in central London
This post-election conference will keep you up to date with the latest Government policy and guidance and provide practical advice to help your centre operate an effective and efficient service which meets the needs of the families and children in your area. more details / book
14-19 Diplomas - 22 Sep 2010
Qualifications, consortia, funding. 5th National Conference. To be held at Millennium Gloucester Hotel, Kensington, London
This original independent examination of Diplomas will bring together leaders, experts and professionals responsible for the 14-19 Diploma. more details / book
Making Equality Work - 23 Sep 2010
2nd national conference. To be held at the Millennium Gloucester Hotel, Kensington, London
This event gives equality and diversity specialists from every sector the opportunity to come together with fellow professionals to share experiences and discuss approaches to change. more details / book
Social Enterprise and Public Service Reform - 23 Sep 2010
A right to request and a right to bid. To be held in Manchester
This national conference looks at the opportunities and implications of the “right to request” and the “right to bid” out different business and delivery models being adapted and implemented by local authorities and health service providers. more details / book
UK Research - 23 Sep 2010
4th annual conference: the future of research funding. To be held at Inmarsat Conference Centre, London
This year’s national research conference will provide one of the first opportunities to learn about the Government’s unfolding plans from senior figures. more details / book
October, 10
Further Education and Skills Inspection - 12 Oct 2010
Promoting excellence, meeting the needs of learners. To be held at Ambassadors, Bloomsbury, London
This conference brings together experts and leaders from FE colleges and training providers from across the UK to share ideas and experiences, evaluate the past year and promote continuous improvement and constant inspection readiness. more details / book
Under Pressure: Smarter Spending for Older People’s Services - 12 Oct 2010
Big challenges for the big society. To be held at The Grand Connaught Rooms, London
Attend this conference to consider stronger corporate approaches to financial planning and collaborative working, addressing methods to improve service costs, preventing waste and achieving better outcomes and hear innovative ideas for services models that deliver what older people need and value in this cold economic climate. more details / book
Academies - 13 Oct 2010
National Conference to be held in central London
Over 1,700 schools have indicated an interest in acquiring academy status and this conference will provide a timely examination of the latest funding, content and logistical details for all those tasked with strategic planning and implementation to get right up to date and prepare with confidence. more details / book
Effective Marketing in Higher Education - 13 Oct 2010
Unique selling points in a time of austerity and economic uncertainty. To be held at 76 Portland Place, London
Effective marketing, recruitment and retention of students are vital for university funding. With a cap on the number of student places available in 2010-2011, increased student expectations and a challenging jobs market, it is vital for HEI’s to recruit and retain the right candidates. more details / book
Adolescence to Adulthood with Autism - 14 Oct 2010
Making the transition in education, employment and independence. To be held at the Bloomsbury Hotel, London
Attend this conference and hear from senior representatives from the health, social care, education, housing and employment sectors sharing good practice models in delivering and commissioning services to ensure successful transitions into adulthood. more details / book
Further Education Colleges and International Markets - 14 Oct 2010
5th Annual Conference to be held in central London
This conference will bring together leaders, marketers, admission and recruitment directors and others from FE colleges from across the UK to discuss new marketing and recruitment strategies, websites, new technologies and working with agents and partner with colleges abroad. more details / book
Admissions to Higher Education - 19 Oct 2010
8th Annual National Conference. New pressures, new solutions. To be held at Cavendish Conference Centre, London
This conference will look at best practice in widening participation, fairness and accessibility in the applications process, and ask how demand can be managed efficiently to ensure the best outcome for both students and HE institutions. more details / book
End of Life Care - 19 Oct 2010
2nd National Conference: Joining up services across health and social care. To be held at King's Fund Conference Centre London
This conference will consider some of the current issues in palliative and end of life care at a local and national level but will concentrate on the issues and challenges that come from living longer with symptoms and how this affects patients and their carers. more details / book
Healthy Family, Healthy Child - 20 Oct 2010
Unite/CPHVA annual professional conference. To be held at Harrogate International Centre
This conference is an opportunity for you and your colleagues to hear the very latest developments in best practice in primary care and public health. more details / book
Victims and Witnesses - 20 Oct 2010
Improving practice and provision in a new landscape. 7th Annual Conference to be held in central London
This conference will provide the opportunity to hear from senior stakeholders in the criminal justice sector discussing the latest government policy and practice strategies designed to address gaps, implement and improve provision systematically in every locality in a time of austerity. more details / book
Domestic Violence - 21 Oct 2010
8th Annual Conference. Addressing the needs of domestic violence victims: the political landscape. To be held at Grand Connaught Rooms, London
This year’s conference will provide a timely opportunity to hold the new Coalition Government to account, hear details on actions taken to achieve the vision set out by Theresa May MP now she is Home Secretary and Minister for Women and Equalities and explore what is being done in terms of service provision so that women and girls get the support they need. Conferen... more details / book
Local and Regional Enterprise Partnerships - 21 Oct 2010
To be held in Birmingham
This conference will bring together council leaders and directors of economic development, learning and social policy with leaders from local commerce and industry to discuss emerging national policy and local good practice around sub-regional working. more details / book
Part time study in Higher Education - 26 Oct 2010
National Conference. To be held at Inmarsat Conference Centre, London
This conference will bring together leaders in higher education to discuss funding, student support and retention and examine how providers are beginning to actively change their approach to accommodate and support a range of student ability, study options and timeframes. more details / book
Tackling Worklessness through Local Partnerships - 26 Oct 2010
2nd Annual Conference. To be held in central London
This conference will bring together local authorities and key partners to discuss the shifting policy landscape and share good practice around raising skills, boosting ambition and overcoming barriers to work for communities. more details / book
Nursing in the Big Society - 28 Oct 2010
To be held in central London
This national conference will outline how leading practitioners can shape the future of Nursing and how services will be modelled at local level. Want to attend in person? Book here (external link) more details / book
November, 10
London Health - 03 Nov 2010
Innovation, Quality, Productivity, and Inclusion. To be held at the Business Design Centre, London
London Health 2010 is the largest one day event bringing together the capital’s healthcare community to share learning, showcase best practice, stimulate innovation and embrace the unique challenges and exciting opportunities that London presents. more details / book
The Future of Apprenticeships - 04 Nov 2010
Best Practice in Taking Opportunities & Overcoming Barriers. To be held in central London
This conference, strategically timed for after the Comprehensive Spending Review, will look to the future of Apprenticeships to assess the opportunities and barriers for both education and business stakeholders. Want to attend in person? Book here (external link) more details / book
Enhancing the Student Experience - 11 Nov 2010
To be held at Inmarsat Conference Centre, London
Set in the context of significant government efficiency savings and the Browne review of funding and fees, this conference will bring together higher education leaders to examine how to manage and exceed students' diverse expectations. more details / book
Maternity Services in a Changing World - 16 Nov 2010
The Royal College of Midwives annual conference. To be held at Manchester Central
This is the premier event where those working in midwifery and with mothers and babies come together to learn about, debate and discuss the key challenges and opportunities midwives face as a profession. The 2009 event attracted 1000 delegates who heard from 100 speakers. more details / book
The Future of Shared Services in Higher Education - 16 Nov 2010
To be held in central London
This conference will explore the opportunities for the strategic development of new models provision and how to capitalise on movements in the sector for greater integration and streamlining of administrative services. Want to attend in person? Book here (external link) more details / book
Youth Justice - 23 Nov 2010
Annual convention. To be held at The Celtic Manor Resort, Newport, South Wales
This convention brings together delegates from youth offending teams, police, local authorities, secure establishments, sentencers, probation and other key stakeholders and policy makers. more details / book
Environment 2010 - 24 Nov 2010
The Environment Agency National Conference: Creating a better place, a sustainable future. To be held at Central Hall, Westminster
This year’s annual conference will focus on the state of our environment - from water to waste, farming to flooding. Experts from the UK and abroad will assess how we can best mitigate or adapt to our changing climate. more details / book
Eco Innovation Forum - 25 Nov 2010
Towards Green Investment and a Sustainable Future. Free to attend Forum and Exhibition to be held at Central Hall Westminster
This event will set out how UK business and public organisations are making the practical transition to a low-carbon and resource, energy and environmentally efficient economy. Want to attend in person? Book here (external link) more details / book
Sports Provision for Children and Young People - 30 Nov 2010
5th National Conference. To be held at Wembley Stadium, London
This conference will bring together local authority heads of service with key delivery partners and national development agencies to discuss their roles within the new government’s strategy for children and young people’s sport. more details / book