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18th & 19th March 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa, Oxfordshire

Excellence In Local Government

Event Details

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Doing more with less sounds like an advert for one of the high street supermarkets, but it’s what every council across the United Kingdom is having to do. With less money being distributed by central government, councils are having to find innovative ways to save money, increase efficiency and generate income. Many councils are well on their way to achieving either or both of these things whether it be combining and sharing resources with another council, renting out office space to SME’s or everything in between. Change is here and changes will continue to happen!

However, this isn’t the end of collaboration and issues, with more powers continuing to be devolved to local councils and the creation of so called “super councils” but with no extra funding, it would appear that things will become more challenging before they get easier.


​During this meeting, all attendees will be able to share their own experiences and the challenges they are currently facing. In addition, you will then have the opportunity to look at different ways of addressing these problems and an overall look at where we were, where we are and what needs to be done to get to where we need to be.

Stephen Lugg

Head of ICT ​Strategy

Warwickshire County Council

Kate Ellis

Strategic Director Major Developments

City of Lincoln

Jon Burt​

Head of Enterprise Architecture

Manchester City Council

Chris Trinder​

Head ​of Technology

Central Bedfordshire
​Council

Sarah Deane

People and Culture Director​

BCP​Council

 

Kat Sexton

Head of Function
– Product

Birmingham
City Council

Gavin Stedman

Director of Port Health and Public Protection

City of London​Corporation

James Battle

Head of Information Technology

Eastleigh Borough Council

Amanda Hatton

Executive Director of Education and Children’s Services

City of Edinburgh

Ed Ashton

Director of Operations

States of​ Guernsey

During this meeting, all attendees will be able to share their own experiences and the challenges they are currently facing. In addition, you will then have the opportunity to look at different ways of addressing these problems and an overall look at where we were, where we are and what needs to be done to get to where we need to be.

– Housing
​- Social Care
– Cost of living
– Political uncertainty
– Workforce pressures
– Funding and financial constraints
– Climate change and sustainability
– Regulatory and planning changes
– ​Devolution and relations with Central Government

Job titles in attendance:

– Executive Director
– Head of Department
– Chief Financial Officer
– Director of Department
– Chief Information Officer

– Chief / Deputy Chief Executive
– Chief / Deputy Operating Officer
– Director of IT / ICT / IM&T / Information

Types of organisations:

– City Council
– District Council

– County Council
– Unitary Authority
– Combined Authority
– Metropolitan District Council
– Metropolitan Borough Council

What’s included in complimentary attendance?

– Access to all presentations
– Buffet lunch on main event day

– 3 course dinner on arrival evening
– Access to presentations post event
– Welcome drinks reception at arrival
– Use of the DoubleTree by Hilton Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa
– Accommodation at the DoubleTree by Hilton Oxford Belfry Hotel & Spa

Why Sponsor?

– 2-3 minute pitch to entire audience
– Presentations to entire or partial audience
– Company branded meeting and networking areas
– Participation in networking champagne reception
– Hosted Lunch and Dinner tables with company branding
– Company branding on all banners and conference guides

– Accommodation for each of your representatives at the venue
– Investment and contact information on all attendees provided
– Social networking such as golf, coffee breaks and drinks at the bar etc
​- Prearranged 1-to-1 meetings (15 minutes each) with attendees of your choice
– Access to all industry presentations and workshops taking place over the event

Watch the video below to see how the event is formatted:

DoubleTree by Hilton Oxford Belfry Hotel and Spa
Milton Common, Thame, OX9 2JW

Make yourself at home at our Oxford hotel, designed for you to relax and unwind

Get loved ones together for a perfect family weekend at the DoubleTree by Hilton Oxford Belfry. 

Located in the beautiful Oxfordshire countryside with the Cotswolds around the corner and Blenheim Palace just 25 minutes away, the DoubleTree by Hilton Oxford Belfry is the ideal location for those wanting to unwind and make precious memories. Oxford’s historic city centre is also within driving distance, giving you the chance to explore famous surroundings, including Oxford University. 

Book one of our recently refurbished 154 bedrooms for a peaceful night’s sleep or treat yourself to a stay in the Junior or King Suite. If you’re staying with little ones, we have 20 family rooms and a team of dedicated staff who will ensure you get the break you deserve.  

For those wanting the ultimate weekend of relaxation, look no further than the Oxford Belfry spa. Enjoy a rejuvenating facial and massage, follow it up with a session in the sauna or steam room, and laze around in your robe for the remainder of your spa day. 

​The DoubleTree by Hilton Oxford Belfry, and the magic of the Cotswolds is waiting for you.

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