APSE Southern Region Policy Symposium: Onwards and Upwards: Where to next for local government? - 25 June 2026

Including AGM

Broadway House, London, SW1H 9NQ

As communities evolve and pressures on public services intensify, the role of local government has never been more critical or more complex. The seminar brings together policymakers, practitioners, and thought leaders to explore the future direction of local governance in a rapidly changing social, economic, and political landscape including LGR. From fiscal sustainability and service delivery to community engagement and innovation, the discussion will examine both the challenges and opportunities facing local authorities today.

Join us for a forward-looking conversation that aims to discuss current issues and explore paths for the future of local government.

Confirmed speakers include:

Financial Sustainability in Local Government: Reviewing pressures, funding, financial governance and future resilience.

Speaker: Bevis Ingram, Senior Adviser Finance, LGA

LGR – supporting the workforce through a period of Uncertainty and Reform

Speaker: Rachel Slaughter Deputy Head of Local Government, Unison

Lessons from Buckinghamshire Council’s Reorganisation Journey

Speaker: Cllr Thomas Broom, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Transport Buckinghamshire Council

LGR: implementing change while maintaining essential service

Speaker: Justin Galliford, CEO, Norse Group

Managing Planning Functions During Local Government Reorganisation

Speaker: Timothy David Crawshaw Urban Design

Social Value and Inclusive Economies: What Works?

Speaker: Caroline Wilson, Director of Inclusive Economy and Jobs, Islington Council

Southern AGM Agenda 25 June 2026

Southern AGM Minutes 18 June 2025

National Constitution

Southern Constitution