Come along to Navigating LGR: challenges, opportunities and innovation

London and South East

Date & time

  1. 25 November 2025 09:30 - 15:00

Overview

Our meetings can be face-to-face (with refreshments provided) or virtual (bring your own refreshments) and will be focused on Socitm’s policy themes. Within these themed meetings your regional committee is free to create an agenda that works best for you and your regional colleagues. If there’s something you would like to discuss or investigate with like-minded peers just let us know on hello@socitm.net and we will co-ordinate that with and for you.

Agenda

  1. 09:30 Arrival & Networking

    Kickstart the day with coffee and conversations. Connect with peers and set the tone for an inspiring session.

  2. 10:00 Welcome & Introductions

    Discover what’s in store for the day and meet the thought leaders shaping digital transformation.

    Farah Ali, London & South East Co-Chair

  3. 10:10 New Opportunities: What's going on in Digital, Data and Technology at the London Borough of Barnet?

    Dave Worley, Barnet Council

  4. 10:40 Phoenix Rising: A New Era of Digital

    Explore how Phoenix is redefining resilience and agility in local government technology.

  5. 11:00 Code, Cloud, and Culture: Building a Resilient Digital Future

    Learn how Hackney is blending technology and culture to create a future-ready digital ecosystem.

    Rehana Ramesh, Hackney

  6. 11:40 Empowering Women: Driving Inclusion & Leadership

    Join the latest Empowering Women cohort in a powerful discussion on gender equality and leadership in tech—because diversity drives innovation.

  7. 12:10 Lunch & Networking

    Recharge and connect with peers over a delicious lunch.

  8. 13:10 Socitm Update: What’s Next?

    Stay ahead with the latest policy themes, initiatives, and opportunities from Socitm.

    Nadira Hussain, CEO, Socitm

  9. 13:30 Smarter Customer Communications with AI: A Case Study

    Discover how AI is transforming citizen engagement and improving service delivery.

    Liam Abbott, Head of Digital and Customer Experience, Bath and North East Somerset Council
    Paul Ridge, Director/Managing Consultant, 4C Strategies

  10. 13:50 Brent Cross Town Pavilion: Designing for Community

    Explore how innovative urban design is creating vibrant, connected communities.

    Emily Read, Barnet

  11. 14:50 Closing Remarks

    Reflect on key takeaways and look ahead to future collaborations.

    Farah Ali, London & South East Co-Chair

  12. 15:00 Finish

    Leave inspired and ready to implement new ideas.

Speakers

Who can join our events?

Our events are open to everyone and relevant to all levels of staff, from new joiners right through to senior executives. This creates a vibrant mix which promotes innovation, sharing of best practice and drives the modernisation of public services.

Attendance is included in our membership and partnership packages. A fee may apply for non-members. Please see individual event registration details for more information.

Contact us to discuss your options

Public sector – contact Poppy Whelan. Private sector – contact Aimie Francis.