5 March 2026 | Kia Oval, London

LGR Summit: LGR Special is back for part 2

Following the success of the first LGR Summit: LGR Special earlier this year, we are delighted to bring the event back for part 2. The inaugural event welcomed 150+ local government attendees, bringing together senior leaders and decision-makers to discuss the opportunities, challenges and next steps for local government reorganisation. Building on that momentum, the second edition will continue the conversation with fresh insight, practical discussion and valuable networking.

Taking place on the morning of 16 September at Park Regis Birmingham, ahead of the LGC Summit, this special event offers an ideal opportunity to hear from peers, share experiences and gain the latest perspectives on one of the most important issues facing the sector.

Why attend?

Hear the latest thinking and insight on local government reorganisation
Learn from senior local government leaders and sector experts
Take away practical ideas and examples from councils navigating change
Connect with 150+ peers and key decision-makers from across local government
Make the most of your time in Birmingham ahead of the LGC Summit

If you are interested in sponsoring the next event please call Joe Aspis on 07983 432872 or email him at Joe.Aspis@emap.com

View the images from the first LGR Special here

Further details, programme and expert speaker line-up will appear here soon.

What last year’s attendees thought of the LGC Summit:

"Strong panellists, thoughtful discussion which was timely."

"A very informative event with expertise across the sector."

LGR Summit: LGR Special is back for part 2

What last year’s attendees thought of the LGC Summit:

"Strong panellists, thoughtful discussion which was timely."

"A very informative event with expertise across the sector."

"High quality speakers, good debates, well organised and thought provoking."

"A forum which provides a safe space to explore critical issues, challenges and opportunities, in a way that is friendly, open and curious."

"Great opportunity to learn from subject matter experts and get yourself in a leadership mindset."

"An engaged meeting of local government minds."

"Informative, sessions were all relevant to current local government challenges."

"An event to hear about the issues of the day from a range of interesting speakers."

"A cross-sectoral contribution to GDP (great discourse from practitioners)."

"The Summit was informative, with a great range of speakers. Good opportunity to network with other local government colleagues."

"Thought provoking exchanges on key opportunities in the sector."

"Very informative and a good platform to network and have further deeper discussions with peers."