The Future of Local Government Starts at Solace Summit

21–22 October, 2026

ACC Liverpool

The Solace Summit 2026 heads to Liverpool for an unmissable gathering of local government leaders. Join us to explore fresh ideas, ambitious strategies, and the powerful connections shaping the future of public service.

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What is the Solace Summit?

Better leadership starts here. Hosted by Solace, the Summit brings together people across local government — from emerging talent to experienced executives — to share insight, shape ideas, and drive change. Across two days of thought-provoking sessions, powerful connections, and practical content, the Summit is your space to reflect, recharge, and reimagine the future of public service.

2024 FEATURED 3 DAYS OF LEARNING,
40+ SPEAKERS AND SO MUCH MORE.

Meet The Speakers of 2025

Hear from experienced leaders who bring real insight and fresh thinking from across the sector. Our speakers are respected experts, known for their practical knowledge, honest perspectives, and thoughtful ideas.

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Robin Tuddenham

President of Solace and Chief Executive, Calderdale Metropolitan Borough Council

Liz McQue

Facilitator & Solace Associate

Ed Whiting OBE

Chief Executive, Leeds City Council

Chris Naylor

Solace Lead for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Nazeya Hussain

Solace Lead for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Kirsty Wark

Speaker, award-winning journalist and presenter

PEOPLE

Local government is, at its heart, a people business. This theme explores how we lead with empathy, empower communities, and invest in the workforce of the future — asking what it means to put people first in a system under strain, and how we build cultures of care, trust, and accountability.

PARTNERS

We’re grateful to our partners for their continued support. Their contribution plays a key role in making this event a success and strengthening the work we do with communities across the country.

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