Northern Local Government Leadership Forum
Northern Local Government Leadership Forum
The Midlands Hotel, Manchester.
26 - 27 November 2026
MJ Future Forum North
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has put devolution and a new constitution at the heart of his premiership. As we head for The MJ Future Forum in Manchester – the birthplace of Burnham's plans – here's what you will explore at the Forum and the practical insights you will take back to your organisation:
- Devolution – Get ahead of the new agenda at speed, from expanding existing mayors to the creation of new combined authorities, so you're not left playing catch-up.
- The changing face of government – What No10 North really means for the balance of power between local and central government, and how it changes the way you operate.
- Future funding – Where fiscal devolution and fair funding reform will actually land on your budget, and what the rising tide of exceptional financial support tells you about the sector's direction.
- AI, transformation and modernisation – How to cut through the hype and use technology to genuinely reshape services, drive efficiencies and reduce costs. Practical guidance, not just noise.
- Economic growth – What good looks like and what it takes to drive growth that's inclusive and sustainable at both combined and local authority level.
- Public service reform – How to build genuinely joined-up services at a combined authority level, and how to overcome the challenges you may face.
