Making Localism Work

Bell Pottinger Public Affairs and Localis are hosting a panel event in the lead up to the general election, with Bob Neill MP.

The event will focus on the relationship between local authorities and a potential incoming Conservative government, including a look at what new powers should be given to local authorities.

This will be followed by a question and answer session under the Chatham House rule, and networking with refreshments.

 

Speakers

Bob Neill MP - Shadow Minister for Local Government & Planning

Cllr Richard Kemp - Deputy Chair of the LGA and Leader of the Lib Dem Group

Cllr Paul Carter - Leader of Kent County Council

Cllr Peter John - Leader, Labour Group - Southwark Council

 

Full details

Date - Wednesday 24 February

Time - 6.00 pm — 8.00 pm

 

The venue is located at:

Bell Pottinger

6th Floor,

Holborn Gate
26 Southampton Buildings
London

WC2A 1QB

Attendance is strictly by invitation only. For more details please email Helen Silver on 0207 861 2412 or email planning@bell-pottinger.co.uk

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