Conservative Conference: Total Neighbourhood

What role for local government in the Big Society?

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Total Neighbourhood: What role for local government in the Big Society?

A panel debate  about the future of joined-up services at the local level.

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This event is a public event

Venue: ICC, Media Suite B, Birmingham

(Please note that this venue is within the secure zone, and a conference pass will be required)

Date/Time: Monday 4th October, 19.30 - 21.00

Click here for directions on how to get to the ICC

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Speakers include:

Greg Clark MP - Minister for Decentralisation

Alex Thomson (Chair) - Chief Executive of Localis

Cllr Mike Whitby - Leader of Birmingham City Council

Dr Dick Atkinson - Chief Executive, Balsall Heath Community Forum

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This event is held in collaboration with Birmingham City Council

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For more information about this event, please email events@localis.org.uk

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