We’re pleased to be able to invite you to the first of our LGcomms Yorkshire and Humber regional network meetings, held in partnership with Yorkshire and Humber Councils.
Date: 19th November 2025
Venue: Merrion House, The Merrion Centre, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 8NG
Our regional networks bring together communications professionals from across local government and the wider public sector to share insight, ideas and experience. They offer a chance to discuss current priorities and challenges, hear from national and regional partners, and explore how we can collaborate to strengthen communications across the region.
Agenda
12 – 1pm Welcome and networking lunch
1 – 1.45pm Community cohesion and flags update and roundtable discussion, Eddie Coates-Madden, Head of communications and public affairs, London Borough of Hounslow, Andy Allsopp, Head of profession communications and marketing, Essex County Council, Holly Skelton, Business partner, West Northants Council
1.45 – 2.10pm Community engagement, Dan Hare, Chief commercial officer e-shot
2.10pm – 2.20pm Break
2.20pm – 3.05pm Political change intro and roundtable discussion, Eddie Coates-Madden, Head of communications and public affairs, London Borough of Hounslow, Jacqui Gay, Head of communications, Hull City Council, Holly Skelton, Business partner, West Northants Council
3.05 – 3.15 pm Break
3.15 – 4pm Awaab’s Law, changes to legislation for housing and social landlords, Jeni Harvey, Director of communications and marketing, Rochdale Borough Housing
4 – 4.15pm Ideas for future sessions
4.15pm – 4.30pm Close and thanks, Danni Clayton, Head of communications and marketing, Leeds City Council
4.30pm onwards – Networking drinks for anyone who would like to stay
The running time of the session is 12.00 pm to 5.00 pm, a sandwich lunch and refreshments will be provided.
The session is free for LGcomms members. If you or your team members would like to attend, please contact hello@lgcomms.org.uk please note spaces are limited due to room capacity
