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SUMMARY:LGcomms South West regional network meeting
DESCRIPTION:The next SW LGcomms regional event brings together a strong line up of speakers\, each sharing practical insight into the issues communications teams are grappling with right now. \nThe programme will explore how creativity\, data and behaviour change can be used to strengthen public sector communications. Speakers will look at using AI and fresh thinking to spark ideas\, applying behaviour change principles to emergency planning and public campaigns\, and using insight and data to shape more effective communications. \nThere will also be hands on sessions focused on real world practice\, including a PR campaign workshop\, storytelling techniques that help messages land with different audiences\, and learning from live public safety and seasonal campaigns led by Devon & Somerset Fire and Rescue Service. Throughout the day\, speakers will share honest reflections\, practical examples and ideas that attendees can take straight back into their roles. \nTogether\, the sessions offer a valuable mix of strategy\, creativity and practical skills — alongside plenty of opportunity to ask questions\, share experiences and learn from colleagues across the South West. \nEvent details:\n• Venue: South Hams District Council offices\, Follaton House\, Totnes\, TQ9 5NE\n• (Follow signs for the Chamber\, not reception)\n• Date: Tuesday 12 May\n• Starts: Registration 9-9:30 a.m.\n• Finishes: 4:15 p.m.\n• Refreshments: Available\n• Lunch: Bring your own please \nBooking is open and spaces are filling quickly so please contact Vicky Croughan vicky.croughan@swdevon.gov.uk to attend. When booking\, please let Vicky know if there are any accessibility issues she needs to be aware of. \nYou do need to be an LGcomms member to attend if you have attended before. Membership costs £300 + VAT per organisation and you can find more information at https://lgcomms.org.uk/membership We’ve already got a number of organisations registering to join so they can take advantage of these collaborative sessions.
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lgcomms-south-west-regional-network-meeting-2/
LOCATION:South Hams District Council offices\, Follaton House\, Totnes\, TQ9 5NE
CATEGORIES:Regional event
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SUMMARY:LGcomms North East regional network meeting
DESCRIPTION:FREE FOR LGcomms members \nJoin us for our first North East regional network meeting: \nDate: 2nd June \nTime: 12.30pm – 4pm \nVenue: Gateshead Council \n  \nAgenda: \n12:15 – arrival \n12:30 – Welcome from Peter Darrant\, chair\, Out North East \n1pm – Matt Nicholls – Managing political change \n1.45 – Coffee \n2pm – Jeni Harvey – LGcomms and team development \n2.45 – End: Round robin: issues\, challenges\, and – dare we say it – any good news to share! \n  \nTo find out more please contact jeni.harvey@rbh.org.uk or SmythHarper@Gateshead.Gov.UK \nTo book your place please contact hello@lgcomms.org.uk
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lgcomms-north-east-regional-network-meeting/
LOCATION:Gateshead Council\, ONE Centre\, 2B Stonehills\, Pelaw\,\, Gateshead\, Tyne and Wear\, NE10 0HW
CATEGORIES:Regional event
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SUMMARY:LGcomms East of England regional network meeting
DESCRIPTION:Free for LGcomms members \nSave the date for the LGcomms East of England regional network meeting on Thursday 4 June\, 10am at Harlow Civic Centre. From shared challenges to practical insight\, join comms colleagues from across the region in one of the UK’s original New Towns. \nAgenda to follow. \nTo book your place please email hello@lgcomms.org.uk \n 
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lgcomms-east-of-england-regional-network-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Harlow Civic centre\, The Water Gardens\, College Square\,\, Harlow\,\, Essex\,\, CM20 1WG
CATEGORIES:Regional event
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SUMMARY:LGcomms Yorkshire & Humber regional network meeting
DESCRIPTION:FREE  FOR LGCOMMS MEMBERS \nJoin us for our next Yorkshire & Humber regional network meeting \nDate: 22 July 2026 \nTime: 1.30pm – 4pm \nVenue: West Offices\, Station Rise\, York\, North Yorkshire\, YO1 6GA \nHosted by York & North Yorkshire Combined Authority \nAgenda: \n\n\nDisinformation. City of York Council has been targeted quite heavily recently so has some really good case studies/ learnings;\n\n\n\n\nSeldom heard groups and community influencers – discussion led by the Combined Authority; and\n\n\n\n\nAccessible comms building on from our last session in Sheffield including talking news\, BSL\, etc – City of York Council led.\n\n\nBook your space by contacting hello@lgcomms.org.uk
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lgcomms-yorkshire-humber-regional-network-meeting/
LOCATION:York & North Yorkshire Combined Authority\, West Offices\, Station Rise\,\, York\,\, North Yorkshire\,\, YO1 6GA
CATEGORIES:Regional event
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SUMMARY:LGcomms East Midlands online regional meeting
DESCRIPTION:FREE FOR LGCOMMS MEMBERS \nMeeting focus \nThis session will focus on local government reorganisation\, reflecting the continued direction of travel from Government around devolution and structural reform. With the minded-to announcement still expected before Summer Recess\, our meeting will be an opportunity for colleagues to share insight\, challenges and approaches across the region. \n  \nWider discussion \nWe would also like to use part of the session to: \n\nExplore team practices like hybrid working and out-of-hours arrangements\nGather views on topics for future in-person meetings\nSeek support with identifying potential venues (don’t worry\, we’ll do all the legwork)\nBegin shaping a regular programme of regional events that works alongside colleagues’ workloads and commitments\nEnsure the network continues to provide practical value\, peer support and shared learning\n\nYour input will be really valuable in helping us develop a programme that reflects your needs and supports your activity now and in future. \nWe will also hear from Kirstie McKenzie\, Managing Director of our new regional sponsor Touch Design\, on collaborative working to reduce duplication and make the most of our combined resources. \n  \nBook your place by emailing craig.forsyth@westnorthants.gov.uk \n  \n 
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lgcomms-east-midlands-online-regional-meeting/
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SUMMARY:LGcomms webinar: Co-design: what is it\, and what do comms and engagement teams need to know?
DESCRIPTION:FREE FOR LGCOMMS MEMEBERS (please log in) \nCo-design is increasingly seen as the gold standard for engaging with residents and service users in local government and health services. For those working in comms and engagement teams\, this presents new challenges and opportunities. This session will explore what co-design is and what comms and engagement teams need to do to make it work. \nDate: Thursday 6th August \nTime: 2pm – 3pm \nBook HERE
URL:https://lgcomms.org.uk/event-listing/lgcomms-webinar-co-design-what-is-it-and-what-do-comms-and-engagement-teams-need-to-know/
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