We are delighted to invite members to the upcoming ACE-PCF Annual Conference on Shared strength – Working together differently, taking place on 21 May2026.
Many of the most difficult issues faced by society – inequalities, the homelessness crisis, the quality of health and education services, economic decline – cut across traditional government’s departmental responsibilities. They require a coordinated and combined response, in a collaborative leadership and long-termism exercise, creating improvements and legitimacy.
The conference will provide a platform for dialogue on enhancing cooperation across government departments, public agencies, and external partners, with a focus on improving outcomes for citizens through integrated and innovative service models.
It aims to explore:
- How collaboration, shared resources and innovative partnerships can accelerate the delivery of government’s missions;
- How breaking down silos and unlocking synergies across the board build organisational and systemic resilience.
We will welcome contributions from:
- Dr Eleanor Carter, Academic Co-Director, Government Outcomes Lab
- Jenny Sime, Shared Services Deputy Director – Relationship Management & Process, Government People Group
- Max Tse, Executive Director, Value for Money, National Audit Office
- Vijay K. Luthra, Managing Partner, Ceva
- Mary Halle, Director, Shareholding, Appointments and Inquiries, Department for Transport
- Simon Robinson, Sales Director for Government & Healthcare, Pegasystems
- Alex Thomas, Executive Director, Institute for Government
- Mark Agnew, two-time world record setting adventurer
To see the full programme, please click here.
Date: Thursday 21 May 2026
Venue: Institute for Government, London (with the option to attend online via Teams)
Time: 09:00-13:30, followed by a light networking lunch (13:30 – 14:30)
Please register here.