Keynote Speaker: Phil Woolas MP, Minister of State, Department of Food, Environment and Rural Affairs
Hear the minister explain how NI 186 will work and how your council can achieve excellent performance

 

“Local government has a pivotal role in achieving sustainable development and mitigating and adapting to climate change.”
The Local Government White Paper, Communities and Local Government, October 2006

 

Climate change is here and it will affect your area and your community. It is now the time to move from the scientific reasoning and theory to tackle the growing threat. As the driver of government policies there is a responsibility and duty on you to ensure you and your community are adapting appropriately. Begin your work to reduce the impact of climate change today.

Local Government Chronicle and New Local Government Network have brought together a range of expert speakers to focus on those issues and challenges that affect you the most. Join us for this practical and constructive event designed to give you the information, drive and ability to implement your climate change strategy.

Attend this conference and hear guidance on topics including:

With service-specific case studies and presentations, discussions sessions and breaks to facilitate networking, this is an interactive day that will leave you ready to plan and implement your own climate change policy.

 

Who should attend this conference?

Relevant staff from local authorities, Police, Fire and Rescue Services and the voluntary sector including those involved in: