As Gloucestershire builds its reputation as the UK’s leading hub for secure innovation, political leadership across the county plays a vital role. Future Gloucestershire brings together leaders from each of the county’s local authorities for a series of lightning talks focused on the future of place, technology, and collaboration.Each speaker will outline its distinctive role in realising a shared vision for Gloucestershire as the destination for trusted, tech-enabled growth. From cyber and advanced engineering to agri-tech, green energy, and digital connectivity, the event will showcase the diverse capabilities that make this county uniquely positioned to lead in secure technologies.
Crucially, the event takes place in the context of ongoing discussions around local government reorganisation, raising timely questions about how the shape of future governance could accelerate or challenge the county’s ambitions.Expect a fast-paced, insight-rich session that brings political vision into the spotlight and sets the stage for deeper collaboration between local government, industry, and innovation partners.
Key Themes:
- The future of Gloucestershire through the lens of secure innovation
- Local government leadership and cross-county collaboration
- Place-based tech strengths across the six authorities
- Navigating opportunities and tensions around potential reorganisation
