Civil Service World Collaboration Conference is a one-day event bringing together leaders from government, public sector, academia and industry to enhance cross-sector collaboration. Participants will explore successful case studies, engage in practical workshops, and develop actionable ideas for improved policy outcomes.

The event will be held in February 2027 in Leeds.

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Civil Service World Collaboration Conference Leeds will be taking place on Tuesday 2nd February at the Queens Hotel in Leeds.

The CSW Collaboration Conference is tailored for senior leaders across central and local government, as well as the wider public sector. Given the high-level discussions, debates, and workshop format, the event is specifically suited for professionals at the Manager level and above, including Manger, Head, Grade 7, Deputy Director, Director, Director General, and Permanent Secretary roles. Attendees who do not meet this criteria will be placed on a waiting list and notified accordingly.

Registration will be opening in October 2026. Please check back on the website for more up-to-date information.

The event is free for delegates from the public sector, while tickets for private sector attendees are available for purchase.

Please check back here closer to the event date for a full Inclusivity and Accessibility report for the Civil Service Collaboration Conference Leeds.  It is our aim to make our events as accessible as reasonably possible. If you have any questions about accessibility please email events@civilserviceworld.com 

Yes, catering will be provided throughout the day. If you have any dietary requirements please ensure that you mention this when filling out the registration form.

Office attire/business casual.

There are places for coats, however this is not a manned cloakroom as such we advice that delegates travel light to the event where possible.

The venue will have Wi-Fi

 The exhibitor list for the event is currently in preparation and will be available soon. If your organisation is interested in exhibiting at or sponsoring the event please visit our sponsorship page. 

Please note that you will not need to print your badge at home. Upon arrival, you will meet the registration team, and they will print your badge for you.

An official photographer and videographer will be at the event. If you do not want your photograph image used in any materials please email us at events@civilserviceworld.com and inform us at the registration desk on arrival. 

You will receive joining instructions via email approximately one week before the event, provided that registration has been completed. If you have not received any joining instructions five days prior to the event, please email us at events@civilserviceworld.com

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