CIPFA Regional Autumn Forum 2025 - Hosted by CIPFA Cymru & CIPFA North West

Event summary

The CIPFA Regional Autumn Forum 2025 will be held on 2–3 October at St David's Park Hotel, Ewloe, Deeside, hosted by the Wales and North West Region.

The forum opens at 11:30 on 2 October, featuring a full programme of expert-led sessions on public finance challenges, innovation, and policy. Day one concludes at 16:30, followed by an Awards Dinner at 18:00, offering networking and recognition of regional achievements.

Day two begins at 09:00 on 3 October, continuing the engaging agenda before closing at 13:00, with lunch served until 14:00.

Confirmed speakers include Lindie Engelbrecht, CIPFA Director of Education & Membership, and Zachary Scott, Policy Researcher in Prevention.

The forum offers valuable insights, collaboration, and professional development for public finance professionals across the region.

Date

Starts:
02 Oct 2025 11:00
Ends:
03 Oct 2025 14:00

Location

St David's Park Hotel
St David's Park
Deeside
Ewloe
Flintshire
CH5 3YB
[See map]

Standard price

£0.00 excl VAT

Full Forum including Hotel

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About this event

Who should attend?

Any member of a Regional Council can attend this event. If you wish to attend, please speak to your regional president or secretary to arrange your attendance.

How will you benefit from attending?

Stay Informed: Gain the latest insights on CIPFA's Public Finance policy, reform and innovation from expert speakers and CIPFA Leaders.

Professional Development: Enhance your knowledge and skills through workshops, keynotes and interactive discussions.

Networking Opportunities: Connect with Peers, Regional Colleagues and sector leaders during session and the Award Dinner.

Strategic Insight: Explore forward-thinking approaches to financial resilience, prevention and sustainable service delivery.

Recognition & Inspiration: Celebrate Regional Success at the Awards Dinner and leave with fresh ideas to apply to your role or volunteering opportunities.

Cost

This event is free to all Regional Council members.

If you are not part of a Regional Council, please contact Regions@CIPFA.org to request the pricing.

Booking information

Standard Member = Forum Only

Network Member = Forum & Hotel

Attendance at the Regional Forum and Awards Dinner is free of charge; however, places are limited and must be booked in advance. Cancellations made within 7 days of the event may be subject to a cancellation fee to cover incurred costs. If you are unable to attend, please inform us as soon as possible so your place can be offered to someone else. We reserve the right to amend these terms at any time.