Professional development remains a priority for local authority teams navigating the evolving challenges of highways and road infrastructure delivery.
The LCRIG Innovation & Learning Festival 2026, taking place on 24–25 June 2026 at NAEC Stoneleigh, will once again offer a comprehensive programme of IHE accredited CPD-accredited technical sessions, designed to provide practical insight, real-world case studies and knowledge that can be applied immediately within your organisation.
Fully funded places are available for local authority delegates, covering accommodation, catering and transport between the hotel and venue. This ensures you can focus entirely on learning, collaboration and professional development without placing additional pressure on departmental budgets.
Learning Designed for the Sector
The Festival’s CPD programme is developed to reflect current sector priorities and emerging challenges, delivered by industry experts, sponsors and exhibitors who are working directly with local authorities across the UK.
In 2025, sessions covered a wide range of topics including innovation in materials, asset management, sustainability, digital solutions, emerging technologies and practical delivery case studies. The Technical Learning Theatre was consistently well attended, with delegates valuing both the depth of technical insight and the opportunity to record CPD across multiple sessions.
As one delegate from Barnsley Council reflected:
“A packed agenda with live demonstrations and CPD training sessions. Very interesting innovation specific session by National Highways on the use of AI technology.” Barnsley Council
The 2026 programme will build on this strong foundation, continuing to offer:
- CPD-accredited technical sessions
- Live demonstrations linked to real-world application
- Sponsor and exhibitor-led insight into new and developing solutions
- Interactive discussions with opportunities for questions and peer exchange
Exclusive Insight from Sponsors and Exhibitors
One of the distinguishing features of the Festival is the integration between the exhibition and the technical learning programme.
As East Riding of Yorkshire Council noted:
“Inspiring to see so many innovative approaches shaping the future of our highways.” East Riding of Yorkshire Council
Sponsors and exhibitors don’t simply showcase products; they contribute to structured learning sessions that explore the challenges local authorities are facing and the solutions being implemented across the sector.
This creates a unique environment where delegates can:
- Learn about innovations in a structured CPD setting
- Visit stands to explore solutions in more detail
- See technologies demonstrated live
- Speak directly with technical specialists
For local authority professionals, this means gaining both strategic understanding and practical insight within the same event.
Practical, Applicable and CPD-Accredited
Feedback from previous years consistently highlights the value of the CPD sessions.
Delegates have particularly welcomed:
- The opportunity to apply insights immediately within their authority
- The diverse range of speakers and subject matter
- The ability to record CPD across multiple sessions over two days
A delegate from Bolton Council commented:
“As always a fantastic mix of speakers and demos, showcasing insightful work areas and innovative solutions.” Bolton Council
By attending the Festival, you can enhance your professional development while staying informed about the latest innovations shaping highways and transport delivery.
Secure Your Fully Funded Place
To support local authority attendance, fully funded places are available, covering accommodation, catering and transport between the hotel and venue. This removes financial barriers and allows delegates to maximise their time at the Festival.
Calderdale Council summed up the value of attending:
“Our team is exploring new opportunities sparked by the event. This is so helpful to us and the sector. I can’t emphasise that enough.” Calderdale Council
With demand already building for 2026, early registration is encouraged.
If you are looking to strengthen your technical knowledge, explore innovative solutions and gain CPD in a focused, sector-specific environment, the LCRIG Innovation & Learning Festival 2026 provides a valuable opportunity to do so.
Find out more and register for your fully funded place today.