Conference Programme

The latest programme can be found via the link below. Please note that the programme is subject to change. 

• View programme (pdf) updated 14 October 2026)

Confirmed speakers for NCASC 2026 include:

• Alison McGovern MP – Minister for Social Care and Mental Health
• Josh MacAlister MP – Minister for Children and Families
• Baroness Louise Casey
• Sir Jim Mackey, Chief Executive, NHS England
• Chris Badger, Chief Inspector of Adult Social Care and Integrated Care, CQC
• Cllr Eamonn O’Brien, Chair, Local Government Association
• Ann Graham, President, Association of Directors of Children’s Services
• Phil Holmes, President, Association of Directors of Adult Social Services
• Sarah McClinton, Chief Social Worker, DHSC
• Isabelle Trowler CBE, Chief Social Worker, DfE
• And a wide range of key leaders across the care, education and health sectors.

Social Care Tapas

We’re delighted that Social Care Future will again be running a dinner on Wednesday 11 November. A night to catch up with friends old and new over some award-winning tapas from Lunya, in the heart of Liverpool city centre. Please see this flyer for more information and to book your spot – we encourage you to do sooner rather than later as slots sell out!

Please note this is not an official conference event and queries should be directed to socialcarefuture@gmail.com