Conference Programme

Confirmed speakers for NCASC 2026 include:

• 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.

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

• View programme (pdf) updated 18 Sept 2026)

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