WSP Local Authority Waste Conference
- Date: Wednesday 29th April 2026
- Time: 10am – 3pm
- Location: The Mailbox, Level 2, 100 Wharfside Street, Birmingham, B1 1RT
Join WSP for the day: let’s talk waste policy, delivering change, Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), markets and innovation!
Following one-to-one meetings and our sponsorship of the keynote theatre at the Resources and Waste Management conference, we’re bringing together voices from across the waste sector exclusively for local authorities to help them navigate their waste management priorities and pressures.
We understand the financial pressures local authorities face, and the impending once in a generation policy shift. With input from local authority clients and other waste sector players, we're hosting this exclusive event to share insights on how to better navigate complex industry changes, Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) and waste management innovations on the horizon.
Let’s share what we’ve learned, explore what’s next, and challenge what’s possible. Expect a dynamic mix of expert perspectives, including practical insights into contracts and variations, fresh thinking on LGR and waste management innovations on the horizon.
There’ll be time to connect over coffee and lunch, hear from guest speakers including Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) and East London Waste Authority (ELWA), and close with reflections from our leaders.
Agenda
- 10:00 – 10:10: Welcome address
- 10:10 – 11:10: Policy updates
- 11:10 – 11:30: Coffee
- 11:30 – 12:45: Delivering change (case studies including GMCA and ELWA)
- 12:45 – 13:00: Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) and waste services
- 13:00 – 13:45: Lunch
- 13:45 – 14:50: Waste sector innovations (Biochar, nappy recycling, Waste-to-X)
- 14:50 – 15:00: Closing remarks
