Advisory group

We are delighted to announce the LGC Digital Futures Advisory Group who represent councils from across the UK. Members of the advisory group include influential figures from both local and central government, each contributing their unique insights and experiences. Their collective expertise spans various sectors and functions, providing a holistic understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by councils in the digital age.

The advisory group plays a pivotal role in shaping the agenda and content of the Digital Futures event. Through their guidance, the LGC Digital Futures event is poised to drive meaningful change and foster a collaborative environment for all participants.

Judah Bajela, Brent LBC
National Management Trainee, Communities & Partnerships
Brent LBC
Ade Bamigboye, Kensington & Chelsea RBC
Chief Technology Officer
Kensington & Chelsea RBC
Paul Boyd, Medway Council
Chief Information Officer
Medway Council
Kit Collingwood, Greenwich RBC
Assistant Director, Digital and Customer Services
Greenwich RBC
Matt Gladstone, Peterborough City Council
Chief Executive
Peterborough City Council
Roger Kershaw, Merton LBC
Assistant Director for Finance and Digital
Merton LBC
Fran Lautman, Oldham MBC
Head of Customer and Digital Experience
Oldham MBC
Alexandra Luck, Dept for Business and Trade
Programme Director - National Digital Twin Programme
Dept for Business and Trade
Peter Parfitt, Buckinghamshire Council
Head of Digital
Buckinghamshire Council
Tom Pike, Stevenage BC
Strategic Director & Deputy CEO
Stevenage BC
Wendy Popplewell, Barnsley MBC
Executive Director of Core Services
Barnsley MBC
Rehana Ramesh, Hackney LBC
Acting Director, Customer Services, Digital and Data
Hackney LBC
Alison Young, Tech UK
Associate Director Local Public Services
Tech UK