
Leadership & Governance Conference 2026
The Northern Ireland Leadership and Governance Conference 2026 took place on on 25 March at La Mon Hotel. This year's conference provided a range of thought-provoking and informative contributions on the burning issues of concern to public sector leaders, as well as opportunities to reconnect with colleagues, establish new connections and broaden your network. Thanks to everyone who joined us on the day - We do hope you found the discussions beneficial.
Below you will find the conference gallery, a recording of the main sessions which you can now watch back at your leisure, a copy of speaker presentations, as well as a post-event summary.
#NIGovConf26 Gallery
With thanks to all our Speakers and Sponsors

Michelle O'Neill MLA
First Minister

Emma Little-Pengelly MLA
Deputy First Minister

John O'Dowd MLA
Minister of Finance

Dr Jayne Brady
Head of NI Civil Service

Dr Frances Ruane
Non-Executive Director
NI Civil Service Board

Julie Harrison
Permanent Secretary
Northern Ireland Office

Neil Gibson
Permanent Secretary
Department of Finance

Mike Farrar
Permanent Secretary
Department of Health

Grainia Long
Permanent Secretary
Department for Communities

David Malcolm
Permanent Secretary
Department of Education
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Emer Morelli
Permanent Secretary
Department for Infrastructure

Dorinnia Carville
Comptroller & Auditor General, NI Audit Office

Prof Helen McCarthy
Chief Scientific & Technology Adviser, TEO

Prof Stephen Farry
Co-Director, Strategic Policy Unit, Ulster University

Russell Goodenough
Head of AI - UK & Australia
CGI

Marie Doyle
Senior Partner - NI Office
Deloitte



























