The North West group’s next meeting welcomes a very special guest. Mark Dickens, lead officer – spatial planning at the Liverpool City Region will present the strategic infrastructure plan for the city region to members of the group on Friday 30 July 2021.

As well as providing an excellent opportunity to find out more about the plans, the meeting will strengthen links between the group and the metro mayors’ office, and provide an opportunity for members to engage with the combined authority.

Mark Dickens is the latest guest of the regional group, chaired by Sean Keyes (Sutcliffe), which meets to discuss local issues and provide networking opportunities to members based in the North West. Given our meetings for the foreseeable future will be held online, all ACE members are welcome to attend the meeting on 30 July – no matter where they are based. Please email Chetna Gorasia to find out more.

Darrell Matthews, director of membership and business engagement said: “We always try to aim for a high-calibre of guest in our regional and national groups and we’re delighted to welcome another at our forthcoming regional meeting in the North West. As well as learning all about a significant plan for the region, attendees will be able to engage directly with a key stakeholder and decision-maker.

"Given all regional meetings are taking place online, we’re more than happy to open up attendance to any interested ACE member. We’re looking forward to welcoming you to one of our upcoming meetings soon.”