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Welcome to ADEPT
ADEPT is the voice of local authority place directors and their teams. Our members manage vital local services - from highways, waste, recycling and planning - while also preparing for the challenges and opportunities of the future. ADEPT is a membership based, voluntary organisation with members across England.
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Latest news
Innovation and Best Practice blog - Focusing innovation and best practice on people and place
Deputy Chief Executive Kylie Russell reflects on how collaboration, innovation and practical support provided by ADEPT are helping local authorities tackle some of their biggest challenges. From nationally recognised programmes to practical guidance…
140th anniversary blog series - True local empowerment: reflections on restructuring, capacity and the role of ADEPT
We are celebrating ADEPT's 140th anniversary year by showcasing the voices of past and present ADEPT Presidents, reflecting on the evolution of place leadership and exploring the challenges, innovations and aspirations shaping the future of the…
ADEPT responds to Andy Burnham’s vision for a place-first approach to growth
The Association of Directors of Environment, Economy, Planning & Transport (ADEPT) has welcomed the vision set out by new Prime Minister Andy Burnham to put place first and put power into the hands of the people who know their areas best.In his…
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