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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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ADEPT - Strategic Plan 2026-2029
ADEPT's Strategic Plan 2026-29 - Making better places for people - was launched in May 2026 and sets out our priorities and ambitions for the next three years. Building on the previous Strategic Plan, it celebrates some of our key achievements and…
New ADEPT President Katie Stewart outlines her priorities for the year ahead – the Place Director of the Future
The Place Director of the FutureKatie Stewart, Executive Director for Environment at the City of London Corporation, has taken over the role of ADEPT President for the forthcoming year.In her inaugural address at the ADEPT Spring Conference and…
ADEPT Spring Conference and President’s Awards winners 2026 – leading local places through change
The Association of Directors of Environment, Economy, Planning & Transport (ADEPT) has celebrated the achievements of local authorities, partners and individuals from across the country at its 2026 Spring Conference and President’s Awards.Held…
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