Economic Growth and Prosperity
Economic growth and prosperity
At WIG, collaborating to support economic growth and prosperity across the UK sits at the very centre of dialogue between the public, private and not-for-profit sector.
The ongoing cost-of-living crisis, productivity challenges, and rapidly evolving technological, geopolitical and societal context all demand collaboration to guarantee a prosperous United Kingdom. We create a trusted platform for senior officials, business leaders, academics, and not-for-profits to discuss and identify solutions around economic recovery and growth.
Exclusive events and content in the economic growth and prosperity theme focus on:
- UK-wide inclusive growth
- R&D, innovation, and regulation
- Skills and productivity
- Procurement and outsourcing
- Economic and financial outlooks
To drive the agenda, we gather feedback from across our membership and are supported by the economic growth and prosperity advisory council.
Upcoming events
Lunchtime Briefing with Kate Joseph, Director General, Economic Security and Trade Relations (ESTR), Department for Business and Trade
With Oriel Petry, Senior Vice President, Group Head of Public Affairs, Airbus UK

Procurement in Practice: Cross-Sector Perspectives
Join us for this cross-sector panel discussion featuring George Last, Director Strategy, Policy and Governance, Crown Commercial Service and Ed Humphreys, Director of Commercial Partnerships, Westminster City Council

The Role of Regulation in the Growth Mission with Gavin Lambert, Director General Competition, Markets and Regulatory Reform Group, DBT
A discussion around the role of regulators and regulation in the growth mission, alongside the scope for public-private sector collaboration around this agenda, and where the private sector can support

Breakfast Briefing with Fred Perry, Director, Industrial Strategy Unit, Department for Business and Trade
Join us for this Breakfast Briefing to explore how the UK’s Industrial Strategy will shape long-term economic growth, and the role cross-sector collaboration can play in addressing structural challenges and unlocking future opportunities.

Roundtable with Sally Randall, Director General for Environment, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
This roundtable focusing on balancing economic growth and environmental sustainability with the government's agenda is intended specifically for Directors of Government Affairs or equivalent ; attendance is by invitation.

Virtual Live Briefing with Eamonn Boyland, Interim CEO, Homes England
Join us for this Virtual Live Briefing discussing the future of affordable housing and the role of Homes England in addressing the UK's housing challenges.

Breakfast Briefing with Andrew Forzani, Government Chief Commercial Officer
Join us for this Breakfast Briefing to explore the state of public-private collaboration and the role of procurement in supporting the growth agenda.

CPO Roundtable with Fiona Ryland, Government Chief People Officer, Government People Group
This roundtable focusing on the role of the CPO in leading and supporting the C-suite to adapt effectively in a changing political landscape, is intended specifically for CPO roles that also are currently sitting as a Non-Executive and/or Trustee; attendance is by invitation.

Driving Efficiency through Digital Transformation with JP Marks, Permanent Secretary and Chief Executive, HM Revenue and Customs
An exclusive virtual briefing with new Permanent Secretary and Chief Executive, HMRC, JP Marks, where we’ll discuss the department's key priorities, aligning with the spending review and budgeting for the future, automation and efficiency.

Roundtable with Jonathan Brearley, Chief Executive, Ofgem
This roundtable discussing the role of Ofgem in boosting economic growth, is intended specifically for C-Suite or equivalent; attendance is by invitation.

Roundtable with Julia Kinniburgh, Director General, Skills Group, Department for Education
This roundtable focusing on the role of skills in boosting economic growth and productivity, is by invitation only.

On-demand reports and event recordings

Breakfast Briefing with Paul Nowak, General Secretary, TUC

Breakfast Briefing with David Williams, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence
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