On 3 July, we hosted our 6th Annual Northern WARP Conference in Manchester, and it was our best one yet!

We are absolutely delighted to share that iNetwork has been named Winner of the Public Sector Organisation of the Year award at the prestigious 2026 British Data Awards.

At iNetwork, our mission is to connect people, ideas and organisations, through our events, communities of practice, networks and learning opportunities across the public sector. We create safe spaces where professionals can share knowledge, explore innovation and learn from one another.

Since launching earlier this year, the iNetwork IT Service Management Network has provided a dedicated space for public sector professionals to come together, share their experience and to discuss practical challenges and opportunities involved in delivering effective IT services.

The pace of change across the public sector has never been greater. From digital transformation and artificial intelligence to innovation in adult social care and place-based reform, organisations are under increasing pressure to deliver better outcomes, improve services and make every investment count.

We are thrilled to announce the newest additions to the iNetwork and iStandUK teams. Joining us for their placement year: Harsh Rudhun, Partnership Support and Comms Officer and Jay Prajapati, Partnership Support and Comms Officer, both bring fresh energy, knowledge and enthusiasm to the team.

As Artifical Intelligence (AI) continues to reshape how people find and use information, many organisations are asking what an “AI-ready” website really looks like.

As we progress through the 2026-27 financial year, the landscape across local government, health and the wider public sector continues to evolve rapidly.

The countdown to the 06th Annual Northern WARP Conference 2026 is officially on. As we prepare to gather at the Kings House Conference Centre in Manchester and across our online platform, we are thrilled to pull back the curtain on the heart of this year’s event.