SDinGov 2026

Schedule

Wed, 23 Sep, 2026 at 08:30 am to Fri, 25 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

John McIntyre Conference Centre, The University of Edinburgh | Edinburgh, SC

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The original international community event for anyone involved in designing, delivering and commissioning public services.
About this Event

πŸ“… Date: September 23 - 25, 2026
πŸ“ Location: John McIntyre Conference Centre, Edinburgh

Returning for its 13th year, is back for a 3-day conference:

We welcome participants who either manage, design or develop central and local government services, health and education services, emergency sector services, civic technologies and others including Government employees, consultants and design agencies.



What to Expect

Our curated event experience includes a mixture of inspiring keynotes, engaging live sessions, interactive group sessions, speaker Q&A - plus an all-important hallway track where you can meet and share experiences with fellow practitioners.

🀝 Inclusivity and safety

We are committed to fostering a safe and inclusive space for all participants. Please adhere to our Code of Conduct to help us create a welcoming environment for everyone.

🎟️ Limited tickets

We sell tickets in limited batches, and they are available until they sell out or until the end date shown. Don't miss out; secure your spot now!

🌐 Stay updated

For the latest updates, visit our website, and join our mailing list. Be the first to hear about speaker announcements, event updates, and exclusive promotional discounts



About SDinGov

SDinGov, organised by Software Acumen, who specialise in running great events, not big ones. We're focused on improving the participant experience. With a strong track record of creating practical, community-centred events, we aim to raise the bar in the tech events sector, even in a virtual environment.


Take advantage of this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow in the world of government services, civic technologies, and more. Get your ticket today and be part of SDinGov 2026!

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Where is it happening?

John McIntyre Conference Centre, The University of Edinburgh, Pollock Halls, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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