The Pledge Conference and Awards is an annual event dedicated to celebrating excellence in health and safety within the UK ceramics sector.
Celebrating 25 Years of Excellence in Workplace Health & Safety!
Join us for the 25th Anniversary of the Pledge Scheme!
This annual event brings together the UK ceramics industry to:
Learn from industry leaders and experts.
Recognise outstanding achievements with awards for companies and individuals who have made significant strides in workplace safety.
Network and connect with industry peers, sharing good practices and learnings to drive positive change.
The Pledge Conference is more than just an awards ceremony; it's a platform for inspiration, collaboration, and a shared commitment to creating safer workplaces in the UK ceramic sector.
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Thursday 9th October 2025
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Arrival: 08:30 AM for 09:00 AM start
Finish: 3:30 PM
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DoubleTree by Hilton, Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 5BQ
(what3words location: brain.harp.wage)
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Delegate Registrations
To attend the Pledge Conference, please complete our delegate booking form by clicking the link below.
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Conference Programme
Click below to view the 2025 Pledge Conference programme containing detailed information on sessions, times, and speakers.
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Speaker Bio's
Explore the expertise and insights of our speakers, who will share their knowledge, perspectives and inspire.
Entries Are Now Closed.
Ready to recognise your organisation or an individual's excellence in health and safety?
Explore the award categories and download the entry forms below to submit your entry and showcase significant strides made in workplace safety.
Deadline for entries: Now Closed.
Award Categories
SME Health and Safety Category Award
The SME Category Award recognises company initiatives of organisations with less than 250 employees, that drive health and safety improvement in the sector.
Company Health and Safety Category Award
The Company Category Award recognises company initiatives, large or small, that drive health and safety improvement in the sector.
Individual Recognition Award
The Individual Recognition Award celebrates the efforts made by individual team members. Individuals can be nominated in recognition of their commitment, enthusiasm, and efforts to improve health and safety performance at the company.
Emerging Talent in Health & Safety Award
The Emerging Talent in Health and Safety Award is to recognise an individual’s outstanding commitment and contribution to health and safety within the ceramics sector and is intended for individuals who are early in their health and safety career. It is a competitive award and the intention is to present one award ‘winner’.
Contractor Awards
The Contractor Award provides the opportunity to recognise contractors for their efforts on health and safety whilst working with members and on their sites.
Contractors may have worked with a company over a number of years or perhaps on a particular project, but what sets them apart is their effort and approach to health and safety.
Pledge Award of Excellence
Submissions for all Company and SME award categories will be automatically considered for the prestigious Pledge Award of Excellence.
As the highest accolade of the awards, the Pledge Awards of Excellence recognises a company demonstrating exceptional health and safety leadership and innovation, whether through a single project or a comprehensive range of initiatives. The quality and relevance of supporting information and evidence are crucial for consideration.
For further information, please contact: soniam@ceramics-uk.org or laurend@ceramics-uk.org
