Event Programme
We're excited to present the detailed Pledge Conference & Awards programme below. Prepare for insightful sessions, inspiring speakers, and the recognition of outstanding achievements.
Morning
08.30
REGISTRATION & REFRESHMENTS
09.00
WELCOME
Hannah Ault, Ceramics UK President
Ceramics UK President, Hannah, will open the conference with a warm welcome, followed by an overview of the day's agenda. Hannah will highlight the 25th anniversary of our Pledge Scheme, looking at its past achievements, current impact, and future direction.
09.10
25 YEARS OF PLEDGE: HOW IT ALL BEGAN
Join us for a journey back to the beginning of the Pledge Scheme. This section will delve into its inception, and the driving forces behind its creation, offering insightful reflections on its initial impact and evolution over the past 25 years.
Francis Morrall, Former British Ceramic Confederation Deputy CEO & Former Chair of the Pledge Board
09.25
REFLECTIONS ON PLEDGE & HSE PRIORITIES
Michael Bone, Director of Inspections, Health & Safety Executive
Session overview coming soon.
10.00
HEALTH & SAFETY LEADERSHIP AND PSYCHOLOGICAL SAFETY
Elizabeth Hyde, Director of Hesper GRC
Session overview coming soon.
10.45
MORNING BREAK & REFRESHMENTS
11.15
REFLECTING ON THE PAST, SHAPING THE FUTURE: 25 YEARS OF HEALTH & SAFETY
Paul Verrico, Partner and Global Head of Environment, Health & Safety Group
Phil Crosbie, Partner at Eversheds Sutherland
Session overview coming soon.
Afternoon
12.15
THE HEALTH & SAFETY PLEDGE: A COMMITMENT IN ACTION
Various
Session overview coming soon.
12.30
AWARDS CEREMONY PART 1
Individual Recognition Awards & Emerging Talent Award
LUNCH & NETWORKING
14.05
CHANGING THE WAY LEADERS, MANAGERS AND THEIR ORGANISATIONS THINK, FEEL & ACT WITH REGARD TO SAFETY, HEALTH AND WELLBEING
Darren Sutton, Performance Psychologist
Session overview coming soon.
13.00
15.00
AWARDS CEREMONY PART 2
Company & SME Health & Safety Awards, Contractor Awards & Award of Excellence
CLOSING REMARKS
15.30
