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

Francis Morrall, Chair of the Pledge Board

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.


09.20

BUILDING ON 25 YEARS: HSE & CERAMICS SECTOR PRIORITIES FOR PLEDGE

Michael Bone, Head of Operations at HSE

Session overview coming soon.


09.50

HEALTH & SAFETY LEADERSHIP AND PSYCHOLOGICAL SAFETY

Elizabeth Hyde, Director of Hesper GRC

Session overview coming soon.


10.30

MORNING BREAK & REFRESHMENTS


11.00

KEYNOTE SESSION

Paul Verrico, Partner and Head of Global at Eversheds Sutherland

Phil Crosbie, Partner at Eversheds Sutherland

Session overview coming soon.


Afternoon


12.00

SESSION TITLE - Details coming soon

Session Speaker - Coming Soon

Session overview coming soon.

12.30

AWARDS CEREMONY PART 1


LUNCH BREAK & NETWORKING

13.00


14.05

DRIVING BEHAVIOURAL SAFETY IN CERAMICS

Darren Sutton, Performance Psychologist

Session overview coming soon.

15.00

AWARDS CEREMONY PART 2


CLOSING REMARKS

15.30


Celebrating excellence in health and safety within the UK ceramics sector.