Holyrood Connect is Scotland’s leading public sector technology conference provider. Our events explore a range of topics, including Scotland’s digital transformation, cloud, digital health, and cyber security.
Holyrood Events Upcoming
Upcoming
18 Sep 2025
The Holyrood Garden Party and Political Awards is the unmissable fixture in the Scottish political calendar for politicians, their staff, political journalists, the business community, and the public affairs sector, and is a fun opportunity to remind ourselves that cross-party relations aren’t always that cross!
Upcoming
30 Sep 2025
Taking place in Dublin, this in-person conference will explore how Ireland’s public and third sectors can respond to emerging cyber challenges and foster collaboration.
Upcoming
21 Oct 2025
Scotland’s dermatology services are at a tipping point - only 68.9% of cancer patients treated within 62 days and a growing backlog. With proven, evidence-backed and regulated technologies already delivering impact in real-world skin cancer pathways, the issue isn’t whether the tools are ready - it’s the delay in adopting them. We’ll share impact and learnings from the use of DERM, AI as a medical device by Skin Analytics, across the NHS and how Scotland can use AI to move its dermatology services from scarcity to abundance.
Upcoming
5 Nov 2025
Holyrood’s ‘Transforming Scotland's Health’ summit will bring together Scotland’s leading health voices from the public and private sectors to share innovation, make connections and explore the practical steps that can be taken to inspire change and turn the tide.
Upcoming
Reduced Rate
18 Nov 2025
1 January 2025 marked the 20th anniversary of the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 (FOISA) coming into force. Join us for our annual flagship FOI event, where we'll bring together leading FOI voices, reflect on the impact that FOI has had, discuss the latest developments and where it can go next.
Upcoming
3 Dec 2025
Holyrood is delighted to play a part in recognising and rewarding best practice, teamwork, innovation, and clear leadership across Scotland’s diverse public services.
Upcoming
From £195+VAT
13 Jan 2026
The countdown to the 2026 Scottish Parliament election is now on. Join us to learn for this training session to learn who holds political influence, how to engage with them appropriately during the election period, and how to make sure your priorities are reflected in party manifestos.
Upcoming
14 Jan 2026
With the 2026 election on the horizon, energy policy is fast becoming one of the defining issues of the national conversation. Join us at our inaugural Energy Summit where we kickstart the year by bringing together public sector leaders, community stakeholders, and elected representatives for a half-day of discussion, policy challenge, and practical insight. This is a vital opportunity for direct engagement with the leaders shaping Scotland's next energy chapter.
Upcoming
Free to attend
3 Feb 2026
Scotland’s public sector continues to face increasingly complex cyber threats. Ensuring we remain resilient and secure is essential to protecting public services and our citizens’ data. Holyrood Connect’s Public Sector Cyber Security Scotland 2026 brings together cyber security experts and industry leaders to explore practical solutions to current and future challenges. Attendees will also have the opportunity to enjoy an exhibition area and connect with peers during dedicated networking sessions.
Upcoming
Free to attend
4 Feb 2026
Holyrood Connect’s cyber security event is making its debut in Glasgow on 5 February 2025.
This event is an opportunity to exchange ideas, explore strategies, and network with other public and third sector professionals in person to develop your organisation’s cyber security.
Upcoming
Free to Attend
10 Feb 2026
Scotland’s leading Digital Health and Care Conference returns to Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh, bigger and better, on the 10th and 11th February 2026, for it's 17th consecutive year. Across two days, Scotland's top political voices, health leaders and senior representatives from across the public and third sectors will come together to explore the journey from ambition to impact by collaborating and discussing the key challenges and opportunities facing the health and care sector through a packed agenda of panel sessions, masterclasses and keynote addresses. We'll also have a lively exhibition area.
Upcoming
Free to attend
18 Feb 2026
Holyrood Connect’s annual Public Sector Cyber Security Northern Ireland event will return Belfast for another year on 18 February 2026.
Holyrood Events By Category
Holyrood Connect
Climate Series
Supported by an experienced steering group of experts, our Climate events explore best practice and practical insights on how Scotland’s public sector can reach its
decarbonisation targets.
Health & Social Care Series
Informed by the input of a dedicated advisory board of public health thought leaders, our Health & Social Care events share innovation, make connections, and explore the practical steps that can be taken to improve our devolved health system.
Policy Series
Learn from experts about the Scottish political systems, and network with colleagues who are also seeking to engage with elected representatives and influence policy.
Political Engagement & Networking
Holyrood hosts a number of receptions, roundtables, party conference fringe events, and awards ceremonies throughout the year including the annual Garden Party & Political Awards.
Past Events
For over 25 years, Holyrood magazine and its associated events have been the go-to platforms for insight and informed debate about the political and policy landscape in Scotland.
