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
11 May 2026
Join Holyrood's Editors and a number of leading politicians and polsters online for an in-depth post-election webinar to digest the Scottish Election 2026 results.
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3 Jun 2026
Enjoy an evening of informal networking with Scotland’s new and returning MSPs and the organisations driving our economy, hosted by Holyrood magazine editor Mandy Rhodes.
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Free to Attend
18 Jun 2026
Holyrood Connect’s annual Digital Transformation event for the Scottish public sector is returning to Edinburgh for another year on 18 June 2026. This conference will be a premier opportunity for delegates to reflect on where Scotland’s public sector is on its transformation journey.
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From £325+VAT
24 Jun 2026
The new session has arrived. Whatever the result of the election, Holyrood will look radically different come May. With one third of MSPs standing down, and new parties making a noticeable impact, this will truly be a new look Parliament....
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7 Jul 2026
Holyrood is hosting the second annual Showcasing Scotland Summer Reception and MP Awards where we will celebrate some of the achievements of individual Scottish MPs from the past year.
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17 Sep 2026
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!
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22 Sep 2026
Join Scotland’s most senior public and third sector leaders for an interactive, forward-looking, conference to 're-imagine' how public services in Scotland can be delivered more effectively, sustainably and collaboratively now and into the future, grounded in the Scottish Government’s January 2025 Public Service Reform Strategy.
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Free to attend
6 Oct 2026
Holyrood Connect’s annual Cyber Security Northern Ireland conference will bring together Northern Ireland’s top cyber security experts and industry leaders for a full day to connect, share ideas and explore practical solutions to cyber challenges.
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Free to attend
7 Oct 2026
This conference in Dublin will explore how Ireland’s public and third sectors can respond to emerging cyber challenges and foster collaboration.
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20 Oct 2026
Holyrood’s Energy Summit returns post-election to discuss what’s next for Scotland’s energy sector. With Scotland’s renewable energy generation potential described as “one of our greatest environmental and economic opportunities” the new government will control billions in energy investment decisions at a critical juncture.
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10 Nov 2026
Six months on from the election, join us at Scottish Politics Explained to explore what has happened so far, and what is yet to come
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17 Nov 2026
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
9 Dec 2026
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
Free to attend
26 Jan 2027
Holyrood Connect’s annual Cyber Security Scotland conference will bring together Scotland’s top cyber security experts and industry leader for a full day to connect, exchange ideas and explore practical solutions to cyber challenges.
Upcoming
Free to attend
27 Jan 2027
Holyrood Connect’s third annual Cyber Security West conference will bring together cyber security experts and industry leaders in Glasgow to connect, share ideas and explore practical solutions to cyber challenges.
Holyrood Events By Category
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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.
