Expression of interest

Help shape the future of public sector innovation across the Belfast City Region

This is a chance to play a leading role in a major new regional programme, work on challenges that matter locally, and strengthen your ability to drive innovation in practice.

Session dates:

9 September 2026- all day, in person at Belfast City Hall
16 September 2026 - half day, virtual
23 September 2026- half day, virtual
30 September 2026- half day, virtual
7 October 2026- half day, virtual
19 October 2026- all day, in person at Belfast City Hall

Please use this form to register interest in the Readiness Module for Contracts for Innovation. Registration for EOI will close on 21 August 2026.

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Please share the name and role of a senior sponsor from your council who will be supporting you on developing the challenge. This could be a department director or Chief Executive. We would encourage you to speak to them about CfI and the Readiness module. (Not applicable if you are a head of service or above.)

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Please provide the name and email address of a senior digital/ IT /data rep in your council.

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