

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: MVA & Medway VCSEF Leaders Network 'Time to Talk' on Local Plans
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 20 Jan, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Tue, 20 Jan, 2026 at 05:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Come along to this free sector event to learn more about how important local plans, that are set to impact on the sector are progressing.About this EventJoin us as we explore what Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) means for the sector and hear updates on The Medway Heritage Place inititative, and Medway Council's Medway Marmot Places (MMP) Project.As part of our ongoing commitment to supporting you and keeping the sector up-to-date, this is an opportunity to ‘check-in’ on these critical plans, how they will affect you, your organisation or group, and the people you support.We encourage everyone working in or with Medway's VCSEF sector to join us. The event is an excellent opportunity for all to stay informed, ask questions, and engage on important issues set to shape our communities in the near future.Hear from our three guest speakers:Medway Marmot Places Project Update - Scott Elliott - Head of Health &amp; Wellbeing at Medway CouncilDiscover the latest developments, successes, and future aspirations of the Medway Marmot Places Project, including how you can get involved.Delving into Local Government Re-organisation Plans:Cllr Vince Maple - Leader of Medway CouncilCouncillor Vince Maple will join us and share an update on how local plans for LGR are progressing. Understanding these plans are vital, as proposed changes will affect you and local communities.Find out More About The Medway Heritage Place InitiativeImogen Robertson is the Strategic Programmes Manager at Medway Council, and oversees the "Medway Heritage Place" initiative, a ten-year partnership with the National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF). This initiative involves significant investment to support local heritage projects and regeneration in Medway.This event is designed to equip you with the knowledge to understand proposed upcoming changes and how they might impact your organisation and the wider community, and to ask questions from those involved in rolling the plans out.In addition, you'll have the opportunity to meet members of Medway's Transformation Alumni, and hear about how being part of the leaders network has benefited them, and from our 2025 Realising Your Potential Leaders that are set to shape the future of the VCSEF in Medway.An agenda and more details on our guest speakers will be announced very soon! So book your free space now to make sure you don't miss out as numbers are limited.If you have any questions please contact a member of the events team on email at vcsleaders@mva.org.uk.Please note this event has been made possible with generous support from our hosts at Gillingham Fooball Club.Agenda?: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PMArrival &amp; Time to Talk Registration?: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PMLight Lunch &amp; Networking for Time to Talk Event?: 01:00 PM - 01:10 PMWelcome from our host Toby Waters Director of Community Engagement at GFC?: 01:10 PM - 01:20 PMWelcome &amp; Event Opening with the Network's Chair - Eithne Rynne?: 01:20 PM - 01:50 PMMedway Marmot Places Update - Scott Elliott - Head of Health &amp; Wellbeing?: 01:50 PM - 02:10 PMTime for Q &amp; A with Scott?: 02:10 PM - 02:25 PMComfort Break?: 02:25 PM - 03:00 PMLocal Government Reorganisation Plans: Vince Maple - Leader of Medway Council?: 03:00 PM - 03:20 PMTime for Q &amp; A with Vince?: 03:20 PM - 03:45 PMThe Medway Heritage Places Funding Project - Imogen Robertson (Incl  Q &amp; A)?: 03:45 PM - 04:10 PMMeet the Transformation Alumni &amp; Realising Your Potential Leaders (Incl Q &amp; A)?: 04:10 PM - 04:25 PMBenefits of Being a Network Member - Hear from the Networks Steering Group?: 04:25 PM - 04:45 PMTime for Q &amp; A with the VCSEF Leaders Network Steering Group?: 04:45 PM - 05:00 PMNext Steps for the Network, Reflection and Event Close - Eithne Rynne
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- **Event Categories**: health-wellness
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## Event venue details

- **city**: Gillingham
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Priestfield Stadium
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- **full address**: Priestfield Stadium, Redfern Avenue, Gillingham, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Tue, 20 Jan, 2026 at 12:00 pm
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  - **A:** Priestfield Stadium, Redfern Avenue, Gillingham, United Kingdom
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- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Medway Voluntary Action
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** health-wellness
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about MVA & Medway VCSEF Leaders Network 'Time to Talk' on Local Plans ?
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