NI Chamber Future Workforce Summit 2026

The Future Workforce Summit 2026 takes place on Thursday, 15 October 2026 from 9am to 2pm at Clandeboye Lodge Hotel in Bangor, Co. Down.

What to expect

The summit is run by the Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry and brings together employers, policymakers and educators to look at labour shortages, skills gaps and the changing workplace in Northern Ireland, focusing on employer-driven responses rather than policy alone. Two ticket options are available: free admission or a £72 rate. Delegates can cancel a booking at any time by emailing the organiser or following the instructions in their confirmation email. The Chamber’s head office is at 40 Linenhall Street, Belfast, and its events team can be reached on 028 9024 4113 for questions about the programme or booking before the day. As a Chamber of Commerce event, the summit is aimed primarily at employers and HR and workforce-planning professionals rather than the general public, though the organiser’s listing does not state any restriction on who may book a place. Chamber membership is not stated as a requirement to attend either, so non-members considering the free ticket should check with the events team if in doubt.

Getting there

Clandeboye Lodge Hotel is at 10 Estate Road, Bangor, Co. Down, BT19 1UR.

While you’re in Bangor

Bangor’s Marina, with 560 berths, is the largest in Northern Ireland, a short drive from the hotel. See more on the Bangor page, or browse what else is on in Down.

Good to know

• Date and time: Thursday, 15 October 2026, 9am to 2pm.
• Venue and address: Clandeboye Lodge Hotel, 10 Estate Road, Bangor, Co. Down, BT19 1UR.
• Price: Free, or £72 per delegate ticket.
• Booking: Book through the NI Chamber events page; contact events@northernirelandchamber.com for help.
• Details from the NI Chamber of Commerce Future Workforce Summit listing, checked 14 September 2026.