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Welcome to ADEPT

ADEPT is the voice of local authority place directors and their teams. Our members manage vital local services - from highways, waste, recycling and planning - while also preparing for the challenges and opportunities of the future. ADEPT is a membership based, voluntary organisation with members across England. 

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  • ADEPT welcomes opening of the Structures Fund

    James Bailey, Chair of ADEPT's Engineering Board said: "We welcome the opening of the government’s new Structures Fund - ADEPT’s National Bridges Group has worked closely with DfT since the fund was first announced to help shape something fit for…

  • ADEPT's response to new government pothole announcement

    David Shepherd, Chair of the Association of Directors of Environment, Economy, Planning & Transport (ADEPT)’s Transport & Connectivity Board said: "We welcome the government's commitment to accountability and to ensuring investment in local…

  • President update 1st April - latest news from ADEPT

    Hello everyone, Before we head into the Easter break, I wanted to share a few updates. I enjoyed attending Interchange 2026 in Manchester and being a member of National Highways’ panel discussion about what the future holds for England’s…

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