Understanding ModernGov Our Speakers

placeholder

Michael Evans - Former Private Secretary to Chief Scientific Advisor to HM Government

Michael Evans is a partner at business communications consultancy The Madano Partnership. Prior to joining Madano, Michael spent his career working for the UK Government on science, environmental and energy policy. Most recently he was Private Secretary to the Government's Chief Scientific Adviser, Sir David King and John Beddington. During his five years working with Sir David, Michael provided presentational advice on a range of major issues, from avian flu and foot and mouth to climate change and energy policy. He was also involved in the UK'S G8 Presidency in 2005 and has represented the UK at official level at G8 Science and Technology Meetings. Michael worked on the 2003 and 2007 Energy White Papers as well as the 2006 UK Energy Review. He was also involved in the formation of the Energy Technologies Institute, the £1 billion public-private partnership aimed at increasing energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. He continues to advise the Energy Research Partnership.

 
Book a place

alternatively call 0800 542 9440
or email enquiries@moderngov.com

Forthcoming Events

  • Follow the path of a Pound through the system, from the Budget Speech to delivery agencies, on this insightful course chaired by Carl Emmerson from the Institute of Fiscal Studies and a featuring a line-up of high profile speakersRead more

Accessing European Funding29 September 2010
  • A comprehensive guide to available EU funding sources, which equips delegates with practical tools on how to maximise the funding available to them;as well as insights on best practice. Read more

  • Look at the dramatic changes to the commissioning process in the NHS through the expert guidance of Judy Oliver and Anne Matthews. Read more

  • With an increasing demand from government for innovation to deal with the difficult tasks which lie ahead, this practical course will provide the tools and techniques to make you think about policy differently. Read more

  • An essential one-day training course, covering all aspects of Equal Pay, from legislation to best practice to emerging changes in the agenda, bringing together top experts and consultants to provide an authoritative guide. Read more