The keynote speech in its entirety is attached below and is entitled Planning the Journey to 2030, which focused on how during such a period of political uncertainty educational leaders can plan a decade in advance in such an unstable climate?

Key points that Andrew makes to the delegates are: 

• Planning and nurturing - our pupils, staff and communities
• Reflect on the Consortium journey - the benefits and pitfalls of academisation
• Plan ahead - consider the 'what ifs' to responds strongly when needed
• Don't put your head in the sand - the dangers of being an ostrich and the benefits of connections and friendships.
• Explore the options - what is available, and what is the right choice for us?
• Top tips - shared with experience and reflection

Click below to read in his speech in its entirety