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November 4, 2026 - November 5, 2026
Manchester, United Kingdom
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The UK’s HR event offering a rich program of seminars, workshops, and an exhibition; attracts HR leaders worldwide including U.S. delegates.
CIPD Annual Conference & Exhibition 2026
CIPD Annual Conference & Exhibition 2026 runs 4–5 November 2026 at Manchester Central Convention Complex, Manchester, United Kingdom.
The CIPD Annual Conference & Exhibition (CIPD ACE) is the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development's annual HR conference and exhibition, held at Manchester Central, and described by the organiser as 'the essential event for the global people profession'.
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