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The future of public sector construction is evolving. With the Procurement Act 2023 now in full effect, growing demand for Modern Methods of Construction (MMC), and an accelerated drive toward net zero compliance, staying ahead is essential.

That’s why LHC is hosting its latest event: AGM & Modular Construction: A Turnkey Solution from Design to Handover. This is your opportunity to gain expert insights, develop practical strategies, and network with industry leaders ensuring you are equipped to deliver successful public sector procurement projects.

Speaker Insights

The Procurement Act - PA2023

Dr Rebecca Rees - Partner & Head of Public Procurement, Trowers & Hamlins

Rebecca is a partner and Head of Public Procurement. She is a leading national expert in public procurement law, consistently ranked as among the world's leading government contracts lawyers.  

Rebecca has significant experience in advising clients in the public, private and third sectors on Public Procurement, subsidy control, projects, construction and building safety strategy issues. She advises clients on procurement strategy and structures, including how to conduct flexible and compliant procurement procedures, and compiles objective and transparent evaluation models and guidance. Rebecca also provides advice about price evaluation and has recently received her PhD in public procurement law on this topic.

With particular interests in value-led procurement, social value and building safety, Rebecca is part of the Industry Action Coalition on Building Safety, convened by Dame Judith Hackitt, and sits on MHCLG's Procurement Advisory Group for Building Safety.  She is also a member of the Social Value in Housing Taskforce, led by HACT, which focuses on the further development of robust measurement and management of social value outcomes. Additionally, she is a long-standing member of the Executive Committee of the Procurement Lawyer's Association. She is also a member of the Public Procurement Research Group at the University of Nottingham.

Rebecca is named as a 'Leader in the Field for Public Procurement (UK-wide)' by the Chambers and Partners' Guide to the Legal Profession 2024. She is also ranked in the "Who's Who Legal Guide to Government Contracts 2025".

A Turnkey Solution from Design to Handover. Insights on how technology is advancing Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) production and supporting net-zero targets.

Martin Harvey- Head of Design and Technical Services, McAvoy Group

McAvoy Group is a leader in temporary and permanent modular buildings across the UK and Ireland.

Martin Harvey has extensive experience in managing both in-house and external design teams at McAvoy. With a proven track record of delivering complex, high-profile projects across multiple sectors, Martin’s expertise spans the entire project life cycle, from concept design through to offsite manufacture and delivery - ensuring all designs align with client requirements and regulatory standards. He is at the forefront of developing McAvoy’s platform-based building solutions, combining the efficiencies of offsite manufacturing with the flexibility to meet diverse client needs.

Constructing Excellence - The Gold Standard

Paul Dawson - Group Technical Manager, LHC Procurement Group

With over 40 years in the built environment sector, Paul has worked on projects ranging from national museums to residential units and even battleships. His expertise spans technical compliance, construction project management, and renewable energy installations.

He is a passionate advocate for industry standards. Paul will explain why the Gold Standard Verification Scheme, endorsed by the UK government, is so valuable for public sector clients.

Why Should You Attend?

• Understand the Procurement Act 2023 and its implications for your organisation.
• Learn how Modern Methods of Construction can deliver faster, greener, and more efficient projects.
• Discover how the Gold Standard Verification ensures quality and value in procurement.
• Connect with peers and industry leaders shaping the future of public sector construction.
• Enjoy a free lunch amongst industry leaders.

Join our free event and be part of the transformation of public sector buildings. To learn more and register for this great event, click here.