Ireland’s public service transformation programme is entering another major phase, with Public Service Transformation Week 2026 set to bring together organisations working to improve services for citizens, communities and businesses. The gov.ie publication also outlines the main themes and resources from recent Better Public Services events.
Organised by the Department of Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation, the programme highlights how innovation, digital tools, evidence and collaboration are reshaping the delivery of government services.
Public Service Transformation Week 2026
Public Service Transformation Week 2026 will take place from 9 to 13 November 2026 under the theme “Stronger Together: Delivering the Public Services of the Future.”
More than 70 events are planned, alongside fringe events running from 2 to 27 November. The programme is designed for public service bodies and anyone interested in improving how public services are planned and delivered.
Key areas include:
- Digital transformation and emerging technology
- Service design and user experience
- Organisational change and workforce development
- Innovation across government bodies
- Evidence-informed policymaking
The full schedule, event information and registration links will be available through gov.ie/TransformationWeek2026.
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What recent transformation events covered
Public Service Transformation Week 2025
The 2025 theme was “Transformation at Scale”, with more than 60 events showcasing projects across Ireland. Topics included plain-language content governance, climate collaboration, disability rights, digital systems, education technology and innovation within the Health Service Executive (HSE).
Featured projects included the HSE Health App, school application systems, artificial intelligence guidance for schools, solar panel deployment on school buildings and a Courts Service and Department of Justice hackathon.
Better Public Services conferences in 2024
The 2024 conference series examined three central priorities: building the workforce of the future, delivering digital innovation at scale, and developing evidence-informed policies and services.
The workforce conference addressed inclusion, future skills, apprenticeships and the role of the Irish language in public service workplaces. The digital event explored digital inclusion, artificial intelligence, design-led services and the Life Events programme. The evidence-focused conference considered how data, research and collaboration can strengthen policy outcomes and public trust.
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Why the programme matters
The events reflect a broad government effort to create public services that are more accessible, human-centred and responsive. Organisations such as the HSE, the Department of Education and Youth, the Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration, and the Courts Service are among those contributing examples.
The wider public sector includes bodies such as Revenue Commissioners, An Garda Síochána, the National Transport Authority, Tusla, the Central Bank, CSO and the Workplace Relations Commission. Cross-agency cooperation can help reduce duplication, improve digital access and make services easier to use.
Conclusion
Public Service Transformation Week 2026 will provide a valuable forum for sharing practical ideas about Ireland’s public services. From artificial intelligence and service design to workforce planning and evidence-based policymaking, the central message is clear: better outcomes depend on public bodies working together. For the latest programme details, gov.ie remains the authoritative source.
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