Downtown in Business is delighted to announce that AtkinsRéalis and Sellafield Sites Ltd will serve as headline sponsors for the upcoming Northern Power Towns Parliamentary Reception, taking place on Wednesday 22nd April 2026 in the heart of Westminster.
AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear organisation, delivering sustainable infrastructure, transportation, and energy solutions across the globe. With a strong presence in the UK, the company plays a key role in major projects that support regional growth, connectivity, and the transition to net zero.
Sellafield Ltd is responsible for the safe and secure decommissioning of the Sellafield nuclear site in Cumbria, one of the most complex and important environmental programmes in Europe. As a major employer and economic driver in the North West, Sellafield Ltd is central to skills development, innovation, and long-term investment in the region.
This high-profile event will bring together civic leaders, business influencers, investors, and parliamentarians to champion the economic potential of Cheshire, Lancashire, and Cumbria, placing the spotlight firmly on the vital role that towns across the North of England play in driving growth and innovation.
The Northern Power Towns Parliamentary Reception will celebrate the ambition, resilience, and opportunity within these communities, highlighting the regeneration, enterprise, and investment prospects that are shaping their future. It will also provide a key platform to advance the conversation around devolution, inward investment, and effective collaboration between the public and private sectors.
With the support of AtkinsRéalis and Sellafield Ltd, both organisations recognised for their commitment to regional development, sustainability, and long-term economic growth, the event is set to amplify the Northern Power Towns agenda on a national stage.
Hosted by Downtown in Business in partnership with key regional stakeholders, the reception will convene more than 150 senior figures from across politics, business, and the media, fostering meaningful dialogue and new opportunities for collaboration.
Frank McKenna, Chief Executive of Downtown in Business, commented:
“We are thrilled to welcome AtkinsRéalis and Sellafield Ltd as headline sponsors for this important event. Their investment and leadership in the North of England aligns perfectly with the ambitions of the Northern Power Towns initiative. This reception will showcase the huge potential of our towns and ensure their voices are heard at the highest levels of government.”
