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Discover the history of Devonshire House and understand how it was formed by senior Personnel Directors in an age of great industrial relations turmoil. Read about the first weekend event when more than 30 senior managers gathered at the Royal Albion in Brighton and amongst them were names that were to become well known in the field of personnel management, such as Geoffrey Gilbertson, Peter Linklater and many other senior executives. The organisers were able to persuade the Rt Hon Ray Gunter MP, the then Minister of Labour, to come down on the Saturday evening. He chose as his subject 'The Government and Industry - some problems in the future of British industrial relations'.
This first weekend in 1967 became the cornerstone of Devonshire House. A winning formula was discovered. From this weekend onwards experienced speakers were invited to come and talk - including Sir George Pollock, Lord Carron, Sir John Cassell, and Sir Geoffrey Howe. In the early days, particular attention was paid to the subject of industrial relations. This was considered necessary and was of course a reflection of the times.
To find out more simply click on the pdf below. The story reveals how Devonshire House has always adapted to opportunities and needs, and will continue to do so. Today Devonshire House continues to flourish. And that, of course, is because its members continue to believe that it offers something of great value, even now, over 40 years on from its origins.
Click here to download a PDF of the History of Devonshire House in PDF format
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