
Sub Plenary
14:00–15:00
Economy: The Current Landscape and the Impact on Our Place
West Room
As local government navigates a rapidly shifting policy landscape, this dynamic session explores how devolution and place-based regeneration can genuinely drive UK productivity. Moving beyond a one-size-fits-all approach, our expert speakers will unpack how housing and infrastructure act as vital engine rooms for local economies, community cohesion, and everyday prosperity.
Join us for an interactive, fireside-style discussion that challenges conventional conservatism. We will ask hard questions about what "radical rewiring" of the state really looks like—from breaking down historic silos between local services to unlocking integrated delivery pipelines. Come prepared to share insights, challenge assumptions, and explore how collaborative leadership can transform local ambitions into reality.

