Thursday 11th September 2025
Hotel Voco, Manchester
DIB UK Planning, Property & Regeneration Conference 2025
DIB will host its latest annual property, planning, and regeneration conference in September 2025.
Focussing on the priority issues in the industry, including the levelling-up agenda, net zero, planning laws, housing development, high streets, infrastructure, and partnerships, the event has a range of eminent speakers from the private and public sectors.
Tickets
If you are interested in attending the Talking ‘Bout Regeneration conference 2025 contact beth.mckenna@downtowninbusiness.com for further information, fill in the form below or call 0844 755 0127.
Agenda
Hear directly from public sector leaders from across the country on their vision for growth, investment, and regeneration in their respective regions.
Post-Pandemic, our high streets have been struggling with the loss of retail stores, less demand in some places for commercial space, and a hospitality sector in crisis. What can be done to re-imagine high streets and unlock fresh opportunities for growth?
Addressing the talent pipeline, upskilling and making construction a more attractive proposition for the next generation.
How do we reach the government target of delivering 1.5m new homes.
Insights into the booming Build-to-Rent sector and what’s next for investors and developers.
How sustainable development can drive profitability and social impact.
The stretch from the Mersey to the Pennines – is already home to two investment zones, 5.4 million people, and creates an annual GVA of £150bn and £23.5bn in exports. This session will explore the transformative economic corridor reshaping industries, trade, and regional connectivity.
The role of sports infrastructure in urban transformation and economic growth.
Sponsors
Speakers
Jo Phillips
Award winning journalist & former press secretary for Paddy Ashdown
Kenny Bruce MBE
Co-founder, Purple Bricks
Tracy Brabin
Mayor of West Yorkshire
Phil Mayall
Managing Director, Muse
Tom Riordan
Chief Executive, Leeds City Council
Pam Smith
Chief Executive, Newcastle City Council
Joanne Roney
Chief Executive, Manchester City Council
Tim Johnson
Chief Executive, City of Wolverhampton Council
Jessica Bowles
Director of Strategic Partnerships and Impact, Bruntwood SciTech
Paul Dennett
Mayor of Salford
Philip Nell
Director of Property & Investment, Birmingham City Council
Nuala Gallagher
Corporate Director City Development, Liverpool City Council
Mel WIlson
Director, Deloitte
