Conference
The London Conference 2016
Programme
Agenda
Registration
Welcome and introduction to the day
With an election and referendum, this has been a momentous year for London. In this quickfire presentation, Robert Gordon Clark looks back at what’s happened to London and tries to make sense of the events of 2016.
From a ‘renationalised’ British capital to a European enclave, there are a number of possible scenarios for the city’s future post-Brexit. But how will leaving the EU affect London’s identity and society, and what will it mean for London’s economy, government and public services? A presentation by Charlie Leadbeater, followed by a response from Justine Simons, and a panel discussion.
As two of the world’s leading global cities and economic powerhouses, London and New York have a lot in common. What can these two global cities learn from each other, in terms of planning, regeneration and skills? A presentation by Adam Challis, followed by a conversation between Jules Pipe and Alicia Glen.
Coffee Break
London government and business leaders argue that London needs more self determination if it is to rise to the challenges of growth and Brexit. But what powers does London need, what would they mean for the rest of the UK, and will the government grant them? Gavin Barwell in conversation with Tony Travers.
It is widely said that the vote against the EU was partly a vote against London. What practical steps should we take to address the huge disparities between London and the rest of the nation, and how will Brexit affect this? A panel discussion.
What roles do, and can, cities play in addressing the global crises we face? What should London’s role be on the international stage? A presentation by Benjamin Barber.
Lunch
London has a prestigious history as an international centre for design, fashion and the creative industries. With the imminent opening of the new Design Museum, what next for design in the capital?
London futures: what will new technologies mean for the city?
London has long been a city of early adopters and tech pioneers. What will new technologies and trends – automation, the internet of things, block chain – mean for our economy and society? How can we prepare for the impact of blockchain, automation, and other disruptive technologies? A panel discussion.
Ideas above our station: transport infrastructure and London's growth
With a shortage of homes, schools and funding in the capital, we need fresh thinking about what our rail hubs can offer the city. How can we intensify development, and integrate infrastructure and land use planning to create new models of housing, and mixed-use ecosystems at, and around, stations? A panel discussion.
Coffee Break
In a fast urbanising world, cities are taking on an ever more important role in global affairs. What role can cities play in meeting international development and humanitarian challenges? How should Europe’s cities be responding to the refugee crisis and managing integration?
With migration at the top of the political agenda and a new mayoral office for integration, how integrated is London and what more can we do to promote a cohesive city? This session will explore practical success stories from London communities, as well as looking at the challenges ahead. A presentation by Bekele Woyecha, followed by a panel discussion.
Quick-fire presentations on new ideas to solve challenges around migration, planning, housing, transport and more. Vote for your favourite.
Reflections on the day by Ben Rogers.