On the 23rd January, prominent business and public-sector leaders will come together at the Manchester Development Plans Conference – one of the City’s largest business events of the year within the property and construction industry.

The event will see some of the region’s biggest names in business lead a regional discussion including presentations of ongoing or proposed development plans in the area and plans for the region’s future.Speakers include:

  • Catherine Dewar; Planning Director NW & NE at Historic England
  • Colin Shenton; Director at Shenton Group
  • Pete Gladwell; Head of Public Sector Partnerships at Legal & General Investment Management
  • Louise Wyman; Head of Strategy at Homes England

Robertson, one of the largest independently owned construction, infrastructure and support services companies in the UK, have been announced as the Conference Partner.

Clear Channel UK, on of the world’s leading Out of Home media owners with more than 40,000 sites nationwide, have been announced as the Programme Partner. You’ll find Clear Channel advertising panels from Inverness in Scotland to Truro in Cornwall and in every major urban area in-between. From continued investment in classic Adshel bus stops to leading the digital out of home revolution, we continually find new and interesting ways to help brands meet people throughout the UK. Clear Channel said: ”Our dedicated team of more than 650 people work in 14 locations nationwide to create and post stunning advertising, and cleaning and maintaining street furniture. As a responsible media owner we are committed to reducing our environmental impact and ensure we make a positive contribution to the communities we operate in. It’s our privilege to lead the way in showing how OOH can act as a force for good. We have long-term partnerships with advertisers, agencies, landlords and local authorities, helping advertisers reach people in public spaces on our classic and digital platforms across the country.

This event will provide an opportunity for those within the industry to gain insight on projects likely to take place within the region, whilst also giving a platform to debate and discuss the issues at the top of the economic and regional agenda.

Make sure you’re part of the regional debate and join us for the Manchester Development Plans Conference on the 23rd January.