Shaping London’s Future brings together the capital’s most influential figures in planning, law, local government, and development to unpack the challenges and opportunities shaping the built environment as the new London Plan gets underway.
From viability and affordable housing to carbon reduction, heritage, logistics, and tall buildings policy, this year’s programme delivers strategic insights, legal analysis, and real-world perspectives from every corner of the planning landscape.
Featured speakers so far include:
- Jules Pipe CBE, Deputy Mayor of London for Planning, Regeneration and Skills - Developing in London
- Jenny Wigley KC, Russell Harris KC, Rupert Warren KC, Reuben Taylor KC, Matthew Reed KC, Melissa Murphy KC, Zack Simons KC, Andrew Byass, Heather Sargent, Matthew Dale-Harris, Kimberley Ziya and Odette Chalaby - Landmark Chambers
- Dr. Chris Miele, Montagu Evans – Heritage and Growth
- James Brierley, Newmark – Viability and Affordable Housing
- Tom Dobson, Quod – London's planning challenge
- Rob Krzyszowski, Haringey Council – Local Government Perspective
- Jonathan Stoddart, CBRE - Industrial and Logistics
- Jonathan Marginson, DP9 - Negotiating Planning Permissions
- Ben Kelway, Lichfields – Offices and mixed use development
Programme highlights:
- Expert-led legal insights from Landmark barristers
- Sector-deep dives into housing, infrastructure, logistics, and mixed-use schemes
- Timely discussions on Green Belt reform, design quality, and consenting process
- Perspectives from the GLA, boroughs, and top-tier consultancies
- Networking drinks and canapés from 5:00pm to connect with peers and speakers
Whether you're advising, approving, or delivering development in London, this conference equips you with the knowledge, insights, and connections to navigate 2025 and beyond.
Secure your place and help shape London’s future.
