Birmingham ICC : Hall 7

How to fix London

With local election gains in Wandsworth and Westminster, the Conservatives are winning in London again. But what does a Tory vision for the nation's capital look like? The city is responsible for around a quarter of the UK's GDP, but it struggles with an acute housing crisis, an overstretched transport network, and a financial services sector navigating uncertainty. Join the panel to discuss how we can cement London's status as a global city.

Birmingham ICC : Hall 7

The Future of the Green Belt

One of Labour’s most striking planning reforms has been the introduction of the ‘grey belt’. This has been welcomed by planning experts – but stoked predictable opposition in many communities and constituencies. So how is the ‘grey belt’ policy working? And how can the next government balance the desperate need for homes with protecting our green spaces?