05/10/2026
15.00
The Spectator in association with the Post Office
Birmingham ICC : Hall 8b
The Future of Britain’s High Streets: From Decline to Renewal
High streets are where people feel economic and social change most acutely. From bank closures and declining footfall to the loss of local services, they have become a symbol of the challenges facing communities. As high street renewal climbs the political agenda, our panel will ask: what should the high street of the future look like, and how can trusted local institutions help bring people, services and economic activity back to communities?
