Study tour, seminars and lectures, in addition to the general plenary sessions, that allow you to maximise the learning potential from attending this conference and exhibition.
Mon 9 Nov
Study Tour
10.00 - 16.00
The Trafford Centre - Latest Developments
Fully booked
Visiting The Trafford Centre, Great Hall, Barton Square,
Chill Factore and the new Trafford Quays Leisure Village
Paul Edwards
Head of Sustainability,
Hammerson plc
This session will see the debate on sustainability and social engagement pushed forward to encourage positive changes that our industry can make to help underpin sustainable environments for working and living. Topics for discussion will include examining why sustainability within the wider investment community is considered so important for the success of property as an investment class, understanding retailers’ requirements and common barriers to implementation and a review of current and forthcoming legislation, including the implications of the 2010 Carbon Reduction Commitment.
Ensuring the ongoing viability and development of retail-led regeneration. What impact are EU procurement regulations having on the development pipeline? What alternative funding tools or delivery vehicles need to be considered to ensure regeneration projects in the future?
16.00 - 17.00
Educational Workshops
Planning for economic development
Sue Willcox Head of Town Planning, Transportation and
Property Communications,
Sainsbury's > Presentation
Debate on current policy and legislation, including an examination of the implications of CIL on development viability and the implications of proposed changes to ‘town centre first’ planning policy. This session will look at benchmarks, case studies, challenges and good practice.
How to ensure their survival in the short term, and their growth in the long term. What is the role of recent planning changes and proposals for the longer term viability of secondary retail locations? What is the impact of a changing ownership model on managing retail assets?
For all delegate, sponsorship, exhibition and general enquiries please contact:
BCSC, 1 Queen Anne's Gate, London SW1H 9BT
T: 020 7227 3450 F: 020 7222 4440 Visit the BCSC website at www.bcsc.org.uk
