The New Politics for Planning From 195 7 July 2015 London Headline sponsor: To book call 020 3432 4041 or visit theplanningconvention.co.uk Associate sponsor:
Why attend? 4 Understand the new politics for planning following the UK general elections The theme of the 2015 RTPI Planning Convention is new politics for planning. Delegates are invited to participate in stimulating discussions about the shifting states of power and responsibility and what this will mean for planning policy and practice. During its centenary year, the RTPI started to set the agenda for planning for the next century in particular setting out the value of planning to society and the economy. The Planning Convention, coming as it does after the UK general election in May, will offer the perfect opportunity to ensure that the incoming government hears our message about planning. There will be expert speakers from around the world, addressing vital global issues, to enable us to learn from each other, with case studies and examples of good planning and innovative solutions to our most pressing problems. We look forward to hearing your ideas about the changes facing our profession, and we welcome your contributions at the 2015 RTPI Planning Convention. Janet Askew RTPI President 2015 4 Hear from the best industry speakers from across the world as they share their perspectives 4 Gain new insights from a choice of special interest sessions 4 Learn the latest in planning from a range of free study tours and exhibition 4 Enjoy excellent networking opportunities The whole event was first class Paul Simmons, Westminster City Council Keep up to date with the discussion #plancon15
Programme 8.15 Registration opens; coffee with the exhibitors 8.30 Ask the Chief Planner: Q&A Steve Quartermain Chief Planner, DCLG 9.30 Presidential welcome Janet Askew RTPI President 2015 9.40 Opening keynote address: The global politics for planning Outline of the challenges facing planning globally The changing political context in which planning is having to operate across the world The potential implications for British planners Eugénie Birch Chair, World Urban Campaign 10.20 The new leadership in planning Practical lessons learned: leadership in the field of planning and regeneration Insights into developing effective strategic partnerships across multi-profession disciplines and the role of leading planners within this process Waheed Nazir Director of Regeneration, Birmingham City Council 11.00 Coffee and networking Sponsored by 11.30 Who decides and interprets policy? Lawyers or planners? Understand whether planning is becoming an increasingly judicial activity What will the future hold? Sasha White QC Barrister, Landmark Chambers 12.00 New forms of engagement Using existing and emerging technologies to develop more efficient and resilient public services and infrastructures How to better engage with individuals and communities in their planning, design and operation Dr Rick Robinson IT Director, Smart Data and Technology, Amey 12.30 Integrating planning into wider public policy The value of urban planning and civic leadership in improving the quality of people s lives and health in tackling the over-riding health challenges in our society Focus on needs, vision, education, transport, employment and healthcare Sir Malcolm Grant Chairman, NHS England 1.00 Lunch and exhibition Follow us on Twitter @rtpiconferences and join the conversation with #plancon15
Tuesday 7 July 2015 2.00 Choice of sessions: Option 1 Option 2 Option 3 The future for neighbourhood planning - getting real about localism Cllr Jill Simpson-Vince Rugby Borough Council John Romanski Senior Planning Aid England Advisor, Planning Aid Sponsored by Richard Kingston Senior Lecturer, University of Manchester What next for cooperation? The new politics for strategic planning Cllr David Hibbert Oldham Council Pam Ewen Strategic Development Planning Manager, TAYplan Richard Blyth Head of Policy and Research, RTPI Getting real about the environment! Zoe Willcox Service Director Planning, Bristol City Council Sue Riddlestone Chief Executive, Bioregional Other speaker to be announced 3.15 Coffee and networking Sponsored by 3.45 The politics of inequality: Challenges for the profession Is planning doing enough to address inequalities in society? The free market versus intervention Michael Edwards Teaching Fellow, Bartlett School of Planning, UCL Rachelle Alterman Founding President, International Academic Association on Planning, Law & Property Rights 5.00 Presidential address Janet Askew RTPI President 2015 5.25 Ministerial address 6.00 Drinks reception Option 4 The politics for planning the European agenda Kyle Galler Principal Economic Policy Advisor, European Commission Simin Davoudi Professor of Planning, University of Newcastle Janice Morphet Visiting Professor, Bartlett School of Planning, UCL For full programme and speaker updates, please visit www.theplanningconvention.co.uk
Study Tours Monday 6 July from 2pm The Planning Convention once again draws on its extensive network of expert practitioners to create an exciting series of study tours. FREE Taking place in London, the study tours are a unique way of experiencing the true impact of planning. Led by an inspiring guide you will gain unique insights and have the opportunity to ask questions. For further information and how to book, please visit www.theplanningconvention.co.uk/study-tours RTPI Awards for Planning Excellence Monday 6 July from 6pm Join over 400 planning and built environment professionals at the networking event of the year as we celebrate and reward outstanding achievements in planning over the last year. The one hour awards ceremony at The Shaw Theatre at the Pullman London St Pancras on Monday 6 July will reveal the very best planning projects, strategies and processes, individuals and teams, that help make great places. Wine and canapés follow the ceremony for an evening that is not to be missed. Bring your team and clients - there are great discounts to be had on ticket prices. For more information and to book your tickets please visit www.theplanningconvention.co.uk/awards BOOK NOW
Booking your place Please see below the price details for various event options at the convention The Planning Convention 2015 Tuesday 7 July RTPI members Non members Study Tours Monday 6 July Convention delegates 195+VAT 295+VAT A limited number of discounted places are available for student/unemployed/retired RTPI members at 99+VAT FREE RTPI Awards for Planning Excellence Ceremony Monday 6 July 1 place 40+VAT 4 places 140+VAT 3 easy ways to book 020 3432 4041 info@rtpiconferences.co.uk theplanningconvention.co.uk Venue etc.venues 155 Bishopsgate, London, EC2M 3YD Nearest tube station Liverpool Street This was time well spent out from the day job to meet with other planners and to listen to the RTPI s vision for the future Derek Lawrence, Land Use Consultants #plancon15 Interested in Sponsorship? Please call 020 3122 0138 RTPI Conferences and the Planning Convention are managed by Kaplan Hawksmere on behalf of the Royal Town Planning Institute. Kaplan Hawksmere & RTPI Conferences, 5th Floor, Finsbury Tower, 103-105 Bunhill Row, London EC1Y 8LZ Royal Town Planning Institute s Head Office: 41 Botolph Lane, London, EC3R 8DL 13321