The Opening Keynote session will feature leading clients sharing their insights on how they effectively manage and optimise their estates.

The session will include a pre-recorded Q&A between Mike Green and Dr. Steve Norris, followed by live responses from additional panellists addressing key questions.

This session will cover critical challenges and opportunities arising from new government legislation such as the Procurement Act and Building Safety Act, with a predominantly Health and Education Sector bias due to the strength and experience of the panellists. There will be an opportunity for audience participation towards the end of the assembly.

This session explores the complex and rapidly evolving landscape facing the public sector today. From the Civil Service’s “Plan for Change” and the continued shift from Whitehall to the regions, to broader trends in devolution and local government reform, organisations are being asked to adapt at pace. Add to this the growing revenue pressures, shifts in working patterns post-pandemic, the changing expectations of employees and service users, and the urgency of the energy transition, and it’s clear that public sector estates are under unprecedented strain. What comes next is uncertain, but what’s clear is that we need to create agile, responsive estates that can evolve with the demands of the future.

How can data and digital tools be harnessed to drive effective, people-centred carbon reduction across the lifecycle of public sector buildings? This session brings together two pioneering case studies that demonstrate the power of data and technology in driving whole-life carbon reduction and informed estate planning. 

How can public sector organisations accelerate decarbonisation efforts while balancing scalability, technical feasibility, and heritage preservation?

This panel delves into the Mayor of London’s Zero Carbon Accelerator and DB3 Group’s work on the National Library of Wales, highlighting scalable strategies, technical innovations, and the balance between net zero and heritage preservation.

This panel session will explore the potential of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) to deliver sustainable, scalable, and resilient solutions for the public estate. Through a moderated discussion, the panel will examine how modular and offsite construction are reshaping the design, delivery, and use of buildings across key public sectors such as healthcare, education, leisure, and community infrastructure. The session will draw on real-world experience as the Chair poses targeted questions to industry leaders, encouraging insights into the practical, economic, and environmental benefits of MMC.

This session will look at new approaches to placemaking and estate renewal that are creating more inclusive and adaptable places. It will explore how communities are shaping the future of masterplanning - from temporary, community-led projects that build lasting local value to data-driven tools enabling smarter public estate regeneration. Featuring case studies from London and Sheffield, the session demonstrates how both grassroots engagement and digital innovation are reshaping places and processes for long-term impact.

How can the public and private sectors successfully harness their combined skills, resources, and commitment to deliver stronger and more successful towns and cities?

This end of the conference session will respond to the “hot off the press” Spending Review and look beyond the current challenges and impediments to creating successful town and city centres, where success will be measured in terms of placemaking and new communities.

The closing panel session will be a reflection on the day's discussions, where panellists will share their key insights and practical strategies shared across the programme.