Developing London for national growth

23 Jun 2026
The London Theatre - Charter 1
The London Theatre - delegate only - Charter 1
As London navigates the dual pressures of growth and affordability, this session will explore how the capital’s housing and development strategy can act as a catalyst for national economic prosperity. The panel will examine what it will take to unlock the homes, infrastructure and investment that London needs. The discussion will consider how a thriving London contributes to national growth – and the policy, partnership and delivery models required to make it happen.
Chair
Peter Apps
Peter Apps, Contributing editor, Inside Housing
Speakers
Joanne Drew
Joanne Drew, Executive director - housing and regeneration, London Borough of Enfield
Antonia Jennings
Antonia Jennings, Chief executive, Centre for London
Ian McDermott CBE
Ian McDermott CBE, Chief executive, Peabody Trust
Dr Syreeta Robinson-Gayle
Dr Syreeta Robinson-Gayle, Head of affordable housing, Barratt London