Westminster Media Forum

This conference examined next steps for public service media in the UK.

It brought stakeholders and policymakers together to consider policy and regulatory priorities for organisations across the PSM ecosystem, particularly following publication of the BBC Charter Review green paper in December 2025 - and implications for audiences, broadcasters, and platforms more widely. Areas for discussion included financial sustainability, service delivery, commissioning, audience access, regional growth, and the prominence and discoverability of services across third-party platforms, as Ofcom considers responses to their proposed recommendations on designation of television selection services under the Media Act 2024.

Drawing on findings from Ofcom’s Public Service Media Review, delegates assessed the way forward for supporting public service broadcasters, strategies for further collaboration with online platforms such as YouTube, and the impact of trends, including shifts in production and commissioning models, and the wider transition to digital-only online services.

The future of the BBC - audiences, challenges & building on strengths
Attendees considered strategic priorities for the BBC, with the public consultation on its future open until March 2026, including options for reforming the funding model, the future of the licence fee, and potential approaches for growing commercial revenue.

With senior BBC figures appearing before the Culture, Media and Sport Committee in November, amid a range of significant challenges facing the corporation and leadership changes, we expected discussion on priorities for the new director general and senior staff. The agenda included discussion on proposals in the green paper, including how the BBC’s independence might be strengthened to improve trust and impartiality, options for introducing specific responsibilities around workplace conduct, and the role of the BBC in supporting media literacy and countering misinformation.

The BBC’s response to evolving audience expectations and digital competition was also examined, as well as stakeholder views on strategies for driving growth across the creative economy, supporting national and regional production sectors through partnership building, and the way forward for investment in digital technologies to promote good consumer outcomes.

Wider media market developments, dynamics & support
Delegates also considered the wider sector’s evolving market dynamics, including implications of rising viewership of streaming platforms for the range of advertising-funded broadcasters, intensified youth audience loss to social media and shortform video platforms, pressures on advertising revenue, contested bids for Warner Bros. Discovery, and potential consolidation with preliminary discussions reportedly under way between Comcast and ITV over the possible acquisition of ITV’s broadcasting business.

Further discussion focused on opportunities following publication of the 2025 Spending Review, and with the Creative Industries Sector Plan highlighting the role of PSBs in driving growth and investment in the television industry. Implications of interventions outlined in the plan were assessed, including the way forward for action to support PSM and the wider television ecosystem and to realise the potential of the BBC’s commercial ventures in supporting growth and stability.

Regulatory priorities
Looking at regulatory implications, further discussion focused on the progress of the Competition Markets Authority and Ofcom in setting out how changes to the sector - such as convergence of broadcast, on-demand and video sharing or possible broadcaster consolidation - could inform future assessments of television and advertising markets, as set out by the Government in the Sector Plan.

Considering findings from Ofcom’s Public Service Media Review and the phased implementation of the Media Act 2024, attendees examined priorities in ensuring that public service media content is prominent and easily discoverable on connected TV platforms and other third-party services, including those designated under the new television selection services regime. Discussion looked at expectations on platforms and broadcasters for navigation, recommendation and search, and approaches to tailoring content and formats to the needs and habits of different audience groups, including younger viewers and those who primarily access content online.

The production sector, commissioning & workforce capacity
Further implications of changing commissioning patterns, particularly for independent producers, were also considered, with attention to the impact of Channel 4’s evolving commissioning responsibilities, shifts towards in-house production, and updated quota frameworks across linear and on-demand services. Delegates assessed evidence on capacity and workforce trends in the production sector, including concerns that supply may outstrip demand in some areas, and options for supporting sustainable business models, fair access to commissions, and strong regional representation.

All delegates were able to contribute to the output of the conference, which will be shared with parliamentary, ministerial, departmental and regulatory offices, and more widely. This includes the full proceedings and additional articles submitted by delegates. As well as key stakeholders, those who attended include parliamentary pass-holders from the House of Lords and officials from the Department for Business and Trade; Department of Culture, Communication and Sport, ROI; Competition and Markets Authority; Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office; Ofcom; National Audit Office; Department of Culture, Communication and Sport, ROI; and the Welsh Government.

This conference examined priorities for the future of intellectual property regulation in the UK. The agenda considered latest policy and thinking alongside wider developments, including implications for AI in relation to copyright, design and patents.

It brought stakeholders and policymakers together to discuss the recently published progress report on work towards publication of the Government’s AI copyright report and economic impact assessment, as required by the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025. The agenda also included a focus on wider issues around patents, trademarks and the designs framework, in the context of government ambitions for supporting innovation and growth.

Delegates assessed the IPO’s recent work on guidance for businesses, including approaches to enforcement and tackling IP crime, considering the impact of recent court decisions on the treatment of AI-generated inventions and trademark disputes, as well as implications of the IPO raising fees for patents, trademarks and designs from April 2026.

AI & copyright
Discussion examined the future direction of UK policy on copyright and AI, with a focus on transparency, licensing, rights protection, and wider implications for both the creative and AI sectors. Options for licensing, including collective models and technical solutions such as opt-out mechanisms, were discussed, as well as how concerns around economic impact on the creative industries, enforcement, and fair remuneration might be addressed.

Sessions assessed key findings in government’s recently published Copyright and AI statement of progress report, including how policymakers might take into account respondent data to the initial consultation, with only 3% in support of an active opt-out regime. We expected discussion on approaches to transparency, including options for statutory measures or light-touch regulation, as well as how any potential changes might be designed to minimise the financial and administrative impact on stakeholders.

The agenda looked at latest thinking on the liability and authorship of AI-generated works, as well as priorities for ensuring that the legal framework can adequately define and protect creative ownership in hybrid or non-human output. International comparisons and recent case law informed discussion on options for achieving regulatory coherence, competitiveness, and leadership for the UK in responsible AI development.

Design framework
The conference also assessed priorities for simplifying the design rights regime, including proposals to improve the validity of registered designs, provide greater legal clarity to businesses, and protect emerging forms of design. Reforms to the existing protection for computer-generated designs were considered, as well as options for introducing greater powers for the IPO to investigate designs lacking novelty. Delegates also explored how SMEs can be best supported in registering and defending their designs, and how the UK can remain aligned with international frameworks whilst balancing domestic priorities.

Patents
Further discussion was expected on priorities for addressing challenges in the UK’s Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) framework, with the IPO consultation on improving the licensing ecosystem having closed in October 2025. Attendees considered options for reducing friction in licensing, improving transparency and compliance, mandating information disclosure about SEPs to the IPO, and supporting effective dispute resolution mechanisms.

Enforcement & IP crime
The conference also brought out perspectives on tackling IP crime, fraudulent patents generated through patent mills and counterfeit products, as well as long-term strategies for balancing the interests of developers, copyright owners and other stakeholders in light of international pressures. We expected this to include consideration of best practice from outside the UK, the role of social media evidence in disputes, and practical approaches to achieving an IP framework for the UK that supports both innovation and rights protection.

All delegates were able to contribute to the output of the conference, which will be shared with parliamentary, ministerial, departmental and regulatory offices, and more widely. This includes the full proceedings and additional articles submitted by delegates. As well as key stakeholders, those who attended include parliamentary pass-holders from the House of Lords and officials from the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology; Department for Business and Trade; HM Treasury; HM Revenue and Customs; Department of Health and Social Care; Department for the Economy, NI; House of Commons Library; Intellectual Property Office; Government Legal Department; Government Office for Technology Transfer; Home Office; and The Scottish Government.

This conference focused on implementation of the Football Governance Act and priorities for the operation of the statutory Independent Football Regulator.

Independent Football Regulator
It brought stakeholders and policymakers together to examine the regulator’s remit and early priorities, including how it should approach its statutory responsibilities related to addressing financial stability across clubs and the wider football industry, and safeguarding of the sport’s heritage.

With the IFR recently setting out plans for its licencing regime requiring all 116 clubs across the top five divisions to hold a licence from the 2027-28 season, attendees considered conditions for financial, corporate governance, and fan engagement standards, as well as preparation for implementation. The regulator’s power to operate a licensing system and oversee revenue distribution was discussed - including parachute payments - alongside strengthened requirements for evaluating the suitability of current and prospective ownership groups through an enhanced Owners’ and Directors’ test.

We also expected a focus on sector concerns on the practicalities of implementation and enforcement, with discussion on statutory guidance, licensing conditions, and the transition from existing governance mechanisms in the context of the IFR’s ongoing consultation on its information gathering, enforcement powers, and sanctions framework. The agenda also reflected on how regulatory approaches can remain responsive to emerging risks and evolving market conditions. Priorities for stakeholder consultation and supporting long-term growth and sustainability of the football sector were also considered.

Governance, compliance & reporting
Attendees considered incoming changes to governance standards, with discussion on the scope and direction of policy relating to the forthcoming Football Club Corporate Governance Code, including the way forward for mandating compliance and assessing new requirements for clubs to publish equality, diversity and inclusion reports. How to embed best practice around board composition, decision-making processes, stakeholder engagement, and environmental, social, and governance responsibilities was also discussed.

Ownership & investment
Sessions explored evolving ownership models and implications for investment, with an emphasis on transparency in club acquisitions, corporate structure, and financial risk exposure. Delegates considered how a more consistent, licence-based regime might be structured to help encourage longer-term and more transparent investment into English football, whilst also evaluating the IFR’s ongoing consultation on the Owners, Directors and Senior Executives regime. We also expected discussion on concerns that stricter regulatory expectations could limit flexibility for potential buyers, create new challenges for smaller clubs, and introduce complications for multi-club ownership structures.

State of the Game report & fan engagement
The conference was also an opportunity to discuss priorities for the forthcoming State of the Game report, including how it might inform the regulator’s approach to transparency, consistency and long-term planning. Discussion took place in the context of the recently published Fair Game Index 2025 report, which raises financial concerns across English football and suggests only four clubs to be ‘regulator ready’. Delegates considered the breadth of the evidence base, including financial data, governance practices, and stakeholder experience across the football pyramid.

Delegates assessed the way forward for effective engagement with leagues, clubs, fans, and others, drawing on calls for wider and more regular consultation beyond traditional supporter groups. We expected discussion on next steps for advancing meaningful fan engagement throughout the regulator’s work, including how clubs should implement new statutory duties relating to ticket pricing, stadium relocation, and decisions affecting club identity.

Long-term growth & sustainability
Further sessions considered the wider future of professional and semi-professional football in England, and how long-term sustainability and competitiveness can be achieved across the football system. There was discussion of the women’s game, including priorities for visibility, investment and parity of support, and approaches to safeguarding player wellbeing across all levels of the game. Developments in fan engagement were also considered, alongside digital innovation and commercial strategy as clubs look to diversify revenue streams and respond to changing supporter behaviour.

All delegates were able to contribute to the output of the conference, which will be shared with parliamentary, ministerial, departmental and regulatory offices, and more widely. This includes the full proceedings and additional articles submitted by delegates. As well as key stakeholders, those who attended include parliamentary pass-holders from the House of Commons and officials from the Department for Culture, Media and Sport; Department for Business and Trade; Department for Transport; National Audit Office; and The Scottish Government.

This conference examined next steps for developing the heritage sector in the UK, looking at opportunities emerging from government policy aimed at supporting regional growth, local regeneration, UK tourism, and national wellbeing.

Bringing together stakeholders with policymakers, it came with the Government’s ambition for attracting 50 million international visitors per year by 2030, as set out in the recent Industrial Strategy and Spending Review, and in the context of the forthcoming National Visitor Economy Strategy.

Sector priorities, funding, and alignment with wider policy goals
Delegates assessed sector needs in the context of wider policy goals for regeneration, tourism, and wellbeing, examining funding priorities, planning frameworks, and the role of heritage in supporting local growth. Discussion reflected on the Government’s Industrial Strategy and Spending Review commitments, including the £2.9bn investment in safeguarding and modernising cultural assets, and proposals for long-term funding models such as the Heritage Alliance’s suggested Culture Growth Fund.

There was also consideration of opportunities to strengthen cultural infrastructure - with the Government announcing that 37 projects will receive a share of more than £15m through the Heritage at Risk Fund - and the coordination of heritage policy with the broader creative industries agenda set out in the Industrial Strategy.

Local regeneration, devolution, and the built environment
The conference examined the contribution of built heritage to place-based regeneration, drawing on Historic England’s findings on High Streets Heritage Action Zones, which estimated economic benefits of over £245m for local areas, and assessing how the sector might build on that success. With the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill progressing, delegates considered implications of further devolution for local heritage stewardship, the resourcing and coordination of conservation services, and approaches to unlocking civic pride, cultural benefit, and economic value at regional level.

Planning reform, regulatory change, and heritage protections
Delegates considered implications for heritage protections of the Planning and Infrastructure Bill and the Government’s target for reducing regulatory burdens. They also discussed the potential impact of proposed reforms to VAT, planning, procurement, and community asset transfer.

Energy Performance Certificate compliance and listing procedures were also examined, as well as what policy changes may mean for the sector’s ability to balance conservation with development, including the Government’s programme to develop a national inventory of intangible cultural heritage, as part of its commitment to implementing the UNESCO 2003 Convention.

Innovation, workforce priorities, and the visitor economy
Further sessions focused on innovation and workforce priorities, including the contribution of heritage science to UK soft power and research goals, as supported by the Arts and Humanities Research Council’s Research Infrastructure for Conservation and Heritage Science programme and wider research and development funding commitments under the Industrial Strategy.

Attendees also examined strategies for addressing workforce capacity, diversity, and inclusion - drawing on Historic England’s 2024 Workforce Diversity Survey - and discussed where further action may be needed to develop skills pipelines in conservation and heritage construction. Delegates also considered the role of heritage in supporting the Government’s visitor economy ambitions, including design of the forthcoming National Visitor Economy Strategy and proposals for local visitor levies.

All delegates were able to contribute to the output of the conference, which will be shared with parliamentary, ministerial, departmental and regulatory offices, and more widely. This includes the full proceedings and additional articles submitted by delegates. As well as key stakeholders, those who attended include officials from the Department for Culture, Media and Sport, Department for Business and Trade; Home Office; and the Welsh Government.

This conference examined next steps for online advertising in the UK. It was an opportunity for stakeholders and policymakers to examine implications for the sector of developments in policy, regulation, market dynamics and technology.

Delegates assessed how innovation and competitiveness can best be supported going forward alongside consumer protection, effective and proportionate oversight, and responsible use of data and AI. Sessions considered strategic implications for governance and coordination, alongside practical issues for implementation, the industry and its partners.

Policy, competition and market development
The discussion focused on issues and priorities arising from the implementation of the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act (DMCCA) 2024, the Online Safety Act (OSA) 2023, and provisions in the Data (Use and Access) Bill due to receive royal assent.

In assessing the way forward, we expected attendees to draw on early indications from the CMA’s Strategic Market Status investigation into search and advertising systems, with latest thinking on considerations for promoting fair competition, addressing market dominance, and supporting innovation, particularly as AI increasingly underpins technology deployed by the sector. Further discussion was expected on implications of competition issues for the UK’s digital economy and growth objectives for the online advertising sector.

Regulation
Delegates also examined the evolving regulatory landscape, and strategies for improving cross-cutting working and coordination between regulators and industry. Sessions explored how regulatory roles and resources might best be coordinated to address emerging challenges, including implementation of the OSA’s illegal harms duties and DMCCA rules on drip pricing, fake reviews, and false treatment claims. Priorities for industry in navigating regulatory complexity and enforcement of self-regulation were discussed, as well as key considerations for transparency, accountability and regulatory reform going forward.

We expected discussion on the strategic focus of the Information Commissioner's Office regarding online advertising, including assessing proposed guidance on consent or pay models, the future for online tracking and cookie usage, and strategies for facilitating privacy-friendly forms of advertising amid review of the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations. 

Data
Delegates assessed implications for data-driven advertising and the sustainability of advertising-funded services, as well as how regulation can boost economic growth in the sector.

Codes of practice
Sessions also brought out practical considerations and stakeholder perspectives on the consultations on Advertising Codes, looking at approaches to address subscription traps and scam adverts, and preparations for the upcoming ban on unhealthy food advertising to children. Attendees assessed outstanding issues as stakeholders prepare to implement these changes, as well as best practice in areas such as influencer marketing, online tracking, and use of emerging technology.

Long-term strategy
The agenda also looked ahead to the longer-term development and deployment of AI in advertising, and what may be required for UK and international regulation to keep pace with innovation. Sessions also considered the future for addressing longstanding challenges in areas such as transparency, consumer protection, and effective governance of digital markets, while supporting the continued growth and international competitiveness of the UK’s advertising industry.

All delegates were able to contribute to the output of the conference, which will be shared with parliamentary, ministerial, departmental and regulatory offices, and more widely. This includes the full proceedings and additional articles submitted by delegates. As well as key stakeholders, those who attended include officials from DSIT; DBT; HMRC; NCSC; Ofcom; CMA; GLD; Home Office; and the Welsh Government.

This conference discussed key issues for the future of sports broadcasting in the UK.

It brought together stakeholders and policymakers to assess the future for the evolving sports broadcasting landscape, particularly looking at rights and implications of increased competition between traditional broadcasters and OTT providers for consumers, the sports sector, and the media industry.

Discussion brought out latest thinking on how policy, regulation, and sector practice might need to respond to challenges faced by public service broadcasters competing in these markets, as well as key issues emerging from Ofcom’s consultation on implementation of the Media Act 2024.

Regulation
Delegates considered key issues for the design and implementation of changes to the listed events regime, with a further consultation on Ofcom’s proposals expected later in 2025.

They assessed implications for the remit and sustainability of the BBC and other PSBs, including issues such as definitions of adequate live and alternative coverage of listed events. The way forward for balancing commercial value and public interest was also discussed, as well as the potential impact on the income that sporting bodies can generate from broadcast rights.

The discussion brought out stakeholder concerns, including uncertainties around how ‘adequate live coverage’ will be defined in the context of streaming services, and the financial sustainability of PSBs, which face increasing competition from OTT platforms. Further discussion was expected on broader implications of these changes for rights valuations and the long-term viability of certain sports if broadcast revenue streams are constrained.

Market Development
Delegates considered strategies for broadcasters, rights holders, governing bodies, and regulators in navigating changing consumer habits in a highly dynamic market, particularly following Ofcom recently reporting a drop in younger audiences watching tennis and rugby since 2019. They examined shifts in traditional broadcasting models and opportunities for future investment, including in direct-to-consumer services, multi-platform distribution, and the development of new partnerships. Further areas for discussion included disparities in funding and purchasing power across the sector, alongside implications of fragmented broadcast rights on market access, audience reach, and long-term sustainability.

Discussion considered implications of recent shifts in consumer behaviour - including the growing preference for on-demand content among younger audiences - which are placing additional pressure on traditional broadcasters. Concerns over the long-term sustainability of smaller sports and less commercially dominant leagues were also considered, and strategic options for securing visibility in an increasingly fragmented media landscape. We also expected discussion on strategies for engagement with fan bases and mitigating possible impact on brand loyalty when decisions deemed necessary to maintain financial sustainability are undertaken, such as introduction of paywalls.

The rise of tech giants, which can outbid traditional broadcasters for premium sports rights, was looked at in the context of how this has intensified these challenges, raising questions about equitable market access and the ability of PSBs to remain competitive.

Public Access
The conference also took place amidst growing costs and challenges for consumers in subscription affordability, with delegates discussing its impact on public access to sports broadcasting, alongside implications for community engagement in sport across the UK. Innovation and the use of emerging technology to enhance user experience were also discussed, as well as implications for digital inclusion and universality of access.

Discussion addressed growing affordability concerns, including the impact of rising costs for premium sports packages and the need for multiple subscriptions, and how barriers for fans in accessing live sports might be reduced. Delegates considered the implications of these trends for digital inclusion, particularly in rural and low-income areas where reliable broadband access remains limited, affecting the universality of access - a core objective for public service media.

Anti-Piracy
Further sessions considered strategies for tackling illegal streaming and wider piracy, including latest thinking on addressing the drivers of pirated content use. Delegates also assessed the way forward for international and cross-sector collaboration, and priorities for regulation and enforcement in light of evidence of widespread use by the UK public.

Delegates also discussed latest approaches to tackling challenges posed by illegal streaming, driven by high subscription costs and fragmented rights, which can push consumers towards unauthorised alternatives. With stakeholders calling for clearer and more effective enforcement measures, the way forward for improved collaboration across the industry was discussed, as well as how to reduce the impact of piracy on revenue and protect the integrity of live sports coverage. The role of technology in addressing these issues was explored, as well as potential legislative and regulatory changes to support enforcement efforts.

All delegates were able to contribute to the output of the conference, which will be shared with parliamentary, ministerial, departmental and regulatory offices, and more widely. This includes the full proceedings and additional articles submitted by delegates. As well as key stakeholders, those who attended include parliamentary pass-holders from the House of Commons, and officials from DCMS; DSIT; HoC Library; Ofcom; the Welsh Government; and The Scottish Government.

This conference examined the future direction of UK policy on copyright and artificial intelligence, with a focus on transparency, licensing, rights protection, and wider implications for both the creative and AI sectors.

Policy proposals and ongoing debate
It brought stakeholders and policymakers together to discuss the Government’s proposals set out in the recent Copyright and Artificial Intelligence consultation. The conference took place with ministers reportedly considering all options and recently committing to publish an economic impact assessment, alongside a report on the use of copyrighted material for AI training, transparency and technical standards as part of the recently published Creative Industries Sector Plan.

Attendees assessed strategies under consideration, such as the development of rights reservation mechanisms, potential exceptions for text and data mining, and technical standards to support transparency, as policymakers work towards a policy decision expected later in 2025.

The conference was an opportunity to discuss latest thinking and options for protecting rights holders and improving transparency, with the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 having been granted royal assent following a number of amendments.

Copyright, licensing and innovation
Delegates assessed what might be the most appropriate legislative vehicle to update the copyright legal framework, should changes be required, as well as issues around economic impact assessment, transparency and reporting, licensing and access to data for AI developers.  

It was also an opportunity to discuss how a Creative Content Exchange might operate, including opportunities for content owners to commercialise and monetise assets, the way forward for ensuring permitted access to content by data users, and next steps for scalability.

Further discussion assessed frameworks for enabling rights holders to opt out of their work being used for AI training, what constitutes effective consent, practicalities for achieving transparency without compromising commercial confidentiality, and how to provide legal clarity for creators whilst also facilitating responsible innovation.

Delegates also considered implementation challenges associated with a collective licensing framework, including plans by licensing bodies such as the CLA and ALCS to introduce a Generative AI Training Licence. The design and implementation of an opt-in license was discussed, as well as its potential impact on smaller creators, and strategies for ensuring fair remuneration for publishers and authors.

AI development, legal frameworks, regulation and international coordination
Sessions also explored longer-term issues, including proposals for the creation of a Centre for AI and Creative Industries to explore how AI can be used to support the creative industries, while also addressing potential challenges and ensuring that the UK remains a global leader in this area.

Coordination of UK regulation with international frameworks was also discussed, looking at the EU AI Act and the Beijing Treaty on Audiovisual Performances, and broader implications for investment, productivity, and workforce stability in the creative sector, particularly in light of evolving licensing models and the technological capacity of AI systems.

It was also an opportunity to discuss how policymakers might clarify copyright status for AI-generated work and key challenges around ownership, IP, and copyright thresholds.

Delegates assessed the way forward for providing legal clarity between computer-generated and computer-assisted work, as well as the impact of AI-generated work on innovation in the creative industries. Opportunities for unlocking economic growth through innovation were discussed, including the licensing of AI-generated creations, the future for CreaTech, and impact on the creative workforce.

All delegates were able to contribute to the output of the conference, which will be shared with parliamentary, ministerial, departmental and regulatory offices, and more widely. This includes the full proceedings and additional articles submitted by delegates. As well as key stakeholders, those who attended include officials from DBT; DESNZ; DHSC; DSIT; DfE; MHCLG; DfT; Ofcom; HoC Library; Dstl; HMRC; IPO; GLD; NCA; Education Scotland; Home Office; the Welsh Government; and The Scottish Government.

This conference examined next steps for the UK video game industry.

Policy and sector growth
Considering latest thinking on opportunities for sector growth and the place of video games in the forthcoming Creative Industries Sector Plan, stakeholders and policymakers discussed implications of recent policy developments, including from the 2024 Autumn Budget, and expectations surrounding the Government’s Invest 2035 strategy and the 2025 Spending Review.

Delegates assessed whether measures such as the continuation of the Video Games Expenditure Credit (VGEC) and funding for the UK Games Fund sufficiently address industry needs, with calls for expansion of the VGEC and introduction of an independent games tax credit in line with independent films. Those attending looked at implications, including for smaller games companies, and what is needed to support the domestic industry and attract investment moving forward.

We expected the agenda to bring out latest thinking on the effectiveness of the video game certification process in supporting cultural and economic objectives.

Regulation, new requirements, and loot boxes
There was a focus on regulatory challenges facing the sector, considering next steps for industry regarding preparation for risk assessments and content moderation requirements, safety-conscious innovation in game design, with discussion on implications of the Online Safety Act 2023. We expected discussion on key considerations for safeguarding and user protection, Ofcom’s codes of practice, setting out how online platforms can meet their duties, as well as how best to balance legally-mandated and self-regulated loot boxes, whilst ensuring developers adhere to their own guidelines.

Further sessions examined implications of international regulatory developments, notably the European Commission’s Fitness Check of EU Consumer Law on Digital Fairness.

Innovation, AI and ethics
The agenda also explored the impact of generative AI, including opportunities the technology presents and how industry can ethically harness innovation. We expected discussion to explore the conflict between generative AI and copyright frameworks, following the Government’s recent consultation and priorities for ensuring responsible use, looking at emerging regulatory challenges and protecting IP rights for creators, as well as expectations from the upcoming Digital Fairness Act.

Skills
Sessions also assessed priorities for education and skills development within the video games sector, considering the impact of recent announcements from the 2025 Immigration White Paper, including increasing the immigration skills charge and implementing stricter language proficiency rules. Discussion also centred on opportunities and potential benefits following the Government replacing the Apprenticeship Levy with a Growth and Skills Levy, and how effective collaborative frameworks can be put in place to tackle skills shortages.

Overall areas for discussion included:

• policy: measures in the Autumn Budget - the Video Games Expenditure Credit - support for smaller game companies - the UK Games Fund - potential outcomes of the Spending Review
• promoting sector growth: funding and investment priorities - expectations from Invest 2035 - identifying funding needs of small and medium sized enterprises - options for grants or funding pools
• safeguarding: responding to recent safety concerns on gaming platforms - enhancing protection for young users - implementing effective content moderation - ensuring regulatory compliance
• regulation: implications of the Online Safety Act 2023 - Ofcom’s upcoming codes of practice - preparing for risk assessments and content moderation requirements - innovation with safety
• loot boxes: balancing between self-regulation and legal mandates - effectiveness of current industry guidelines - international approaches to loot boxes - addressing concerns over addictive design
• international developments: outcomes of the EC’s Fitness Check - anticipating effects of the Digital Fairness Act - potential impact on UK regulations - transparency and consumer protection
• skills: addressing industry-specific training needs - evaluating the Growth and Skills Levy - developing tailored apprenticeship programmes - fostering collaboration between industry and education
• AI: developments, opportunities, and priorities for innovation - impact of generative AI on the industry - addressing concerns around IP and image rights - implications for the wider workforce

All delegates were able to contribute to the output of the conference, which will be shared with parliamentary, ministerial, departmental and regulatory offices, and more widely. This includes the full proceedings and additional articles submitted by delegates. As well as key stakeholders, those who attended include officials from DSIT; DBT; DfE; Department for the Economy, NI; HMRC; ICO; Ofcom; CMA; IfATE; Home Office; the Welsh Government; and The Scottish Government.

This conference examined next steps for the National Youth Strategy. It was an opportunity for stakeholders and policymakers to assess priorities for development and implementation.

National listening exercise
Sessions considered priorities for the Deliver You campaign announced by the DCMS in March 2025 and next steps for maximising youth engagement with the strategy, including taking forward views of young people as part of the national listening exercise, designed to allow young people to share perspectives on support services, facilities and opportunities that they need outside of school. Attendees considered priorities for the Youth Advisory Group and Expert Advisory Group, and for ensuring the exercise supports young voices at the centre of policymaking.

Resources and community
Areas for discussion included how support and funding being provided can best be targeted, and charting the future roles and responsibilities of wider society in youth initiatives, including charities and voluntary groups, local government and schools, sporting and cultural institutions, as well as employers in wider business sectors, and young people themselves.

Engagement and collaboration
Delegates discussed priorities for collaboration, including co-production with young people in the design and implementation of the strategy, and the role of the Government’s Youth Advisory Board. Strategies for diverse youth representation in the creation of the strategy were also discussed, as well as priorities for embedding inclusivity into the design and implementation, including support for young people in rural areas, disadvantaged communities, and from underrepresented backgrounds.

Youth programmes and initiatives
Sessions considered strategies for overcoming barriers to accessing youth services, including pressures on youth clubs, alongside key issues such as improving mental health support for young people. Attendees also assessed how support can be structured for youth programmes, including the distribution of funding to communities and local authorities, and implications for existing initiatives, such as the Youth Investment Fund and the Better Youth Spaces programme.

Education institutions
The role of schools and education providers was also discussed, with delegates assessing opportunities for unlocking school facilities for youth service delivery, priorities for collaboration between education institutions and private providers of extracurricular activities, and strategies for widening access and improving participation.

Promoting opportunity
Further sessions discussed what will be needed for successful delivery of the Local Youth Transformation Pilot, including priorities for growing skills within local authorities to support youth service provision, key considerations for funding allocation in local areas, and next steps for building wider capabilities, facilities and partnerships for youth development. Career pathways and priorities for enhancing the employability of young people were also considered, following the expansion of the Creative Careers Programme announced in the 2024 Autumn Budget.

We also expected discussion on the role of work placements and apprenticeships, and what can be learned and carried forward from the National Citizen Service in creating an effective National Youth Strategy.

We are pleased to have been able to include keynote sessions with: Kayleigh Wainwright, Head, Youth Strategy Engagement, DCMS; Abbee McLatchie, Director and Deputy CEO, Youth Work, National Youth Agency; Michael Devlin, CEO, NCS Trust; Ruth Marvel, CEO, The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award; Ben Marson, Director, Fundraising and Marketing, The King’s Trust; and Professor Mike Seal, Director, Centre for Research into the Education of Marginalised Children and Young Adults, St Mary's University.

Overall, areas for discussion included:

• National Youth Strategy:
  
  • priorities for collaboration with young people on design and implementation - next steps for allocation of funding  
  • assessing the outcome from the Deliver You campaign - implementing young people’s views into the strategy - priorities for the Youth Advisory group and Expert Advisory Group
  • support needed to improve local authority capabilities in youth services - learning from the NCS programme - priorities for the creation of a Local Youth Transformation Pilot
• funding: addressing gaps in financial support for youth programmes - priorities for investment - support for community groups and local authorities in accessing finance
• inclusion and access: challenges for young people in rural areas - supporting the needs of marginalised groups - addressing geographic and socioeconomic barriers
• partnerships:
  
  • growing engagement of key sectors in youth development, including cultural and sport organisations - support for youth clubs - charities, voluntary groups and faith communities
  • the role of schools, colleges and higher education - access to extracurricular activities for young people - increasing volunteering opportunities
• health and wellbeing: addressing mental health challenges for young people - tackling knife crime, gang culture and substance abuse - putting in place targeted support
• employment: advice, guidance and preparation for the jobs market - work placements and apprenticeships - expansion of the Creative Careers Programme - ongoing mentoring
• accountability: benchmarks, targets and timelines - coordination and responsibilities - reporting and monitoring progress - assessing effectiveness of youth service provision and further options

All delegates were able to contribute to the output of the conference, which will be shared with parliamentary, ministerial, departmental and regulatory offices, and more widely. This includes the full proceedings and additional articles submitted by delegates. As well as key stakeholders, those who attended include parliamentary pass-holders from the House of Commons and officials from DfE; DoE, NI; DHSC; DWP; DBT; DCMS; HMPPS; MOJ; MOD; Ofcom; POST; Department for the Economy, NI; IfATE; Home Office; and the Welsh Government.

This conference focused on the future for the UK gambling sector.

Regulation, policy and sector sustainability
It was an opportunity for stakeholders and policymakers to examine key issues for sector regulation and for customers and interest groups, with discussion on developments in UK gambling policy and industry trends, and the way forward for responsible sustainability of the sector, including next steps for advertising, sponsorship, and tackling the gambling black market.

Statutory levy
Delegates considered both immediate and longer-term priorities in the context of statutory levy implementation, as the sector prepares for first payments in October 2025. We expected discussion on the levy’s governance, including issues of transparency and collaboration between government departments and the gambling regulator - through the Levy Programme Board and Advisory Group.

Resources, research and preventing harm
Delegates also assessed priorities for funding distribution and strategic approaches to research, prevention, and care, as well as implications for organisations in accessing financial support. Implementation of levy rate alignment with gambling harm will also be considered, as well as putting in place an evidence-based process to adequately monitor the impact of gambling, and what constitutes a comprehensive approach to harm prevention.

Consumer protection
Sessions explored latest thinking on how the economic viability of the gambling industry and opportunities for growth can best be balanced with the need for robust consumer protection measures.

Priorities for evaluating the impact of policy reform were also discussed, including the role of the Lived Experience Advisory Panel and Evaluation Advisory Group in guiding research. Areas for discussion included early indications of the impact of newly introduced stake limits, learnings from phase one of the ongoing financial risk assessments pilot, and implications of increased regulation on operational costs and consumer behaviour.

Innovation, customer service and tackling the black market
The agenda also looked at developments and opportunities for innovation and technology in addressing negative impacts of gambling, including the way forward for data analytics and responsible design principles, as well as the potential for new approaches in research and care funded by the statutory levy.

Innovation in customer services were also considered, including the way forward for use of AI and other technologies in customer targeting, age verification, and addressing emerging concerns, including in the online space. Delegates also assessed strategies for tackling the gambling black market and unlicensed operators, including the role payment services providers might play in blocking payments, options for restricting advertising, and priorities for targeted criminal enforcement.

Advertising and sponsorship
Further sessions examined the future of gambling advertising and sponsorship, and possible knock-on impacts of the Premier League banning front-of-shirt gambling sponsors from the end of the 2025/26 season. Attendees considered strategic approaches for the gambling sector, including options for cross-industry collaboration on frameworks and assurances on advertising and sponsorship that is appropriate, responsible and does not exacerbate harm.

There was also discussion on options for tackling the increasing prevalence of white label operators using football to advertise globally, the impact of gambling promotion on young people, and options for increasing customer choice in direct marketing.

Overall areas for discussion included:

• statutory levy: implementation of 2023 white paper reforms - establishing effective governance structures - alignment of levy with evidence-based harm data
• funding: priorities for UKRI, NHS England, and the prevention commissioner for funding distribution - transparent allocation of funds
• policy reform: assessing implications of stake limit introductions - impact on consumer behaviour - mitigating risks for younger adults - evaluating short and long-term regulatory outcomes - operator costs
• game design: next steps for implementation of safer options - slower play features - adapting online slots to reduce harm - removing auto play functions - clarifying responsibilities for operators
• financial checks: addressing privacy and data concerns - provision of customer information - avoiding unnecessary friction for low-risk gamblers - initial findings from the financial risk assessment pilot
• advertising and sponsorship: addressing concerns around youth exposure - tackling prevalence of white label operators - potential for industry-wide safeguards - international issues
• technology and data analytics: harnessing AI for early harm detection - promoting responsible design principles - scaling solutions such as GamProtect - next-gen regulatory frameworks
• regulation and sector sustainability: proportional rules for smaller operators - industry competitiveness - assessing social and economic benefits - tackling the gambling black market
• enforcement: the Gambling Commission’s approach - collaboration - tackling unlicensed operators - inter-operator cooperation - clarifying roles for suppliers, ISPs, and payment providers

All delegates were able to contribute to the output of the conference, which will be shared with parliamentary, ministerial, departmental and regulatory offices, and more widely. This includes the full proceedings and additional articles submitted by delegates. As well as key stakeholders, those who attended include parliamentary pass-holders from the House of Lords and officials from DCMS; DBT; DfC, NI; HMPPS; HMRC; and Ofcom.

This conference assessed policy priorities for unlocking growth and investment in UK creative industries.

With the sector having been identified as a key growth-driving area in the Government’s forthcoming Invest 2035: UK’s Modern Industrial Strategy, it was an opportunity for stakeholders and policymakers to discuss priorities for the Creative Industries Taskforce in the development of the Creative Industries Sector Plan. The agenda included a focus on what the creative industries sector needs from the plan, including strategies for addressing challenges in attracting investment, scaling creative businesses, and developing a skilled workforce - with the plan expected to be published alongside the upcoming Spending Review in June.

Investment
With over £300m of targeted funding support announced by the Government in 2025, we expected discussion on priorities for cultural regeneration and transformation projects in achieving growth, supporting local communities, and maintaining financial resilience. Next steps for driving further public and private investment in the sector were also discussed, as well as the way forward for attracting inward investment, and strategies for remaining internationally competitive.

It was also an opportunity to assess next steps for tackling barriers to growth, including strategies for a joined-up approach to scaling SMEs and start-ups, support needed for navigating the funding landscape, and next steps for breaking into international markets. 

Regional growth
Delegates also assessed the way forward for fostering regional development and accelerating creative growth across the UK, with an independent review of Arts Council England currently examining equitability of funding, regional disparities, and access to the arts. Priorities for the relaunch of the Creative Industries Clusters Programme were also discussed, as well as the way forward for remaining competitive in creative R&D, and opportunities for creating new geographic and sectoral partnerships.

Skills
Priorities for addressing skills shortages in the creative industries were considered. Delegates assessed strategies for strengthening relationships with the education sector and priorities for the expansion of the Creative Careers Programme. They considered digital and financial upskilling of the workforce, with Creative PEC highlighting the challenges for creative businesses in adapting to technological change and innovation.

Creative subsectors
Further sessions focused on the needs of creative subsectors, including options for the expansion of sector-specific tax relief, and opportunities for regulation in stimulating innovation and private investment. Strategies for protecting freelancers and the wider workforce in creative industries were also discussed, with members of the House of Lords calling for a freelancer commissioner in February 2025.

CreaTech
Delegates also examined how creative businesses, including SMEs, could be better supported to take advantage of emerging technology, looking at issues around AI, copyright, and creative IP, and opportunities for innovation and technology to support productivity in the context of the AI Opportunities Action Plan. Priorities for creative rights holders were discussed, including the way forward for striking a balance between AI and copyright, with the Government considering responses around transparency, AI model training, and creator remuneration. 

We are pleased to have been able to include keynote sessions with: Annie Gascoyne, Chief Economist, BBC; Bernard Hay, Head of Policy, Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre; Adrian Wootton, Chief Executive, British Film Commission; and Dr Vicki Williams, Manager, Policy and Partnerships, CoSTAR Foresight Lab, Loughborough University London.

All delegates were able to contribute to the output of the conference, which will be shared with parliamentary, ministerial, departmental and regulatory offices, and more widely. This includes the full proceedings and additional articles submitted by delegates. As well as key stakeholders, those who attended include parliamentary pass-holders from the House of Commons and officials from MHCLG; DBT; DSIT; DfC, NI; Ofcom; Skills England; the Welsh Government; and The Scottish Government.

This conference focused on priorities for policy, regulation, and industry best practice in tackling disinformation and deepfakes in the UK.

It brought stakeholders and policymakers together to discuss strategies for managing challenges associated with harmful and false content online, alongside implementation of measures to improve online safety and consideration of implications for freedom of expression.

Sessions in the agenda examined recent developments, such as the proposal to criminalise creation of sexually explicit deepfake images and related offences under the Crime and Policing Bill currently progressing through Parliament, as well as the current regulatory approach under the Online Safety Act.

Algorithms and business models
Delegates also considered proposals to increase transparency in algorithmic decision-making and measures to enhance enforcement mechanisms for online platforms as the Science, Innovation and Technology Committee continues its inquiry into social media algorithms and their role in spreading harmful content. They further considered options for adjustment of some social media practices and business models so as to reduce the spread of harmful content, including potential incentives or regulatory frameworks to support this being achieved.

International policy and news sources
The conference came with the Foreign Affairs Committee having launched an inquiry into the threat posed to the UK by disinformation campaigns, and in the context of recent developments within the US regarding protection of free speech and decisions by major social media platforms to adopt community-based fact checking systems.

Discussion was expected on responsibilities of providers and creators in the UK, including priorities for establishing clarity for stakeholders, alongside strategies for enforcing accountability, sanctions and redress. We also expected a focus on implications of international divergence on approaches to misinformation and disinformation for policy, practice and social media markets in the UK, EU and globally.

The evolving landscape for journalism was assessed, looking at what is needed to safeguard the provision of reliable news in a changing media environment, maintain diverse and trustworthy news sources, and support local journalism.

Media literacy
Further sessions discussed support for consumers and citizens in navigating the World Wide Web, in the context of the increased prevalence of misinformation. We expected the agenda to bring out latest thinking on measures to promote resilience through education and digital literacy, and to enhance protections against harmful online content, including priorities for Ofcom’s Advisory Committee on Disinformation and its Media Literacy Strategy.

We are pleased to have been able to include keynote sessions with: Chi Onwurah MP, Chair, Science, Innovation and Technology Committee (pre-recorded contribution); Krisztina Stump, Head, Media Convergence and Social Media Unit, European Commission; Juliana Gragnani, Assistant Editor, BBC Global Disinformation Unit; Professor Martin Innes, Director, Security, Crime and Intelligence Innovation Institute, Cardiff University; Julian McDougall, Professor, Media and Education, Bournemouth University; and Chair, Media and Information Literacy Alliance; Professor Vian Bakir, Professor, Journalism and Political Communication, Bangor University; and Kate Worthington, Senior Revenge Porn Helpline Practitioner, South West Grid for Learning.

All delegates were able to contribute to the output of the conference, which will be shared with parliamentary, ministerial, departmental and regulatory offices, and more widely. This includes the full proceedings and additional articles submitted by delegates. As well as key stakeholders, those who attended include parliamentary pass-holders from the House of Commons and officials from DBT; DfE; DSIT; DHSC; GLD; HoC; HMCTS; HM Treasury; Home Office; ICO, MoD; NCA; Ofcom; NCSC; Education Scotland; DTCAGSM, ROI; Government of Jersey; Isle of Man Government; The Scottish Government; and the Welsh Government.

This conference examined the future of public service media in the UK. It was an opportunity to discuss key considerations for Ofcom’s Review of Public Service Media.

Stakeholders and policymakers discussed latest thinking on strategic options for supporting future sustainability, looking at the way forward for navigating financial pressures, including rising costs, an increasingly fragmented and competitive media marketplace, and volatility in revenue streams such as linear advertising. The future position of the BBC was also discussed, with the DCMS announcing a license fee increase from April 2025 alongside commitments to consider funding options in the upcoming Charter Review.

With continuing evolution of audience viewing habits, delegates assessed the way forward for ensuring sustained quality, production and delivery of UK content, as well as opportunities for content diversification and the use of video-sharing platforms in connecting with younger audiences.

The conference was also an opportunity to assess next steps for PSBs in delivering updated remits, including the way forward for meeting regional and independent production quotas, as well as the role of on-demand and third party services in meeting obligations. Those attending assessed implications for the independent production sector, including support that may be needed in different nations and regions.

Delegates considered policy frameworks, support and sector action that will be needed to ensure the free availability of public service media for UK audiences across all ages and community groups, including access to high-quality news, strategies for broadcasters to tackle the impact of misinformation and disinformation, and the role of PSBs in media literacy education.

Next steps for investment in digital platforms and online rollout of services were also discussed. Delegates examineed PSB transition strategies, such as the BBC’s Digital-First approach and Channel 4’s Fast Forward strategy, looking at diversifying content production and connecting with younger audiences, as well as tackling challenges around ensuring universal access.

Sessions in the agenda examined key issues for the implementation of the Media Act 2024, with Ofcom consulting on the designation of television selection services that must carry on-demand players offered by UK PSBs. Delegates considered how the methodology of designating platforms might function, as well as implications for the prominence and availability of PSB apps on connected TV platforms.

With the Government having requested a report from Ofcom on the state of the UK VoD market, delegates also considered priorities for the design and implementation of the new VoD Code, including implications for services operated by PSBs.

We are pleased to have been able to include keynote sessions with: Mark Griffin, Deputy Director, TV Policy, DCMS; Helen Burrows, Controller, Distribution, BBC; Khalid Hayat, Director, Strategy and Consumer Insight, Channel 4; Emily Oyama, Policy Director, Producers Alliance for Cinema and Television; Cyrine Amor, Research Manager, Ampere Analysis; and Rupert Darbyshire, Partner, Deloitte.

Overall, areas for discussion included:

• policy and regulation: key considerations for Ofcom’s Review of Public Service Media - assessing implementation of the Media Act 2024 - design and implementation of the VoD Code and guidance
• public service remits: meeting quotas on regional and independent production - assessing revised remits - delivery via linear and on-demand services - implications for the wider TV sector
• prominence: priorities for the designation of television selection services - principles and methods used - implications for online platforms in ensuring PSB availability and prominence
• audiences: strategies for adapting content to changing viewing habits - protecting and supporting digital literacy for younger audiences - role of video-sharing platforms
• news: the way forward for supporting audiences in accessing high-quality news - role of PSBs in tackling misinformation and disinformation - addressing algorithmic impacts
• funding: ensuring financial sustainability of public service media - assessing commercial revenue options - support needed for delivery of UK content - assessing alternative funding models
• independent production: impact of changing viewing habits on the independent production sector - key considerations for sustainability - next steps for the development of Channel 4 in-house production

All delegates were able to contribute to the output of the conference, which will be shared with parliamentary, ministerial, departmental and regulatory offices, and more widely. This includes the full proceedings and additional articles submitted by delegates. As well as key stakeholders, those that attended include officials from DCMS; Ofcom; DBT; OSR; the Home Office; DTCAGSM, ROI; and the Welsh Government.

This conference focused on the future for football governance and regulation in England.

It brought together stakeholders and policymakers to discuss priorities and next steps in light of the Government reintroducing the Football Governance Bill, which aims to establish an Independent Football Regulator (IFR) and support the financial sustainability of football clubs in England’s top five leagues.

The agenda included a focus on the scope of the regulator, with discussion on the safeguarding of club assets, the expansion of backstop powers to intervene in revenue distribution and parachute payments, and operation of a licensing system. Delegates assessed strengthened provisions for increased fan engagement, including requirements for consultation on matters such as ticket prices, strategic direction and club heritage.

Sessions brought out latest thinking on club ownership and governance, alongside priorities for the operation of new Owners’ and Directors’ Tests and the potential impact on future investment in English football. We also expected discussion on the scope and direction of policy relating to the proposed Football Club Corporate Governance Code, including the way forward for mandating compliance and assessing new requirements for clubs to publish equality, diversity and inclusion reports.

Delegates examined issues around the remit and role of the independent regulator and its relationships and coordination with existing league, national and international football governing bodies, after UEFA warned ministers in September against what they termed government interference in sporting competition. Priorities for ensuring independence and regulatory transparency were discussed, as well as regulatory intervention in the suitability of new club owners.

Further sessions focused on the operation of the so-called shadow regulator - the body established by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport to lay the groundwork for the IFR - including what will be needed to ensure a smooth transition to full regulation and preparatory work for the publishing of the State of the Game report.

It was also an opportunity to consider approaches to financial sustainability in women’s football and the priorities for the newly established Women’s Professional League running the top two leagues in England.

We are pleased to have been able to include keynote sessions with: Ben Dean, Director, Sport and Gambling, DCMS; Martyn Henderson, Interim Chief Operating Officer, Shadow Regulator; Clare Sumner CBE, Chief Policy and Corporate Affairs Officer, Premier League; Jean-Marc Mickeler, Chairman, Professional Club Control Commission, Direction Nationale du Contrôle de Gestion; Mark Ives, CEO, The National League; and Jonny Gray, Senior Managing Director, Ankura.

Overall, areas for discussion included:

• regulatory powers:
  
  • assessing provisions in the Football Governance Bill - implementation of a club licensing system
  • key considerations for proportionality - thresholds for financial and non-financial penalties - examining powers to protect community assets
  • strengthened fan engagement - provisions for consultations on ticket prices
• financial sustainability:
  
  • inclusion of parachute payments in the IFR’s remit - assessing backstop powers to intervene in revenue distribution
  • scope for future financial regulation of the women’s game
• club ownership:
  
  • assessing changes to the Owners’ and Directors’ Tests - expectations for current and future owners - the way forward for fan engagement in ownership models
  • implications for future investment in English football
• international interoperability:
  
  • alignment with existing UEFA and FIFA regulations - concerns over government interference in sporting competition - priorities for independence and transparency
• corporate governance:
  
  • assessing the design and adoption of a Football Club Corporate Governance Code - requirements for annual reporting and mandating compliance 
  • equality, diversity and inclusion reporting - options for widening its scope - women’s football - considerations around athletes’ rights and welfare - environmental sustainability 
• shadow regulator:
  
  • State of the Game report - expectations of key stakeholders in engaging with the regulator - scope and operation - achieving a smooth transition to full regulation
  • Board and Expert Panel appointments

All delegates were able to contribute to the output of the conference, which will be shared with parliamentary, ministerial, departmental and regulatory offices, and more widely. This includes the full proceedings and additional articles submitted by delegates. As well as key stakeholders, those that attended include parliamentary pass-holders from both Houses of Parliament and officials from DCMS; DBT; DSIT; DfT; HoC Library; NCA; and The Scottish Government.