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Be part of the future of housing at UKREiiF 2026

We're proud to be attending the UK’s Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF) 2026, taking place in Leeds from 19–21 May.

Together with Future Homes Hub, Barclays and Homes England, we are co-hosting the Future Homes Pavilion – a dedicated space bringing the industry together to shape the future of housing delivery.

Join us to explore innovation, collaboration and practical solutions for delivering better homes and communities across the UK.

What to expect

  • Connect with industry leaders

    Meet organisations from across home building, government, finance and the supply chain.

  • Gain expert insights

    Hear from leading voices on the future of housing, policy and delivery.

  • Explore innovation

    Discover new ideas shaping sustainable, high-quality homes and communities.

  • Stay ahead

    Understand how the industry is responding to ambitious housing targets.

Introducing the Future Homes Pavilion

The Future Homes Pavilion will be the sector’s central meeting point at UKREiiF 2026.

Bringing together partners from across the public and private sectors, the Pavilion will demonstrate how collaboration, innovation and investment can accelerate the delivery of high-quality homes and sustainable communities.

Featuring a diverse programme of expert speakers and market-led presentations, the Pavilion will welcome delegates from across the housing and construction ecosystem.

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Agenda - Future Homes Pavilion

Join our sessions at the Future Homes Pavilion for a focused programme of discussions and networking.

In conversation with… The benefits and challenges on urban regeneration
10:30 – 11:30
Vicky Payne (Head of Place and Nature, Future Homes Hub), Tom Copley (Deputy Mayor of London for Housing and Residential Development) and Rob Perrins (Chair, Berkeley Group)
Exploring how urban regeneration can deliver sustainable homes, overcome planning and infrastructure challenges and support long-term community growth.

Mission Future Homes Standard: collaborating to build homes customers love
12:00 – 13:00
Mike Woolliscroft (Parklife Partnerships), Elizabeth Froude (CEO, Sage Homes), David Adams (Strategic Advisor, Future Homes Hub), Ian Hoad (CEO, Keepmoat) and Gemma Smith (CEO, Strata)
Examining how the sector can collaborate to meet Future Homes Standard requirements while balancing cost, quality and long-term sustainability goals.

A partnership approach to Housing
14:30 – 15:30
Stuart Foster (Head of UK Coverage, Barclays Corporate Banking), David Lewis (Exec Group Director of Property and Investment, L&Q), Stephen Teagle (Chief Executive Partnerships and Regeneration, Vistry), Simon Century (National Housing Bank, Homes England), Steven Rotheram (Mayor, Liverpool), Zoe Lamb (Head of Client Transition and Impact, Barclays Corporate Banking) and Alison Gray (Head of Social Housing Debt Finance, Barclays)
Highlighting how public and private sector collaboration can unlock housing delivery, improve viability and support sustainable communities across the UK.

In conversation with… Unlocking potential housing delivery for the West Midlands
15:45 – 16:30
Tim Reid (Customer Relationship Director, NHBC) and Richard Parker (Mayor, West Midlands Combined Authority)
Exploring how regional leadership and investment can unlock housing growth, addressing planning, land and infrastructure challenges in the West Midlands.

Quality and Scale: Can we deliver better homes faster?
10:30 – 11:30
Vicky Payne (Head of Place and Nature, Future Homes Hub), Michelle Sacks (CEO, Huntingdonshire District Council), Andrew Taylor (Group Planning and Sustainability Director, Vistry) and Joanna Averley (Chief Planner, MHCLG)
Examining how the industry can increase housing delivery speed while maintaining quality, through better policy alignment, innovation and placemaking.

The skills gap and the need for sustainable homes
12:00 – 13:00
Niki Kyriacou (Sector Lead, Build to Rent, NHBC), Roger Morton (Director of Business Change, NHBC), Andy George (Director of Industry Attraction and Skills, HBF), Mark Farmer (Founder, CAST) and Sarah McCready (Land and Planning Director, Barking Riverside Limited)
Exploring how the sector can address skills shortages and build a workforce capable of delivering sustainable, low-carbon homes at scale.

Special Event – Details to be Announced Soon
14:00 – 15:00
A placeholder session to be announced, showcasing key insights, speakers, or developments relevant to the future of housing and construction.

In conversation with... Andy Burnham (Mayor of Greater Manchester)
15:15 – 16:15

In conversation with… How to unlock investment into the sector
09:30 – 10:15
Jason Constable (Head of UK Real Estate, Barclays Corporate Banking) and Kim McGuinness (Mayor, North East)
Discussing how to attract investment into housing, addressing barriers, improving confidence and enabling long-term growth across the sector.

The Future of Housing: Standing the test of time
10:30 – 11:30
Sue Riddlestone (Chief Executive, Bioregional), Laura Stone (COO, Greencore Construction), Nicola Mathers (CEO, Future of London),  Sarah Greenwood (Assistant Director Sustainability & Design, Homes England) and Graeme Smith (Group Innovation and Design Director, Untypical)
Exploring how homes can be designed to meet future needs, focusing on resilience, adaptability and long-term sustainability in a changing world.

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