May 2021
Event
13.05.2021
Renew London: how will the future of work impact on a return to the capital?
As London and the rest of the country starts to unlock, join us for a panel discussion on the intersection between the return to work and the economic recovery of our city centres.
In collaboration with Avison Young and EY



Event
11.05.2021
London First Chair & CEO virtual roundtable - May
These informal virtual roundtables provide senior business leaders — chairs and CEOs — in membership with the opportunity to discuss the impact of Covid-19 on business, the capital and the economy and to look ahead to what business and the government will need to focus on to support the capital’s recovery. All discussions take place under the Chatham House rule.



Event
04.05.2021
Net Zero Carbon (NZC) working group meeting
The Net Zero Carbon (NZC) working group brings together 50+ leading London businesses to help shape our response to climate action. Last year we published a Business Manifesto for Delivering Net Zero Carbon in London, which sets out the required action by business and the Mayor to deliver against London’s ambitious climate reduction targets by 2050.
April 2021
Event
29.04.2021
Business Advisory Group meeting
London First’s Business Advisory Group was established in response to the pandemic to connect the business voice with government at all levels, articulating London’s recovery needs and harnessing the power and collective insight of London’s business leaders to help shape a vision for London’s recovery. The meetings are hosted by our Chairman Paul Drechsler.
Event
28.04.2021
2021 Mayor of London Business Hustings
The London Business Board and Bloomberg invite you to join us for our 2021 Mayor of London Business Hustings with candidates Shaun Bailey AM, Sian Berry AM, Rt Hon Sadiq Khan and Luisa Porritt.
As part of the London Business Board



Event
26.04.2021
Shifting gears - business planning for a return to growth
AlixPartners is a global specialist in helping business solve complex and critical challenges. In working with some of the biggest firms in the world, AlixPartners have a unique perspective on how business leaders should plan in times of uncertainty.
In this roundtable Jeff Drake and Glen Fietta, AlixPartners Managing Directors, will set out a scenarios-based planning approach to help CEOs and boards plan ahead. Members should leave with practical ideas and next steps to help navigate their own firm-level planning.
In collaboration with AlixPartners



Event
22.04.2021
London First Chair & CEO virtual roundtable - April
These informal virtual roundtables provide senior business leaders — chairs and CEOs — in membership with the opportunity to discuss the impact of Covid-19 on business, the capital and the economy and to look ahead to what business and the government will need to focus on to support the capital’s recovery. All discussions take place under the Chatham House rule.



Event
21.04.2021
Data for London – a briefing on London First’s data strategy and its role in recovery
Last year London First successfully launch the recommendations of the London Data Commission, which set out a new vision for how to promote more data collaboration between the public and private sector to solve civic challenges and make a positive impact on the lives of Londoners.
This webinar is briefing on how the data agenda is progressing in London, and a chance for members to hear more about how data is being put at the heart of the London’s recovery planning.



March 2021
Event
31.03.2021
The Future of the CAZ
The Future of the CAZ is a study undertaken by Arup, Gerald Eve and the London School of Economics for the Mayor of London on the economic future of the Central Activities Zone.
In collaboration with Arup, Gerald Eve LLP and London School of Economics
Event
31.03.2021
A focus on Digital Skills in partnership with Future Dot Now
An ongoing events series (currently virtual) to discuss key skills issues, for members to promote their good practice, and to foster better collaboration between business and education. The monthly sessions showcase data/evidence to frame the discussion, members present on what they are doing to tackle the challenge in their organisation and network; followed by discussion and questions on how this good practice could apply to other organisations. This group is open to all, so if you would like to get involved please contact
Future Dot Now



Event
30.03.2021
Business Advisory Group meeting
London First’s Business Advisory Group was established in response to the pandemic to connect the business voice with government at all levels, articulating London’s recovery needs and harnessing the power and collective insight of London’s business leaders to help shape a vision for London’s recovery. The meetings are hosted by our Chairman Paul Drechsler and our CEO Jasmine Whitbread.
Event
17.03.2021
Considering the case for private investment into affordable housing
This virtual meeting will examine the case for attracting further private investment into the affordable housing sector, as well as the public policy changes that are required to facilitate this. You will gain access to exclusive market insights and hear expert analysis from investors and key public sector stakeholders, including the Regulator of Social Housing. There will also be an opportunity to give your views on this subject during the breakout sessions towards the end of the meeting.
In collaboration with Arcadis and CBRE
Event
16.03.2021
Roundtable with Cllr Simon Miller, Cabinet Member for Economic Growth and Housing Development London Borough of Waltham Forest
Councillor Simon Miller will lead a roundtable discussion with members regarding the work that Waltham Forest is doing to increase house building in the borough. Members will be able to put their questions to him after the discussion via the Q&A session.



Event
11.03.2021
Partner roundtable with Robert Peston, ITV’s Political Editor
Robert Peston, ITV’s Political Editor will join us for the next event in our exclusive Partner Series, taking part in an in-depth discussion.
In collaboration with EY



Event
05.03.2021
Transport in London: The future and funding of TfL
The pandemic has broken TfL’s funding model and the traditional levers are unlikely to be sufficient to fill the gap. Arup and London First have proposed four new ideas to help: a London Vehicle Ownership Duty to replace VED; smart road user charging; a London Mobility Service; and a fully integrated fares system.
In collaboration with Arup



Event
02.03.2021
Chair and CEO virtual roundtable
These informal virtual roundtables provide senior business leaders — chairs and CEOs — in membership with the opportunity to discuss the impact of Covid-19 on business, the capital and the economy and to look ahead to what business and the government will need to focus on to support the capital’s recovery. All discussions take place under the Chatham House rule.
February 2021
Event
26.02.2021
The Future of London’s Roads
London’s roads were strained before the pandemic with behavioural change fuelling congestion and new technologies from electric vehicles to ride hailing apps challenging long-held approaches. Covid has accelerated many of these trends and led to a reassessment of how we allocate road space in the capital.



Event
24.02.2021
Business Advisory Group - February
London First’s Business Advisory Group is made up of 20 leaders from cross-sector businesses to look at the big picture questions the capital needs to answer to secure London’s recovery from the COVID-19 and stay competitive into the future. The group is chaired by our Chairman Paul Drechsler and connects the business voice with government at all levels.



Event
23.02.2021
Data for London
The Data for London (D4L) Working Group continues the momentum created by the London Data Commission, and works closely with the GLA and the boroughs, lending a strong business voice for data-collaboration to solve city challenges. Our aim is to encourage purposeful data collaborations amongst public sector agencies across London and between the public and private sector to solve civic challenges and make a positive impact on the lives of Londoners.



Event
23.02.2021
Briefing with Councillor Jack Hopkins, Leader of Lambeth Council
As part of our series of events with the leaders of London’s most vibrant boroughs, please join us for a virtual briefing with Councillor Jack Hopkins, Leader of Lambeth Council.
This event will be an excellent opportunity to hear the Leader discuss both his priorities for Lambeth and the key challenges and opportunities for growth in the borough.
In collaboration with Foxtons
Event
12.02.2021
The Future of London’s Roads
London’s roads were strained before the pandemic with behavioural change fuelling congestion and new technologies from electric vehicles to ride hailing apps challenging long-held approaches. Covid has accelerated many of these trends and led to a reassessment of how we allocate road space in the capital.



Event
10.02.2021
In conversation with Rickardo Hyatt, Executive Director, Housing and Land, GLA
Join us for a briefing and discussion with Rickardo Hyatt, Interim Deputy Executive Director of Housing and Land at the GLA. As part of our regular engagement with key decision makers in London, Rickardo will discuss the main housing issues currently confronting City Hall including: the current state of the housing market in London; the latest steps being taken to support housebuilding in the capital; and the Mayor’s new affordable housing programme.
In collaboration with Peabody



Event
09.02.2021
London First AGM 2021 and Manifesto for London Strategy Session
The formal business of our AGM will commence at 8.30am, with the Manifesto session running from 8.50am for a 10.30am close.



Event
04.02.2021
Universities in the Covid-19 Era: What is the emerging picture of student occupancy telling us?
Universities started the Autumn semester with an understandable lack of clarity on student occupancy and finished it undertaking the mammoth task of mass student testing to return them safely home. As we enter the start of a new term, this roundtable will explore the emerging picture of how HE estates are being used.
In collaboration with JLL
Event
03.02.2021
Who lives in Build to Rent
This event will see the formal launch of the ‘Who lives in Build-to-Rent’ report.
In collaboration with: BPF and UKAA Our Partners: Apo Group, Dataloft, Foxtons, Get Living, Grainger and HomeViews



Event
02.02.2021
Chair and CEO virtual roundtable
These informal virtual roundtables provide senior business leaders — chairs and CEOs — in membership with the opportunity to discuss the impact of Covid-19 on business, the capital and the economy and to look ahead to what business and the government will need to focus on to support the capital’s recovery. All discussions take place under the Chatham House rule.
January 2021
Event
29.01.2021
The Future of London’s Roads
London’s roads were strained before the pandemic with behavioural change fuelling congestion and new technologies from electric vehicles to ride hailing apps challenging long-held approaches. Covid has accelerated many of these trends and led to a reassessment of how we allocate road space in the capital.



Event
26.01.2021
Building London Summit 2021
Join London’s biggest gathering of built environment experts — Building London Summit 2021
2020 brought a sharp shock to our built environment sector. What needs to happen now for this vital sphere to build back better, and capitalise on opportunity as it does so?

Event
21.01.2021
A 21st Century London: the route to recovery
Join us for a discussion on how to secure the best possible recovery for the capital.
Over the last few months, we’ve brought together your CEOs and Chairs, as well as our Business Advisory Group, to support us in creating a vision for a 21st Century London and to feed in their perspectives on how to get there. We’d now like to get your take on what these plans mean for your business, what’s missing and what you’d like to see us championing to secure a rapid and robust recovery in the year ahead.



Event
19.01.2021
Business Advisory Group - January
London First’s Business Advisory Group is made up of 20 leaders from cross-sector businesses to look at the big picture questions the capital needs to answer to secure London’s recovery from the COVID-19 and stay competitive into the future. The group is chaired by our Chairman Paul Drechsler and connects the business voice with government at all levels.



Event
13.01.2021
A 21st Century London: the route to recovery
Join us for a discussion on how to secure the best possible recovery for the capital.
Over the last few months, we’ve brought together your CEOs and Chairs, as well as our Business Advisory Group, to support us in creating a vision for a 21st Century London and to feed in their perspectives on how to get there. We’d now like to get your take on what these plans mean for your business, what’s missing and what you’d like to see us championing to secure a rapid and robust recovery in the year ahead.



Event
12.01.2021
In Conversation with CEO of the Infrastructure and Projects Authority
Join us to hear insights from Nick Smallwood, CEO of the Infrastructure and Projects Authority, into how the Covid-19 crisis will affect the delivery of the UK’s infrastructure pipeline. What are the actions being taken by the Infrastructure Projects Authority, which sits inside HM Treasury, to help improve the way infrastructure and major projects are delivered?
In collaboration with the Nichols Group



Event
07.01.2021
Chair and CEO virtual roundtable
These informal virtual roundtables provide senior business leaders — chairs and CEOs — in membership with the opportunity to discuss the impact of Covid-19 on business, the capital and the economy and to look ahead to what business and the government will need to focus on to support the capital’s recovery. All discussions take place under the Chatham House rule.
December 2020
Event
14.12.2020
Business Advisory Group - December
London First’s Business Advisory Group is made up of 20 leaders from cross-sector businesses to look at the big picture questions the capital needs to answer to secure London’s recovery from the COVID-19 and stay competitive into the future. The group is chaired by our Chairman Paul Drechsler and connects the business voice with government at all levels.



Event
08.12.2020
The Data for London (D4L) Working Group
The Data for London (D4L) Working Group continues the momentum created by the London Data Commission, and works closely with the GLA and the boroughs, lending a strong business voice for data-collaboration to solve city challenges. Our aim is to encourage purposeful data collaborations amongst public sector agencies across London and between the public and private sector to solve civic challenges and make a positive impact on the lives of Londoners.



October 2020
Event
20.10.2020
London Infrastructure Summit 2020
London Infrastructure Summit 2020 is going digital
Immerse yourself in our virtual event experience and join London’s infrastructure leaders across our two-day conference focussed on London’s Post Covid-19 recovery and beyond.
Join the debate on the most pressing issues in the sector today at London’s biggest gathering of infrastructure experts. We’ll be talking investment, resilience, data and more.
Event
15.10.2020
briefing with LocatED - delivering new schools and homes in London
Join us for a briefing with LocatED, an arms-length body to the Department for Education. It is responsible for buying and developing sites in England to help deliver new school places for thousands of children.



Event
13.10.2020
In Conversation with Tom Copley, Deputy Mayor for Housing and Residential Development
Join us in conversation with Tom Copley, Deputy Mayor for Housing and Residential Development at the GLA.
In collaboration with Peabody



Event
07.10.2020
Education and skills for a post-Covid economy: building a long-term vision and plan
One of the most important lessons of Covid19 is that Education & Skills really matter. They are the only way to ensure future generations can deal with the challenges of global development, health and Climate Change. I am delighted to be hosting a roundtable discussion on this theme.
In collaboration with the Foundation for Education Development



September 2020
Event
24.09.2020
Planning White Paper Briefing with Simon Gallagher, Planning Director at MHCLG
Join us for a personal briefing from Simon Gallagher, Planning Director at MHCLG to hear more about the Government’s thinking behind the Planning White Paper and their proposed reforms.
Due to the forthcoming Devolution White Paper, it was not possible to provide any detail on London specifically, but this will be a chance to pose questions to Simon on what the reforms could mean for London.
In collaboration with CarneySweeney



January 2020
Event
30.01.2020
Building London Summit 2020
Join London’s biggest gathering of built environment experts — Building London 2020
What to expect at the summit
- Insights from the capital’s experts and decision-makers on the issues shaping the built environment sector following the general election and ahead of London’s Mayoral election <
June 2019
Event
25.06.2019
London Summer Business Lunch
Bringing together the capital’s most influential people across government and business. We look forward to hearing key remarks from George Osborne, Editor of the Evening Standard, Chair of the Northern Powerhouse Partnership and former Chancellor of the Exchequer, on what’s next for our capital city.
12.15pm drinks reception
1.00pm — 2.30pm Lunch and keynote speech
January 2019
Event
30.01.2019
Building London - The Housing and Property Summit
At our one-day Summit leaders across commercial property, housing and the broader built environment join key political players to tackle London’s big development questions: