Unlocking Scotland’s construction industry: what's the key to development and boosting our economy?

The construction and property industry in Scotland contributes a significant amount to our economy – but 10 years after the crash we have once again faced turbulent times. Some businesses are performing extremely well and maximising opportunities, yet we have also seen the demise of both large and small companies across the industry. With an increasing population, a market which may lose skills and labour due to Brexit, a lack of quality office space, and an increasing need for homes, Scotland now more than ever, needs its property and construction industry to open its door with solutions. As we all know, clarity around the UK’s economic position is hard to come by at present – but we all also know that the country still needs a thriving construction industry.

As we all know, clarity around the UK’s economic position is hard to come by at present – but we all also know that the country still needs a thriving construction industry. So in turbulent economic times, what can be done to unlock development and how can we continue to support an industry which contributes resources, skills, finance and infrastructure to Scotland’s economy?

Mackenzie England invite you to join us at 200 SVS for this panel debate to hear from a range of experts as they discuss their experiences and challenges and outline their views on the key to successful development of Scotland’s economy. At this event in association with RICS Scotland, Matrics, CIOB and Novus, you will have the opportunity to participate in the debate and explore your role in Scotland’s economic future.

The event will open with networking drinks and canapes at 6pm with the debate kicking off at 6.30pm.

This event is free to attend and open to all interested parties*, however spaces are limited so please register here to participate in this opportunity to question, engage with and learn from fellow market professionals. After registering to attend, you will be invited to submit questions for the panel to contribute to the debate on the night. [*Please note this event is not open to recruitment companies.]

Panel:

chaired by: Kevin Bradley, Managing Partner, The Glenmhor Partnership

Will Dowson, Agent for Scotland, Bank of England

Jonathan Kelly, Director - Large Corporate Group, Santander UK plc

Stephen Lewis, Managing Director, HFD Property Group Ltd

Lynn Smith, Senior Director – Development, Aviva Investors

Gary Mappin, Director – Planning, Iceni

Murray Collins, Managing Director, Fusion Assets Ltd