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Thursday 10 September 2026, 8:00 - 12:00

voco Sheffield by IHG, 119 Norfolk St, Sheffield City Centre

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South Yorkshire Development Update 2026

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This conference will explore what is shaping the region, including the impact of the reopening of Doncaster Sheffield Airport and the ongoing revitalisation of Sheffield. Bringing these topics together, the conference will examine what they mean for future development across the region, providing the insights and knowledge you need to understand the opportunities and challenges ahead.

Speakers confirmed include

Kate Martin, SCC p SCC

Kate Martin

executive director, Sheffield City Council

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Jonathan Wilson

managing director, Citu

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Jonathan Wilson

managing director, Citu

Both Citu and Wilson are dedicated to creating the most impactful places for our planet. With a deep passion for sustainable development and innovative design, he plays a key role in shaping Citu’s mission to build environmentally conscious, forward-thinking urban spaces. Wilson is also a commissioner for the Leeds Climate Commission
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Sian Stanhope, development manager, Urban Splash

Sian Stanhope

development manager, Urban Splash

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Sian Stanhope

development manager, Urban Splash

Stanhope leads two of the company’s flagship regeneration projects in Sheffield; the transformation of the Grade II-listed Park Hill – a brutalist landmark now reimagined as a vibrant community with hundreds of new homes, commercial spaces, and community amenities – and the redevelopment of the former Cole Brothers department store in the heart of the city centre. Prior to joining Urban Splash, she held key roles at LCR Property, where she led high-profile public sector collaborations and served as project lead on major schemes in Bedford (St John’s) and Hull, working closely with local authorities through initiatives such as the One Public Estate programme. Earlier in her career, she spent five years in local government, including with Barnsley Council, where she played a key role in the Principal Towns Project, helping to revitalise key areas across the borough. Stanhope is passionate about placemaking and long-term transformation, consistently championing development that delivers positive, lasting impact for communities.
Sian Stanhope, development manager, Urban Splash
Dan Harper, Barnsley Council p Barnsley Council

Dan Harper

head of economic development, Barnsley Council

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Dan Harper

head of economic development, Barnsley Council

Harper leads strategic initiatives to drive inclusive growth, investment and regeneration across Barnsley. With extensive experience in local government and place-based development, he oversees programmes spanning business support, inward investment, skills and town centre transformation, working closely with partners to deliver key economic priorities. Harper plays a central role in shaping Barnsley’s long-term economic vision, driving sustainable development and creating opportunities that benefit residents, businesses and communities across the borough.
Dan Harper, Barnsley Council p Barnsley Council
Rob Holmes, LCB p LCB

Rob Holmes

vice-principal, Leeds College of Building

Julian Stott ​​​​

development director, Peel Land

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Julian Stott ​​​​

development director, Peel Land

Stott is a development director within Peel Land, an ambitious land and regeneration business responsible for delivering some of the most transformational projects across the Yorkshire and the North West including residential, commercial and leisure destinations. Stott is a qualified Chartered Surveyor (RICS) and has worked in development and transactions for over 20 years across the UK and Europe, Middle East and Africa region.
Damian Allen, Doncaster Council, p Yasper Agency

Damian Allen

chief executive, Doncaster Council

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Damian Allen

chief executive, Doncaster Council

Prior to being chief executive at Doncaster Council, Allen held the Council’s statutory chief officer role for Children (DCS) and Adults (DASS). In 2022, Doncaster became the North’s newest City.  He is a qualified teacher and has taught in middle and secondary schools, further and higher education. He was a senior manager in education for six years and a governor in every phase of education before moving into local authorities, initially in school improvement, where he was Ofsted trained and then worked in wider children’s services. Allen has advised the UK and other governments on education and children’s services matters, as well as a member of a number of commissions of inquiry, advisory boards and ministerial advisory groups.
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Ros Jones cropped, City of Doncaster Council, p Yasper

Ros Jones

Elected Mayor of Doncaster

Andrew Bramidge, Executive Director of Regeneration & Environment, P Rotherham Borough Council

Andrew Bramidge

executive director regeneration & environment, Rotherham Council

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Andrew Bramidge

executive director regeneration & environment, Rotherham Council

Bramidge oversees Rotherham's ambitious growth and regeneration agenda, its new Local Plan as well as the delivery of cultural and leisure services. The development of the Don Valley Corridor and the Rotherham Gateway Station will be transformative for South Yorkshire as the central part of his role. Andrew's career spans more than 30 years of regeneration programme delivery including spells in senior local government positions and the leadership of arms-length public-private delivery companies.
Andrew Bramidge, Executive Director of Regeneration & Environment, P Rotherham Borough Council
Harriet Knowles, director, Counter Context

Harriet Knowles

director, Counter Context

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Harriet Knowles

director, Counter Context

Knowles is an experienced strategic communications professional. She has worked across city centre regeneration, residential development, waste and energy infrastructure, and transport. Knowles designs and implements communications and PR programmes to support projects at every stage of development. She is a recognised specialist in designing community and political engagement programmes needed to support sensitive and challenging planning applications.
Harriet Knowles, director, Counter Context
Steve Alcoat, DSA p Yasper Agency

Steve Allcoat

head of assets, capital & engineering, Doncaster Sheffield Airport

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Steve Allcoat

head of assets, capital & engineering, Doncaster Sheffield Airport

Allcoat is an accomplished aviation facilities and asset management professional with an extensive career spanning 11 UK airports. Currently driving operational and infrastructure excellence at Doncaster Sheffield Airport, he leverages deep industry expertise to optimise high-value airport assets, streamline complex transitions, and deliver strategic facility management solutions.
Steve Alcoat, DSA p Yasper Agency
Nick Weston, Weston Aviation p West Aviation (800×600)

Nick Weston

chief executive officer & founder, Weston Aviation

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Nick Weston

chief executive officer & founder, Weston Aviation

Weston Aviation is one of the UK’s leading private aviation companies, that specialises in ground handling and charter services for private jets for business and leisure travel. Weston Aviation has recently announced the reopening of their services at Doncaster Airport.
Nick Weston, Weston Aviation p West Aviation (800×600)
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Abbie Miladinovic

strategic lead – investment zone, growth, business & skills, South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority

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Mark Edwards

development director, Capital&Centric

Agenda

8:00 am

Arrival, networking & breakfast

9:00 am

Welcome from Adam Branson, contributing editor, Place Yorkshire

9:05 am

Presentation: Abbie Miladinovic, strategic lead – investment zone, growth, business & skills, South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority

9:15 am

Presentation: Damian Allen, chief executive officer, City of Doncaster Council

9:25 am

Presentation: Steve Allcoat, head of assets, capital & engineering, Doncaster Sheffield Airport

9:35 am

Panel Discussion: Spotlight on Doncaster Sheffield Airport

Damian Allen, chief executive officer, City of Doncaster Council

Steve Allcoat, head of assets, capital & engineering, Doncaster Sheffield Airport

Ros Jones, elected Mayor of Doncaster

Julian Stott, development director, Peel Land

Nick Weston, chief executive office, Weston Aviation

10:05 am

Refreshment and networking break

10:30 am

Presentation: Rob Holmes, vice-principal, Leeds College of Building

10:40 am

Presentation: Andrew Bramidge, executive director regeneration & environment, Rotherham Council

10:50 am

Presentation: Kate Martin, executive director, Sheffield City Council

11:00 am

Presentation: Dan Harper, head of service for economic development, Barnsley Council

11:10 am

Panel discussion: City Regeneration across Sheffield and South Yorkshire

Dan Harper, head of service for economic development, Barnsley Council

Jonathon Wilson, managing director, Citu

Sian Stanhope, development manager, Urban Splash

Harriet Knowles, director, Counter Context

Mark Edwards, development director, Capital&Centric

12:00 pm

Closing remarks, lunch and further networking

Tickets cost £90+VAT. Local authorities and registered providers can purchase tickets at a 50% discount.

There will be a mix of presentations and panels. Breakfast and lunch are included, providing plenty of opportunity for business development.

Book using the form below – if you can’t see the form, please contact [email protected]

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