Energy and Power 2026 | Summary + gallery

Whether you’re building a data centre, refurbishing a town hall or improving a railway station, much like Benjamin Franklin’s famous idiom about taxes and death, one thing is certain: the project will likely be delayed and the costs will almost certainly increase, writes Stuart Wilks of Limeslade.

Forward-thinking companies ready to build business connections, raise brand profile, and gather market intel on the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire, and North East will find ample opportunities to do so via the 2027 Place Media Group events calendar.

The likes of Bev Craig, Steve Rotheram, Tracy Brabin, and Richard Parker will get the final say on large developments under plans from the Prime Minister, and former Greater Manchester Mayor, Andy Burnham.

It’s official – Place Party has outgrown the Kimpton Clocktower, its home for nearly 10 years. This year, the high-octane event is going bigger than ever before, with Manchester’s AO Arena set to host on 1 October.

Delegates are invited to join Place North at a reception in September as we prepare to ramp up activity preparation for next year’s show.

The listed property firm has recorded income of £2.5bn for the first half of 2026, up 8% on the same period in 2025, which ended with record revenues.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced his cabinet, with Angela Rayner set to lead the Ministry of Housing, Communities, and Local Government for a second time and Matthew Pennycook to remain as housing minister.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham will begin his tenure at No10 today. Here are what senior figures in the built environment, local politics, and education want to see him prioritise.