Conference

UK&I Telecoms Conference

Name: UK&I Telecoms Conference
Location: UK&I Telecoms Conference

Wed 25 Nov 2026 • 09:30 - 17:00 GMT

Continuing Professional Development for RICS members

1 Basinghall Avenue, Shoreditch, London, EC2V 5DD

In-Person

From £325.23 + VAT

Discounts available for candidates, RICS members and group bookings.

Overview

Join industry leaders, policymakers, and technical experts at the RICS Telecoms Conference return to London, an essential forum for professionals shaping the future of the UK’s digital infrastructure. As the telecoms landscape continues to evolve at pace, this conference provides a comprehensive, up‑to‑date view of the legal, technological, commercial, and regulatory forces redefining the sector.

Through a carefully curated programme, delegates will gain critical insights into the opportunities and challenges presented by next‑generation networks, including 5G evolution and the emergence of satellite‑enabled mobile coverage. These innovations are transforming connectivity across urban and rural environments alike, creating new models for infrastructure deployment while raising important questions around investment, valuation, and stakeholder engagement.

A central focus of the conference is the changing legal and regulatory environment, with expert guidance on recent case law, access rights, and the practical implications of legislation such as the Building Safety Act. Attendees will develop a clearer understanding of how these changes impact site acquisition, management, and negotiations, enabling them to operate with greater confidence and compliance in a complex landscape.

In addition, the programme explores market dynamics and structural change across the telecoms ecosystem. Through panel discussions and an industry-led fireside chat, delegates will examine the evolving roles of operators, infrastructure providers, and aggregators, alongside the growing importance of collaboration and efficiency in delivering network expansion.

A dedicated session on the fixed-line sector will highlight key trends in fibre rollout, addressing delivery challenges, competitive pressures, and opportunities to accelerate deployment. Alongside this, a thought-provoking valuation panel will provide diverse perspectives on how telecoms assets are assessed in a rapidly shifting market, equipping attendees with practical insights to inform commercial decision-making.

Importantly, the conference recognises the critical role of landowners and stakeholders in enabling connectivity. Delegates will gain a deeper appreciation of landowner perspectives, particularly in rural contexts, and learn strategies to improve engagement, foster cooperation, and facilitate successful access agreements.

Learning outcomes

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Apply current legal and regulatory developments to telecoms site acquisition, management, and dispute resolution, with particular reference to recent case law and policy updates.

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Evaluate the strategic implications of 5G evolution and next‑generation networks for infrastructure deployment, investment decisions, and landowner engagement.

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Analyse emerging valuation approaches in telecoms, including rural, rooftop, and complex assets, and interpret how market dynamics are influencing benchmarks.

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Understand the UK government’s digital infrastructure strategy and assess how DSIT priorities shape rollout obligations, funding, and sector responsibilities.

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Assess the opportunities and challenges of satellite‑enabled mobile coverage, including its role in extending connectivity and its impact on planning, regulation and commercial models.

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Critically examine evolving telecoms market structures, comparing the roles of infrastructure providers, operators, and aggregators in driving network expansion.

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Interpret key trends and challenges in the fixed-line sector, identifying opportunities for collaboration, efficiency, and improved delivery of fibre networks.

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Incorporate landowner and stakeholder perspectives into practice, applying practical insights to enhance engagement strategies and support successful site negotiations.

Time	Session
08:30 – 09:30	Registration and Coffee
09:30 – 09:40	Chair's opening remarks
09:40 – 10:20	Landmark Chambers - Legal update An expert-led session providing the latest insights into legal and regulatory developments shaping the telecoms sector. Delivered by Landmark Chambers, this update will cover recent case law, policy changes, and emerging legal risks affecting telecoms infrastructure deployment, access rights, and disputes. Speaker: Jonathan Wills, Landmark Chambers
10:20 – 10:50	5G, 6G & Future networks: Deployment, innovation & market direction Evolution of mobile network technologies including 5G advanced, emerging 6G and the changing spectrum landscape. How these trends might impact the nature and number of operators, the style of infrastructure and the resulting demands on landowners. Speaker: Prof. Simon Saunders OBE, Wireless Systems Expert, Co-Founder, Real Wireless
10:50 – 11:20	Morning coffee break
11:20 – 11:50	Satellite enabled mobile coverage: Opportunities & challenges As mobile connectivity becomes an essential utility, satellite-enabled services are transforming how coverage is delivered beyond the reach of traditional networks. Drawing on Virgin Media O2’s experience launching O2 Satellite, the UK and Europe’s first commercial direct-to-device service, Ian Chapman explores how Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites can improve rural coverage, network resilience, safety and digital inclusion. The session will also examine the practical challenges of integrating satellite and terrestrial networks, alongside the regulatory, spectrum and deployment considerations shaping the future of connectivity and will also identify potential impacts on future site and real estate demands in hard-to-reach locations. Speaker: Ian Chapman, Head of Mobile Programmes, Virgin Media O2
11:50 - 12:20	The Building Safety Act: Implications for telecoms infrastructure An in-depth look at how the Building Safety Act is affecting telecoms deployment and property access. This session will explore compliance requirements, risk management considerations, and how stakeholders can navigate evolving obligations while maintaining project timelines. Speaker: Kerry-Anne Ellis, HS&E Professional, MBNL
12:50 - 13:50	Lunch
13:50 - 14:30	Fireside Chat: Infrastructure, aggregators & market structure A candid conversation with industry leaders discussing how market structures are evolving. Topics will include the role of infrastructure providers, the rise of aggregators, competitive dynamics, and the implications for investment and collaboration across the sector. Speakers: Mark Talbot, Director of Strategy & Special Projects, APWireless Infrastructure Partners, LLC Chris Early, Private Sector Director, Freshwave Paul Williams, Vice President and General Manager (UK), Telecom Infrastructure Partners
14:30 - 15:00	Fixed line sector update: Trends, challenges & opportunities A comprehensive overview of the fixed-line market, covering broadband rollout progress, fibre deployment, regulatory pressures, and market competition. The session will assess key challenges while highlighting opportunities for growth and innovation in the sector. Speaker: Clayton Nash, Director of Strategy, CityFibre
15:00 - 15:30	Stakeholder engagement: Building support for telecoms infrastructure delivery Telecoms projects are rarely delayed by engineering challenges alone. Success depends on understanding the motivations of landowners, communities, local authorities, and infrastructure partners, and engaging them effectively from the outset. Speaker: Beth Motley, Director, Stakeholder Engagement, Dalcour Maclaren
15:30 - 16:00	Afternoon Coffee
16:00 - 17:00	Telecoms valuation debate: Perspectives from the market An interactive panel exploring the complexities of valuing telecoms assets in a rapidly evolving landscape. Industry experts will debate methodologies, market drivers, regulatory impacts, and investor expectations, offering diverse perspectives on valuation in today’s market. Speakers: Colin Cottage MRICS, Head of Complex Cases, Ardent Paul Williams, Partner, Head of Telecoms, Carter Jonas

Speakers

Jonathan Wills, Landmark Chambers
Prof. Simon Saunders OBE, Wireless Systems Expert, Co-Founder, Real Wireless
Ian Chapman, Head of Mobile Programmes, Virgin Media O2
Kerry-Anne Ellis, HS&E Professional, MBNL
Clayton Nash, Director of Strategy, CityFibre
Colin Cottage MRICS, Head of Complex Cases, Ardent
Mark Talbot, Director of Strategy & Special Projects, APWireless Infrastructure Partners, LLC
Paul Williams, Partner, Head of Telecoms, Carter Jonas
Chris Early, Private Sector Director, Freshwave
Beth Motley, Director, Stakeholder Engagement, Dalcour Maclaren
Paul Williams, Vice President and General Manager (UK), Telecom Infrastructure Partners

More speakers to be announced in due course.

Sponsor

Gold Sponsor

Landmark Chambers

Landmark Chambers is proud to be recognised as the UK’s leading set for planning, property and public law, with a longstanding reputation for advising on the complex legal issues shaping the built environment. Our barristers are at the forefront of telecommunications and digital infrastructure matters, advising operators, landowners, public bodies and developers on the deployment of mobile networks, fibre infrastructure, wayleaves, access rights, compulsory acquisition, valuation disputes, environmental assessments, and judicial review. Combining sector-leading expertise across planning, property, public, environmental and infrastructure law, we help clients navigate the legal challenges of delivering the connected networks of tomorrow.

Silver Sponsor

DWF

DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services, providing three offerings – Legal Services, Legal Operations and Business Services. Our telecommunications team is one of the largest in the UK, covering all aspects of telecoms property law. Whether it’s portfolio management, leases or agreements for new sites, the Landlord and Tenant Act, redevelopment, site moves & complex relocation, access issues, planning, or network consolidation/integration, our team has extensive experience dealing with both transactional and litigation work. Our team also covers all other aspects of telecoms industry, including infrastructure, commercial work, regulatory and competition, health and safety, environmental law, corporate and M&A transactions, and employment & pensions.

Price summary

F2F Member standard

GBP £325.23 + VAT

F2F Non-Member standard

GBP £439.06 + VAT

F2F Candidate standard

GBP £260.18 + VAT

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UK&I Telecoms Conference

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