Sustainable Futures Through Regional Growth

Come along and join in the conversation as our expert panel discusses the economic forces shaping our lives and explores the intersecting challenges of inequality, health, social relations and the planet.

With new devolved economic powers, what impact will this have at a local level to help improve key areas such as housing, education, health and social care, energy and transport? How can we support policies that encourage us all to see the world differently, and rethink an economic system to promote both growth and improve quality of life for all?

Speakers include Councillor Pete Kilbane, Deputy Leader of City of York Council; Cahal Moran of the London School of Economics; Kate Pickett, co-author of the award-winning and best-selling The Spirit Level and The Inner Level; and Ryan Shorthouse, Founder and Executive Chair of Bright Blue. The session is chaired by Paul Kissack, Group Chief Executive of Joseph Rowntree Foundation and Joseph Rowntree Housing Trust.

Join us for a lively discussion about creating a fairer future in our region.

This event is one of a number marking 100 years since the York confectionery businessman, social reformer and philanthropist Joseph Rowntree died. Discover the impact of his work on the city and how his legacy continues to support a vision of a more equal society, free from poverty.

Find out more about the Joseph Rowntree Centenary.

This event is part of the Festival Focus ‘Making Waves: Building on Joseph Rowntree’s legacy’ presented in collaboration with the Joseph Rowntree Foundation. You may also be interested in ‘Economic Growth: Who actually benefits?’ taking place the same day.