The Business of Events has today announced that award winning BBC journalist Lucy Grey will host its 2026 Policy Forum.
The Forum, which takes place at IET London: Savoy Place on 7 July 2026, brings together politicians, policymakers and industry leaders to explore the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the UK’s business events economy.
Lucy can be seen regularly covering the chief presenter slots on BBC News. Over the last twenty years she has reported from all over the world for TV, radio, and online, including from an Italian earthquake zone, a Syrian refugee camp in Lebanon, various terror attacks in Europe, and aboard a migrant rescue ship off the coast of Libya.
Lucy will lead a compelling and varied programme at The Business of Events’ Policy Forum, including a session with Nick Watt, Political Editor at BBC Newsnight, who will provide an overview of the current political landscape in the UK.
Also joining the programme is public safety campaigner Figen Murray OBE, who will share insights into the journey to Martyn’s Law, while accessibility advocate and multi-award-winning changemaker Dr Shani Dhanda will present a session on closing the accessibility gap in events, highlighting the opportunities and responsibilities facing organisers and venues.
The Business of Events, said: “We’re delighted to announce Lucy Grey as the host for The Business of Events’ flagship annual event. Lucy is a talented journalist as well as an experienced host and communicator, and we look forward to her engaging with those influential voices from politics, policy and the business events industry to explore how the sector can deliver economic, social and strategic value for the UK.”
The Business of Events Policy Forum will take place at IET London: Savoy Place on Tuesday 7th July 2026, tickets to attend can be applied for here.