What to Expect
The R3 in Scotland Committee are pleased to announce the 2026 Half Day Forum, to be held at The Merchants House of Glasgow, 7 West George Street, Glasgow.
Join us for a dynamic half-day conference designed to spark ideas, foster connections, and deliver actionable insights. Whether you’re looking to stay ahead of industry trends, hear from inspiring speakers, or network with like-minded professionals, this event offers high-impact content in a compact format.
This half day morning forum allows you to earn 3.5 hours of CPD, engage with some great content and have extensive networking opportunities all before lunchtime.
Schedule
- 09:00
Registration, Breakfast and networking
- 09:15
Welcome and Introductions from Forum Chair
- 09:25
R3 & ICAS Update including Personal insolvency
An update on the work that R3 has been doing for its members with a particular focus on our work in Scotland, and an ICAS update to include personal insolvency changes, consultation
Speakers:
Caroline Sumner, CEO, R3 – view bio
David Menzies, Director of Practice, ICAS – view bioSession sponsor:
- 09:50
Sector Focus and Supply Chain Issues
A focus on key sectors (outside Retail) to include Energy & Infrastructure, Construction and Food and Drink - 10:30
Morning Break
- 11:25
HMRC
- 11:35
Economic Update
- 11:50
Retail
A session focusing on the ever present pressures in the world of retail, the advisory work on costs management and maximising profitability, together with the oportunities and challenges for IPs. - 12:20
Issues facing IPs with insurance
- 12:45
Forum End
Pricing
- Member individual ticket£75
- Member new professional individual ticket£49
- Non-member individual ticket£95
Speakers
Alistair Bacon
Fiona Richardson
Hayley Watson
John Bradshaw
Laurence Weeks
Lee De’ath
Lino Di Lorenzo
Louise Baxter
Lyndsey Squirrell
Maddie Archer
Sian Leonard
Sophy Croskell
Suki Bains
Sponsors
