A Staffordshire delegation will return to the UK Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum (UKREiiF) in Leeds next May, promoting the area to more than 16,000 attendees.
The three‑day event runs from 19 to 21 May 2026 and brings together councils, government, investors, developers and industry leaders.
A joint Staffordshire offer
The delegation will attend as We Are Staffordshire, including:
- Staffordshire County Council
- Seven district and borough councils
- Stoke‑on‑Trent City Council
Together, they will promote key investment opportunities across the county and city.
Key projects and strengths
Focus areas include:
- Town and city centre regeneration, including Stafford’s Eastgate
- Growth along the A50/A500 corridor
- Major sites such as Chatterley Park and Central Edge
The delegation will also highlight the area’s skilled workforce and growing technical and entrepreneurial talent.
Backed by major partners
Headline sponsors for 2026 include:
- Stoford
- Keele University
- Harworth
- Indurent
- Bericote Properties
What leaders are saying
Martin Murray, Acting Leader at Staffordshire County Council, said:
“UKREiiF gives us a national platform to show why Staffordshire is at the heart of UK development.”
He added:
“We’re promoting our offer to attract investment and create higher‑skilled jobs.”
Daniel Gallagher, Joint Managing Director at Stoford, said:
“We’re delighted to support Staffordshire again and promote key sites like Stafford North.”
Ann Pittard, Director at Keele University, said:
“UKREiiF is a valuable platform to showcase our plans for the Keele Innovation District.”
Jon Rouse, Chief Executive of Stoke‑on‑Trent City Council, said:
“We’re excited to return and showcase major opportunities across the city.”
He added:
“There will be a strong focus on city centre regeneration and projects like Chatterley Whitfield.”
Get involved
We Are Staffordshire will host Stand E22 at the event and is inviting additional sponsors to get involved.
For more information, contact: hello@wearestaffordshire.co.uk
