UKCCC PROGRAMME
Each year, the UKCCC programme brings together some of the most respected voices in journalism, economics and political analysis, alongside essential updates from regulators, arbitrators and other influential industry stakeholders.
Designed to deliver both breadth and depth, the agenda features three focused breakout streams that explore the policy issues shaping our sector, each led by expert speakers with niche specialisms.
Hilton at St George's Park | Burton
Thursday 10 September 2026
2026 UKCCC Agenda
10:00 | Plenary Session
Opening Address
Political climate and looking ahead
10:15 - 10:45 Plenary Session
Speaker
Adam Fleming (BBC)
Adam Fleming is a journalist and presenter for BBC News, best known for his political reporting. He has held a range of senior roles at the BBC, including Brussels correspondent and Chief Political Correspondent. He gained wide recognition for co-presenting the Brexitcast podcast and now hosts its successor, Newscast. Fleming is a regular presenter across BBC television, radio and digital platforms, known for making complex political issues clear and accessible.
Economic context
10:45 - 11:15 Plenary Session
Speaker
Ashley Armstrong (Financial Times)
An award winning journalist, Ashley is currently Chief UK Business Correspondent at the Financial Times. She has held senior editorial roles across leading national titles, including Business Editor at The Sun and Retail and M&A Editor at The Times, and The Daily Telegraph. Known for breaking high profile stories and providing sharp, accessible analysis, she is widely recognised as one of the UK’s leading voices in business journalism.
Economic context
10:45 - 11:15 Plenary Session
Speaker
Ashley Armstrong (Financial Times)
An award winning journalist, Ashley is currently Chief UK Business Correspondent at the Financial Times. She has held senior editorial roles across leading national titles, including Business Editor at The Sun and Retail and M&A Editor at The Times, and The Daily Telegraph. Known for breaking high profile stories and providing sharp, accessible analysis, she is widely recognised as one of the UK’s leading voices in business journalism.
11:50 | Customer Focus Stream
Vulnerability Latest
11:45 | Regulation, Compliance & Culture
Changing face of insolvency and debt relief policy
11:45 | State of the Market Stream
Public sector debt collection and the new Government Debt Management Strategy
13:30 | Customer Focus Stream
Adult financial literacy: raising awareness and boosting engagement
13:30 | Regulation, Compliance & Culture
Regulator attitudes to complaints and redress liabilities (including motor finance redress update)
13:30 | State of the Market Stream
Utilities and energy collections - Working with regulators
14:20 | Customer Focus Stream
Understanding consumer behaviour in financial services
14:20 | Regulation, Compliance & Culture
Reform of Consumer Credit Act: What's coming next?
14:20 | State of the Market Stream
Debt purchase latest: Creditor attitudes and investment strategies
15:40 | Plenary Session Regulatory update