Agenda
Tuesday 17 November 2026 · St Ermin’s Hotel, Westminster
Provisional programme. Speakers and panel line-ups are being confirmed. All timings subject to change.
The Summit
The conference day
A full day of keynotes, panels, workshops and networking in the grand Crystal Ballroom and Cloisters Suite, from 8.30am.
Registration & welcome refreshments
Arrive, collect your delegate badge and network over coffee before the day begins.
Welcome by INCA & opening keynote
INCA opens the Summit, followed by an opening keynote setting the scene for a pivotal moment for Digital Britain, and the first panel sessions of the morning.
Networking break
Refreshments and time to connect with peers and sponsors.
Presentations & panels
A programme of presentations and panel discussions on the issues shaping the independent networks sector.
Networking lunch
A served lunch with time to visit the sponsors’ exhibition.
Panels, workshops & sponsors’ exhibition
Afternoon panels and workshop options running alongside the sponsors’ exhibition.
Networking break
A final afternoon break before the closing session.
Open session, Q&A & summary
An open session and Q&A, drawing together the themes of the day.
Networking drinks
The conference closes with networking drinks from 5pm to 6pm, leading into the Awards Dinner.
The evening of celebration
The day closes with the INCA Awards Dinner in the stunning Crystal Ballroom, celebrating the very best in the Altnet business.
Awards drinks reception
A drinks reception ahead of the Awards Dinner.
Awards Dinner
A three-course dinner with wine in the grand Crystal Ballroom.
Awards presentation
The 2026 INCA Awards presented across seven categories, celebrating excellence from across the sector.
Entertainment
Live entertainment and a post-dinner bar.
Close
The Awards Dinner draws to a close.
Secure your place
The main delegate pass includes the full conference and a seat at the Awards Dinner.