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Mortgage Conference 2021
Overview
The UK Finance Annual Mortgage Conference goes online for the first time to enable sector leaders and subject matter experts to debate and share knowledge on the issues most affecting lenders and their customers as the UK begins to emerge from the pandemic.
From cladding to arrears, sessions will explore the hottest topics facing the mortgage lending sector in 2021 and beyond. The event will include the latest data and trend analysis in the industry plus high-level strategic thought leadership and practical guidance for lenders and intermediaries.
The full list of sessions available is as follows, simply click on each session for details and booking link:
As in most sectors, the Covid-19 pandemic had a major impact on the mortgage industry and fundamentally changed the way the sector operates, both operationally, and in relation to its customers. In this session Charles Roe, Director for Mortgages at UK Finance, is joined by a panel of key industry stakeholders to take stock of where the industry is at and where its priorities should sit as we navigate our way out of the pandemic.
Customer support has always been a priority for mortgage lenders and was put to the test like never before as the industry adapted to the challenges presented by the pandemic. In this session Sue Rossiter, Principal for Mortgage Regulation at UK Finance, is joined by a panel of experts to discuss the needs of mortgage customers in 2021, and how best to resolve their issues when things go wrong.
With the UK hosting the COP 26 conference in Glasgow this November public sentiment and government policy have brought climate change and sustainability to the fore, making them key issues from both a reporting and reputational point of view. In this session Matthew Jupp, Principal for Mortgage Policy at UK Finance, is joined by a panel of experts to discuss the part that the mortgage industry must play in driving change, as well as taking a forward look at the future of the sector in relation to green finance initiatives.
Scotland has seen a number of developments in its mortgage market in 2020, and 2021 is looking to be no different. In this session John Marr, Principal for Devolved Government & Social Housing at UK Finance, will take a look at the latest updates and issues for the Scottish mortgage market.
Wales has seen a number of developments in its mortgage market in 2020, and 2021 is looking to be no different. In this session John Marr, Principal for Devolved Government & Social Housing at UK Finance will take a look at the latest updates and issues for the Welsh mortgage market.
Northern Ireland has seen a number of developments in its mortgage market in 2020, and 2021 is looking to be no different. In this session John Marr, Principal for Devolved Government & Social Housing at UK Finance will take a look at the latest updates and issues for the mortgage market in the territory.
“Necessity is the mother of invention” and the last year has provoked digital transformation and technical innovation at unprecedented scale across financial services. In this session Matthew Jupp, Principal for Mortgage Policy at UK Finance, will explore some of the latest digital innovations in the mortgages sector, including how lenders can lead the way with digital disruption.
The Covid-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on many mortgage customers. Yet despite new and existing support mechanisms, many are struggling. In this session Sue Rossiter, Principal for Mortgage Regulation at UK Finance, will moderate an expert discussion panel on the breathing space initiative, and how the industry can best support those customers who face debt challenges in relation to their secured and unsecured debts.
Supporting older customers with their mortgage requirements remains a key area of importance within the mortgage sector, as the industry adapts to the requirements of an ageing population. Moderated by Chris Johnson, Mortgages Manager at UK Finance, this panel will cover the latest updates for the industry, including mortgage products, regulatory updates, and vulnerability considerations.
Since the Grenfell disaster the cladding issue has been a hot topic for the housing sector, as safety protocols are revisited in light of the tragedy. In this session John Marr, Principal for Devolved Government & Social Housing at UK Finance, is joined by an expert panel to examine the latest updates as they pertain to cladding including the RICS latest, updated guidance on cladding valuation.
A year ago, the number of customers in mortgage arrears were at a record low, but the economic fallout caused by the pandemic has changed that at a pace not seen since 2008. While lenders have gone over and above to help mitigate the financial difficulty faced by their customers, this panel will explore what comes next, and what else the sector is able to do to support them. Chaired by Sonia Fernandes, Principal, Mortgages at UK Finance.
In a newly uncertain housing market, new opportunities are arising for borrowers looking to become landlords. In this session Chris Johnson, Mortgages Manager at UK Finance, will chair an industry panel to discuss the latest updates in the Buy to Let sector, including mortgage products, regulatory updates, and considerations relating to the rights of renters.
Event details
Venue
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Online
Date and time
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5 May 2021 to 7 May 2021
Full and associate member rate
FREE
Non-member rate
FREE
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