Overview
About the Event
The UK Spectrum Policy Forum (SPF) warmly invites you to its annual conference on the future of spectrum policy, taking place on 16 May 2025. This year, the event is held in collaboration with the IEEE International Symposium on Dynamic Spectrum Access Networks (DySPAN 25), the premier global conference on radio spectrum technology and policy innovation. Please access the full DySPAN agenda here.
Building on the success of last year’s event, this year’s summit will feature even more insightful discussions, expert debates, and the latest findings from SPF’s recent work. Join an international audience of leading policymakers, industry experts, and stakeholders for a day of engaging panel sessions, networking opportunities, and a closing drinks reception.
Event Details
- Date: Friday, 16 May 2025
- Timings: 10:30 am - 18:00 pm (including networking drinks)
- Venue: [Event location alongside DySPAN 2025—details to follow]
- Tickets: Free to attend
Agenda
The full agenda can be found here and still subject to change. Please find the key themes below.
- Maximizing access to spectrum to meet growing demand
- Ensuring the regulatory framework remains fit for purpose
- Shaping international influence on UK spectrum policy
- Spectrum for Critical National Infrastructure (CNI), public safety, and achieving Net Zero goals
- Exploring the new public sector spectrum access framework
- Unpacking 6G standards from 3GPP and the evolving 6G roadmap
- Exclusive presentation of the UK SPF report: Future of TV Distribution
Who Should Attend
This event is open to all and is tailored for key stakeholders in UK and international policy as well as industry leaders. Whether you are a decision-maker, researcher, or professional, this conference offers an invaluable opportunity to contribute to and learn from the critical discussions shaping the future of spectrum policy in the UK and beyond.
Why Attend?
- Gain expert insights into the latest research findings and policy recommendations
- Network with leading decision-makers, researchers, and industry professionals
- Engage in thought-provoking discussion, including spectrum access and sharing, the road to 6G, and the future of TV distribution.
- Discover opportunities for spectrum innovation, including international policy developments
Registration
Don’t miss out on this key industry event! Secure your spot now by registering here.
Contact Us
For inquiries or additional information, please contact us at [email protected].
Join us on 16 May 2025 to explore the future of spectrum policy and contribute to innovations driving the UK’s spectrum landscape forward. We look forward to seeing you there!
Sophie Greaves
Sophie Greaves
Sophie Greaves is Head of Programme for Communications Infrastructure and Services at techUK, and oversees the UK Spectrum Policy Forum.
Sophie was promoted to Head having been Programme Manager for Communications Infrastructure and Services, leading techUK's telecoms activities, engagement and policy development. Previously, Sophie was Programme Assistant across a variety of areas including the Broadband Stakeholder Group, Central Government, Financial Services and Communications Infrastructure programmes.
Prior to joining techUK, Sophie completed a masters in Film Studies at University College London; her dissertation examined US telecoms policy relating to net neutrality and content distribution.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 020 7331 2038
- Twitter:
- @SJMJames1
- LinkedIn:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiegreaves/
Jaynesh Patel
Jaynesh Patel
Jaynesh Patel is Head of Telecoms and Spectrum Policy, leading the Communications Infrastructure and Services Programme at techUK and overseeing the UK Spectrum Policy Forum.
Jaynesh has extensive experience in the sector, having worked for CityFibre (a full fibre broadband company) and the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) on digital infrastructure policy. Most recently Jaynesh led on policy and public affairs in the UK and Ireland for ChargePoint (an EV charging network).
Prior to this Jaynesh worked in the Cabinet Office for more than five years, including over two years at the Government Digital Service (GDS) supporting the digital transformation of UK Government.
Jaynesh has a BSc (Hons) in Economics from the London School of Economics (LSE).
- Email:
- [email protected]
- LinkedIn:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayneshpatel/
Tales Gaspar
Tales Gaspar
Tales has a background in law and economics, with previous experience in the regulation of new technologies and infrastructure.
In the UK and Europe, he offered consultancy on intellectual property rights of cellular and IoT technologies and on the regulatory procedures at the ITU as a Global Fellow at the European Space Policy Institute (ESPI).
Tales has an LL.M in Law and Business by the Getulio Vargas Foundation (FGV) and an MSc in Regulation at the London School of Economics, with a specialization in Government and Law.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- +44 (0) 0207 331 2000
- Website:
- www.techUK.org
- LinkedIn:
- www.linkedin.com/in/talesngaspar
Matthew Wild
Matthew Wild
Matthew joined techUK in August 2023 as a Programme Assistant.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 020 7331 2000
