Come and hear what Birmingham has to offer.
That’s the question a panel of experts will be discussing at a city centre debate – just days before the broadcaster is expected to reveal whether Birmingham, Manchester or Leeds will be the focus of its relocation plans.
decision that our city must be the number one choice.
“Birmingham has the most diverse population, range of business and unique arts scene of any of the shortlisted cities – and the eventual arrival of HS2 will cement its position as the most accessible city in the country.
“We also know that there is a huge talent pool in the city, not just in broadcasting but right across the broad spectrum of media, the arts and the creative sector. But we want to find out from people just what they think about the potential relocation – and listen to their ideas, initiatives and what they think we can offer Channel 4 if it chooses Birmingham as its new base,” added Llewela.
The discussion will take place on 27th September (6pm–8.30pm) at Fazeley Studios, the Digbeth-based location for creative and digital companies positioned just a couple of minutes away from the Custard Factory.
Those taking part will include Marc Reeves, editor of the Birmingham Mail and editor-in-chief of Reachplc’s publications in the West Midlands; Oli Hills, a social media guru and managing director of news website Birmingham Updates; Chris James, group head of news and production at MADE TV, Sarah Jones, former ITV Central journalist and now head of the School of Media at Birmingham City University and Indi Deol, advertising director of DESIblitz, the award-winning Birmingham-based web magazine aimed primarily at British Asians.
Entry to the debate is free but those wishing to attend are asked to register at Eventbrite to ensure their place.