On 12 November,SohoCreate and the Guardian are hosting a debate on the topic of Soho’s creative future. The event will be held at the Century Club in Shaftesbury Avenue and chaired by journalist and writer Craig McLean. Guardian Members can save 20% on tickets A couple of Oscars every year, 46000 creative workers and £7.5billion in turnover. Is Soho’s dominance under threat from rising rent and rates, or the loss of office space and the gentrification agenda? Will unique local authority access to trade rate income serve or hinder Sohos growth? Unbreakable or vulnerable?[br]The Creative Future of Soho will be discussed at a debate at the Century Club at 61- 63 Shaftesbury Ave on 12 November. Guardian Members can save 20% on tickets (usual price £10). Drinks will be served at 6pm and the debate will get underway at 6.30pm. Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com