The Annual RES Conference is our flagship event to which we welcome over 600 participants. In 2026, this not-to-be-missed event was kindly hosted by the Economics Department at the University of Newcastle, the RES Conference’s first visit to this vibrant city.
The conference offered opportunities to present research and develop networks with fellow economists across academic, government, private and third sector organisations. We had a great programme of traditional keynote lectures, special sessions and general sessions alongside fringe events such as masterclasses, professional development and social events.
The RES Annual Conference offers sponsors a range of options; from exhibiting to shaping the programme and conference content. To get involved in our 2026 Conference, please contact Georgina Jenkins, RES Events Manager via events@res.org.uk for early access to sponsorship packages.
Bookings for the 2026 Conference open in March. Ticket prices are available to review here.
October: Call for General, Speed and Poster Session Submissions launch.
October: Applications for the RES PhD Scholars Fund opens
19 January 2026: Call for General Session Submissions closes (23.55 GMT). Papers are reviewed by the Conference Review Committee
February 2026: Outcome emails sent to submitters for General Sessions
31 March 2026: RES Scholars Fund applications close
13 April 2026: Call for Speed Session and Poster Session Submission Closes (23.55 BST)
17 April 2026: All General Session Presenters must, by this day, have book to attend the conference
May 2026: Outcome emails sent to Speed and Poster Session Submitters inviting those who have been successful to book
22 May 2026: Early Bird booking discount ends. All presenters must be booked to attend the conference.
For media enquiries, please contact media@res.org.uk
For sponsorship enquiries or general conference questions, please contact Georgina Jenkins, Senior Events Manager at events@res.org.uk
The RES Annual Conference is coordinated by the Conference Committee.
With thanks to the 2026 Conference Committee: Prof Imran Rasul; Prof Michela Vecchi; Dr Ian Gregory Smith; Dr Antonella Ianni; Mr Donald Cranswick and Dr Harry Pickard. In addition, the Committee and the RES would like to thank the Conference Review Committee.
