You are invited to the CLA's last London Branch evening of 2026, when we will hear from UK Chief Economist at Barclays, Jack Meaning. 

The event is free to attend for London Branch members, but places must be booked in advance.

Tuesday, 17 November 2026, 6pm to 8.30pm.
Kindly hosted by Barclays Bank, 1 Churchill Place, E14 5HP

Jack is responsible for devising and delivering the bank’s view on the macro-outlook for the UK economy.

He joined Barclays in 2023 from the Bank of England, where he spent three years as the economic adviser to its chief economist. In 2022, Jack co-authored the international best-selling book 'Can’t We Just Print More Money?'

The running order

6.00pm - Registration
6.30pm - Welcome by Barclays' Head of Agriculture
6.35pm - Introductions by London Branch Chairman and CLA Vice President

6.40pm - Talk by Barclays' UK Chief Economist, followed by Q&A
7.20pm - Drinks reception and canapés
8.30pm - Finish

If you need any assistance to book online, please call the CLA South East office on 01264 358195 or email southeast@cla.org.uk and the team will be happy to assist.