Design and Build UK at UKCW London 2026: Allyship On Trail

Hosted by Simi Gandhi-Whitaker, Allyship on Trial brought a courtroom-style debate to UK Construction Week, challenging the role of male allyship in creating a more inclusive construction industry. Joined by Harrison Jones, Kirsty Collin, Mark Harrison, and Paul Halbert, the panel debated questions around accountability, bystander action, the fear of saying the wrong thing, and whether male allies are doing enough to drive meaningful change. With the audience acting as the jury, the session concluded with practical solutions for building stronger allyship across the industry. Watch the full discussion to hear honest perspectives, thought-provoking debate, and ideas that can help shape a more inclusive future for construction. If you enjoyed this session, like the video, subscribe to the Design and Build UK channel, and share your thoughts in the comments.