Michael Kill

In this lively discussion, Michael Kill, Chief Executive of the Night Time Industries Association, addresses the alarming decline of night venues since the pandemic. Steve Lamacq, BBC 6 Music DJ and patron of the Music Venue Trust, highlights the essential role of grassroots venues in nurturing up-and-coming artists. Jane Darougar, a psychotherapist, explores how safety concerns and changing social habits impact young people's nightlife choices. The trio debates potential solutions to revive the nighttime economy and the cultural significance of venues.