The programme for this year's UK Festival Conference and awards shortlist has been revealed.

Taking place on Monday, December 3 at The Roundhouse, the conference will challenge issues such as extreme weather, financial losses and energy efficiency.

The evening's awards presentation includes shortlists for categories such as Best Major Festival, Best Dance Festival and Headline Performance of the year.

Steve Jenner, Festival Awards co-founder said: “The phenomenal surge of public votes cast in this year’s awards proves that the public’s passion ...