What time does Magazine Street start and finish?

Doors will open for registration and breakfast rolls at 9am, with talks beginning at 9.30am. We aim to finish up by 5pm, with a drinks reception afterwards until 7pm, kindly sponsored by Acorn Web Offset, and the bar open until 9pm.

Is the venue accessible?

We want to make Magazine Street as accessible as possible to as many different people as possible. If your needs are not covered we warmly encourage you tocontact uswith any queries.

Wheelchair access
All 4 arches of Platform are accessible by the main door by wheelchair. There is a disabled toilet on the main floor just off the main auditorium.NCP parkingis available, with a lift, on Oswald Street, a two-minute journey from the venue.

Nearest pharmacist
The nearest pharmacist isBoots Pharmacyat Central Station.

Hearing loop
We can provide a hearing loop if required as all speakers will use a microphone. Pleaseemail usif you would like us to provide this.

Quiet area
We have assigned a designated quiet area in Arch 1 for anyone who needs to take time away from the bustle of the conference.

Asking questions
If you’d like to ask a question to one of our speakers but don’t feel comfortable raising your hand, we’ll be providing an online Q&A tool – more details coming soon. Or if you’d prefer to ask a question of one of our speakers in advance, we invite you toemail it to us.

Dietary requirements
We can cater to all dietary requirements and will provide vegetarian and vegan options as a matter of course. Please let us know if you’d like anything specific, or if you prefer to bring your own lunch, we can refrigerate this.

Are there places to stay nearby?

There are lots! Within 3 minutes walking distance of Platform are:

Motel One, 78-82 Oswald St – emailEmma and Kayleighfor a 10% discount, quoting International Magazine Centre

Radisson Blu Hotel, 301 Argyle Street – use the code IMCRAD for an 18% discount – enter the discount code in the drop down section called special rates and then promotional code

Voco Grand Central Hotel, 99 Gordon St

Yotel Glasgow, 260 Argyle Street

I’m coming alone and I’m nervous – can you help?

We understand and would be delighted to introduce you to others attending in advance, so you know a few people before you get there. Hopefully that’ll take some nerves away and allow you to look forward to it.Get in touchfor introductions in advance.

What happens if I’m late?

You’re welcome to move around the conference for the duration of the day. If you arrive late for a talk you can sneak in the back no problem.

What is the dress code?

We suggest you wear smart casual, but please come in whatever you feel comfortable in.

Do I need to bring anything with me?

If you use them, we recommend you bring business cards to ensure you don’t lose touch with the people you meet. If you publish a magazine, please do bring a copy with you to show people. Breakfast rolls, lunch and a drink afterwards are included in your ticket price, and delegate bags will include a notepad and pen to take notes on the day.

Will the event be broadcast or captured?

The event will be in-person only, but we’re currently looking for partners to help support us to deliver a hybrid event in future.

Photos of the various goings-on will be taken throughout the day. We’ll also have a portrait photographer offering profile pictures for anyone who would like one.

What happens if my plans change and I can’t attend?

We understand plans change. We’ll refund you:

– 100% of the ticket fee if cancelled by 29 August

– 50% of the ticket fee if cancelled between 30 August and 8 September

– After 9 September we ask you to offer your ticket to a friend or colleague