For the A&R contingent - and the spring breakers - these are probably of little interest. But PRS for Music economist Chris Carey, who appeared on Thursday's panel on licensing revenues, said they were of a high standard this year.

"There's something like 200 speakers and I've been very impressed," said Carey. "They have gone into a lot of complex areas and detail."

The festival also has a notable film and "interactive" (or emerging technology) side. UKTI's Phil Patterson said ...