04/10/2026

18.00 Conservatives For Business, the Conservative European Forum, the Hanns Seidel Foundation, and the Konrad Adenauer Foundation

Hyatt Regency Birmingham : Andante

Britain and Europe: Unlocking International Trade and Growth

Mark Garnier OBE MP (Conservative Party, Shadow Economic Secretary to the Treasury)
Danielle Dunfield-Prayero (Conservatives For Business, Co-Founder and Chairman)
Clive Watson (Conservative European Forum, Patron and Hospitality Entrepreneur)
Tobias Winkler MdB (German Bundestag, Member)
Dr Bastian Schneider MdL (State Parliament of Baden-Württemberg, Member)
Chaired by Alys Denby (City A.M., Opinion and Features Editor)

Business leaders understand a fundamental truth: growth is driven by enterprise, investment, and innovation. Government's role is to create the conditions for success by reducing barriers, supporting entrepreneurs, and opening markets. As the UK's relationship with Europe evolves, we will explore how a future Conservative government can help SMEs export, strengthen trade, and deepen international ties to drive jobs, wealth, and prosperity.

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