05/10/2026
Birmingham ICC : Executive Room 8
Powering UK prosperity: a plan for growth
Alison Griffiths MP (Conservative Party, , Shadow Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Transport and Shadow Rail (Invited))
Tali Fraser (The Spectator, Commissioning Editor (Invited))
Yael Selfin (KPMG, Chief Economist and Vice Chair)
How can Britain get back to growth? The UK has huge strengths, but stagnant productivity, weak investment, skills shortages, high energy costs and slow infrastructure delivery are holding the economy back. With global competition intensifying, what practical reforms can unlock growth? Join us to explore the changes needed, and the roles government and business must play in delivering a more productive, competitive and prosperous Britain.
Hyatt Regency Birmingham : Drawing Room
Are we ready for climate change?
John Flesher (Conservative Environment Network, Deputy Director)
Cllr George Jabbour (LAPFF, LAPFF Executive Member)
Daisy Powell-Chandler (Public First, Head of Energy and Environment Practice)
Gareth Davies MP (The Conservative Party, Shadow UK Financial Secretary to the Treasury (Invited))
Is the UK prepared for the impact of climate change? Extreme weather is already having tangible effects, not least on the economy, infrastructure, farming and health. Are we doing enough to adapt to a hotter and more volatile climate, and how can we best mitigate the effects while continuing to reduce emissions?
Birmingham ICC : Castle Lane Theatre
YC Young Entrepreneur Panel
A panel bringing together government and industry perspectives on young entrepreneurship, alongside two young business owners speaking from direct experience. The panel will discuss the barriers and opportunities facing young people starting and growing a business today, and what the Party can do to back them.