04/10/2026
Birmingham ICC : Hall 9
Local Government Drinks Reception including the CCA Awards
Kindly sponsored by the LGA Conservative Group. We’ll be joined by members of the Shadow Cabinet, MPs and fellow councillors and candidates from across the country as we celebrate the amazing work Conservative Councillors do up and down the country with the yearly CCA Awards. This is a ticketed event and is sold out.
05/10/2026
Birmingham ICC : Hall 8a
A New Offer on Housing: How the Next Generation of Conservative Politicians Should Plan For New Homes
The Rt Hon Sir James Cleverly MP (MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government)
Cllr Dan Swords (Harlow Council, Leader)
Rachel Fisher (RTPI, Chief Executive)
Fiona Fletcher-Smith (L&Q, Group Chief Executive, L&Q)
Andrew Taylor (Vistry Group, Group Planning Director)
Bringing together a panel of senior politicians, key industry figures and leading policy experts, this panel will explore the steps that the Conservative Party will need take in order to put forward a credible offer on housing at the next general election.
Birmingham ICC : Youth Zone & Skills Hub - Theatre
Opportunity, Stronger Communities and Safer Futures: The Role of Sport in Supporting Young People
Nigel Huddleston MP (Conservative Party, Shadow Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport (Invited))
The Rt Hon Sir James Cleverly MP (MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government (Invited))
Andy Cook (The Centre for Social Justice, Chief Executive (Invited))
Mark Lawrie (Street Games, Chief Executive)
How can sport help create stronger communities and better opportunities for disadvantaged young people? This session will explore how investment in sport can support social mobility, improve wellbeing, prevent anti-social behaviour and strengthen community cohesion. Panellists will discuss how joined-up policy, early intervention and local delivery can maximise sport’s contribution to safer communities and long-term social and economic outcomes.
Birmingham ICC : Hall 6
Open for Growth: Powering the West End for the Nation
The West End is one of the UK's greatest economic successes, generating billions for the economy and supporting hundres of thousands of Jobs. Join the New West End Company and the Leader of Westminster City Council for drinks and to hear how we can boost growth, competitiveness, and the UK's flagship destination.
06/10/2026
Hyatt Regency Birmingham : Concerto
Securing the Future of Rural Housing
Without affordable homes, rural Britain faces a demographic decline, turning once vibrant villages into childless ‘baby deserts’. How do we deliver high-quality rural housing while protecting the countryside? The panel will discuss these issues and answer your questions on securing the future of rural housing.
Birmingham ICC : Onward Marquee
London at a crossroads: Compete or Decline
London's status as a global business hub is no longer guaranteed. New York, Paris and Dubai now compete for the same firms, capital and talent, as UK productivity stalls and investment lags. Yet London retains world-class universities, deep capital markets and unmatched connectivity. This event asks what it will take to stay competitive and drive UK growth.
Birmingham ICC : Hall 7
In Conversation with Sir James Cleverly MP
The Centre for Policy Studies and Lloyds Banking Group are delighted to host a fireside discussion with Shadow Housing Secretary Sir James Cleverly MP. The conversation will cover James' ministerial brief, including how to increase the supply of homes, supporting first-time buyers and the Conservatives' proposals for reforming stamp duty.
Birmingham ICC : Hall 7
In Conversation with Sir James Cleverly MP
The Centre for Policy Studies and Lloyds Banking Group are delighted to host a fireside discussion with Shadow Housing Secretary Sir James Cleverly MP. The conversation will cover James' ministerial brief, including how to increase the supply of homes, supporting first-time buyers and the Conservatives' proposals for reforming stamp duty.
Hyatt Regency Birmingham : Scherzo
Conservative Friends of Pakistan Reception
Kevin Hollinrake MP (Conservative Party, Chairman of the Conservative Party (Invited))
Rt Hon Wendy Morton MP (The Conservative Party , Shadow Minister for Foreign Affairs (Invited))
Mims Davies MP (The Conservative Party, Shadow Secretary of State for Wales (Invited))
Saqib Bhatti MP (House of Commons, Shadow Minister for Education (Invited))
Richard Fuller MP (Conservative Party, Shadow Chief Secretary to the Treasury (Invited))
Rt Hon Sir Iain Duncan Smith MP (Chingford and Woodford Green, Member of Parliament (Invited))
The Rt Hon Richard Holden MP (Member of Parliament, Shadow Secretary of State for Transport (Invited))
Lord Choudrey CBE SI Pk & CFoP Board invite you to a Drinks Reception at the Conservative Party Conference to celebrate British Pakistani contributions & the Party’s pro-business legacy. Rooted in economic liberalism, deregulation & personal responsibility, we invite business leaders, Shadow Ministers, MPs & Peers to champion growth & build a stronger Britain.