A security pass is required at all times to attend events in either of the secure Conference venues, Birmingham ICC or Hyatt Regency Birmingham.

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

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.

05/10/2026

11.00  Social Market Foundation, Pensions UK and LGPS Central

Hyatt Regency Birmingham : Fortissimo 

How can the UK harness the scale of its pension system to support long term economic growth while delivering the best outcomes for savers?

Debate around the Pension Schemes Act has reinforced the principle that investment decisions must be driven by trustees acting in members’ financial interests, not by Government mandate. This panel will explore how reforms such as the Fit for the Future regime, consolidation, and initiatives such as the Mansion House Accord could reshape investment—and how to build a credible pipeline of UK opportunities that work for pension schemes.

15.00  Onward and National Grid

Birmingham ICC : Onward Marquee

Unlocking Energy Innovation: Powering the UK's Future

The UK's energy system transformation is at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and world class innovation. Join industry leaders, policymakers and innovators to explore how the UK can become a global magnet for energy investment and innovation, and the critical role grid infrastructure plays in powering a secure, resilient, and affordable energy future.

06/10/2026

12.45  Conservative Policy Forum

Birmingham ICC : Sir David Amess Theatre

Policies for Opportunity

How can taxation and other types of policy support the aspirational, including families and high earners who are not rich yet? Join a workshop with the Conservative Policy Forum, the Conservative Party's official in-house thinktank, which takes the best policy solutions to the Leader and Shadow Cabinet. Come along, and bring your ideas.