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

05/10/2026

13.45  Onward and Social Investment Business

Birmingham ICC : Onward Marquee

Common Ground: How to save the spaces that hold Britain together

Community spaces and social sector organisations are a cornerstone of British life. They build pride, belonging and resilience, delivering vital public services and acting as a key local pillar of national renewal. But high energy bills, a lack of access to public finance and the rapid disposal of local authority assets are threatening their survival. Join us to discuss how we can maintain this collective inheritance.

15.45  Education Policy Institute in partnership with the National Education Union

Birmingham ICC : Executive Room 2

[Private roundtable] How can we ensure AI implementation supports the educational experiences that help all children flourish?

To ensure AI implementation supports students’ learning rather than undermining it, a clear roadmap is needed to shape and leverage AI for transformational educational benefits. This EPI-NEU roundtable will discuss how we can optimise the benefits while minimising the risks, which stakeholders are critical for determining what good looks like, and how we can effectively monitor its impact. This is a private invitation-only event.

06/10/2026

15.00  The Cornerstone Group

Novotel Hotel, 70 Broad Street, B1 2HT : Burne Jones Room

Assisted Suicide and Beyond – The Battle for Morality in Politics

Join the Cornerstone Group for their annual panel discussion. This year the battle against assisted suicide, in the context of other moral issues, will be discussed with guest speakers. Coffees, teas, and light snacks provided.