Events & rallies

From Deterrence to Intervention and Back Again: The Strategic Drift of UK Defence Policy Since the Cold War

Furness Lecture Theatre 1, Lancaster University (Bailrigg campus) · Lancaster

Thu, 29 October 2026, 17:00

Organised by RAF Museum with the Centre for War and Diplomacy, Lancaster University

A lecture by Dr Andrew Curtis examining UK defence policy from the end of the Cold War to the present, including defence reviews and the Iraq and Afghanistan interventions. It is held at Lancaster University and can also be watched online.

Should we scrap The Equality Act?

Hoare Memorial Hall, Church House · London

Sun, 18 October 2026, 13:45–15:15

Organised by Academy of Ideas

A Battle of Ideas debate on whether the Equality Act 2010 should be repealed or reformed, including its relationship with free speech.

Why is policing Britain so difficult?

Hospitality Suite, Church House · London

Sun, 18 October 2026, 11:00–12:30

Organised by Academy of Ideas

A Battle of Ideas debate on falling public trust in police leadership and whether competing demands prevent the police from concentrating on preventing crime.

Brexit: the facts strike back

Robert Runcie Room, Church House · London

Sun, 18 October 2026, 10:00–10:45

Organised by Academy of Ideas

A Battle of Ideas panel discussion with contributors to a book examining claims made about the economic and social consequences of Brexit.

Don't look back! Escaping the EU's economic doom loop

Convocation Hall, Church House · London

Sat, 17 October 2026, 16:45–18:15

Organised by Academy of Ideas

A Battle of Ideas debate comparing Britain's economic performance since Brexit with the EU's, and whether the UK should seek closer ties with Europe or use its regulatory autonomy.

Visas for all? Britain's immigration scandal

Parker Morris Hall, The Abbey Centre · London

Sat, 17 October 2026, 14:45–16:15

Organised by Academy of Ideas

A Battle of Ideas debate on problems in Britain's visa sponsorship system and the options for reform.

Podcast Live: The Free Speech Union Podcast

Harvey Goodwin Suite, Church House · London

Sat, 17 October 2026, 14:45–16:15

Organised by Academy of Ideas

A live recording of the Free Speech Union's podcast, held as a session within the Battle of Ideas festival.

Should we put Britain first? The 'national interest' question

Wash House Café, The Abbey Centre · London

Sat, 17 October 2026, 10:15–11:45

Organised by Academy of Ideas

A Battle of Ideas debate on whether Britain should put its national interest first in policy-making, and how that sits with international obligations.

Battle of Ideas festival 2026

Church House and The Abbey Centre, Westminster · London

Sat, 17 October 2026 – Sun, 18 October 2026

Organised by Academy of Ideas

A two-day festival of public debates and discussions presented by the Academy of Ideas at Church House and The Abbey Centre in Westminster. The programme covers politics, economics, law, culture, science and free expression.

Register to Vote Campaign

Buchanan Street Glasgow · Glasgow

Sat, 10 October 2026, 11:00–14:00

Meet the Great British PAC team who will be available to speak to people about the importance of voting, discuss current petitions we support and hopefully recruit new Great British PAC members!

Backing Business: Your Voice for Small Business

Birmingham

Tue, 6 October 2026

Organised by Conservative Party

A small business event on 6 October during the Conservative Party Conference in Birmingham. The organiser says all tickets have sold out.

Backing Business: Business Day 2026

Birmingham International Convention Centre (ICC) · Birmingham

Mon, 5 October 2026

Organised by Conservative Party

A business programme at the Conservative Party Conference with sessions and policy roundtables involving the party's shadow ministerial team. Tickets include a four-day Conference ticket, lunch with senior party members and a drinks reception.

Centre for Policy Studies programme at Conservative Party Conference

CPS Gallery - Hall 7, ICC Birmingham · Birmingham

Sun, 4 October 2026, 14:00 – Tue, 6 October 2026, 17:30

Organised by Centre for Policy Studies

A programme of panel discussions and interviews run by the Centre for Policy Studies in its gallery in Hall 7 of the ICC during the Conservative Party Conference. Some sessions, including roundtables and a drinks reception, are by invitation only.

Labour Party Annual Conference 2026

Convention Centre and Exhibition Centre at the Liverpool Experience Campus, and the Pullman Hotel · Liverpool

Sun, 27 September 2026 – Wed, 30 September 2026

Organised by The Labour Party

The Labour Party's annual conference in Liverpool, with speeches, a programme of events and an exhibition. Attendance requires an accredited pass, which is subject to security vetting.

Register to Vote Campaign

Buchanan Street Glasgow · Glasgow

Sat, 26 September 2026, 13:00–15:00

Join the Great British PAC Scotland at Buchanan Street Glasgow as part of their Register to Vote Campaign.

Liberal Democrats Autumn Conference 2026

Brighton Centre, Kings Road · Brighton

Sat, 19 September 2026, 09:00 – Tue, 22 September 2026, 15:30

Organised by Liberal Democrats

The Liberal Democrats' autumn party conference at the Brighton Centre, with debates and votes on motions, training, fringe events and an exhibition. The rally is on Saturday 19 September (18:30-19:30) and the leader's speech on Tuesday 22 September (14:20-15:30).

Reform Tunbridge Wells Grand Speaker Event evening with Professor Matt Goodwin, Alex Phillips and Alex Wilson AM

The Spa Hotel · Tunbridge Wells

Tue, 15 September 2026, 18:30

Organised by Reform UK Tunbridge Wells branch

A Reform UK Tunbridge Wells branch speaker evening at The Spa Hotel with Professor Matt Goodwin, broadcaster Alex Phillips and Alex Wilson AM, Leader of the Reform UK Group in the London Assembly. The branch describes an evening of analysis, discussion and questions to the speakers.