A week is a long time in politics. And it’s been a long year since we were last at Conference. With a new Leader, a new Cabinet and a completely different political world, there’s a lot to catch up on.

This year at Conference we have a fantastic line-up. And we can only do this thanks to the support of our sponsors, so we would like to say thanks to the following for all their support this year: Octopus Energy, KFC, the University of Liverpool, the London School of Economics, GS1 UK, the British Retail Consortium, Impetus, the Post Office, Babelfish Media, Survation and the Fabian Society.

For any enquiries for Conference 2027, contact [email protected]. It’s never too early to start planning!

We look forward to seeing you in Liverpool!

LabourList Karaoke & DJ Night

In partnership with Octopus Energy
The Bierkeller, Liverpool
20:00 – 01:00

LabourList’s unmissable night of karaoke, in partnership with Octopus Energy. From 8pm until 1am at the Bierkeller Bar, hear top Labour figures play their favourite tracks, belt out their top anthems, and support LabourList’s independent journalism.

Tickets to LabourList Karaoke always sell out ahead of Party Conference! Buy your tickets now here!

Sunday 27th September

The Big Challenge: How Can Labour Win Back Populist-Curious Voters?

In partnership with the Good Growth Foundation
Location: Good Growth Foundation Pod, Dee Room, Lower ACC Hall
12:00 – 13:00

How do we win back voters tempted by populist promises of control? Join LabourList’s Emma Burnell and the Good Growth Foundation to debate how the government can win back these critical voters.

LabourList x KFC Rally

In partnership with KFC
Revolution Bar, Atlantic Pavilion, Albert Docks
16:30 – 18:30

Join us for a high-energy rally to kick-off conference, hosted by LabourList and sponsored by our partners KFC. Hear from and chat with key Labour Party figures from across our movement, enjoy free food and drink, and meet like-minded activists.

Featuring speakers:

• Wes Streeting MP, Secretary of State for Defence
• Lucy Powell MP, Secretary of State for Education and Deputy Leader of the Labour Party
• Torsten Bell MP, Pensions Minister
• Dan Tomlinson MP, Minister for Growth
• Alison McGovern MP, Minister for Social Care
• Naushabah Khan MP, Member of Parliament for Gillingham and Rainham

With more to be announced…

Monday 28th September

Listening to, and learning from, teachers in the attendance crisis

In partnership with Impetus
Revolution Bar, Atlantic Pavilion, Albert Docks
10:00 – 11:00

School attendance is a Labour priority, yet absence remains highest among disadvantaged pupils. Teachers are central to this challenge, but little is known about its impact on their work. Join Impetus & Public First to explore new research on teachers’ views, classroom impact, and how to improve attendance for every child.

Speakers:

• Rachel Sylvester, Political Editor, the Observer (Chair)
• Lucy Powell MP, Education Secretary (invited)
• Helen Hayes MP, Chair, Education Select Committee
• Susannah Hardyman MBE, CEO, Impetus
• Wesley Davies, CEO, the Two Counties Trust
• Ed Dorrell, Director, Public First

New Narratives for a New Era: How Can Political Parties Cut Through Malaise?

In partnership with the London School of Economics and Political Science
Revolution Bar, Atlantic Pavilion, Albert Docks
11:15 – 12:15

Political parties face a growing challenge in cutting through public malaise and reconnecting with voters. Join LabourList and the London School of Economics and Political Science for a discussion about how political parties can develop new narratives, communicate in a changing political environment and build a more compelling vision for the future.

Speakers:

• Prof. Tony Travers CBE, Professor in Practice and Associate Dean, LSE School of Public Policy (Chair)
• Dr Nick Anstead, Associate Professor, Media and Communications, LSE
• Charlotte Beeden, Creators Lead, 411
• Scarlett Maguire, Founder, Merlin Strategy
• John McTernan, Political Strategist
• Bridget Phillipson MP, Labour Party Chair (invited)
• Gordon McKee MP, Member of Parliament for Glasgow South

Rebuilding Britain’s High Streets: What is Labour’s Plan for Local Communities?

In partnership with the Post Office
Revolution Bar, Atlantic Pavilion, Albert Docks
12:30 – 13:30

The future of our high streets is a political debate. From economic growth and public services to local identity and pride, high streets are a bellwether for how we rebuild Britain. Join LabourList and the Post Office to discuss Labour’s vision for high streets and the role of government and business in boosting local economies and communities.

Speakers:

• Rachael Saunders, LabourList Board (Chair)
• Neil Brocklehurst, CEO, Post Office
• Mark Robinson, Former Chair, High Streets Task Force
• Leigh Ingham MP, Member of Parliament for Stafford
• Kate Dearden MP, Minister for the Future of Work, including the Post Office (invited)

Seizing the North’s Growth Moment: How Universities, Industry and Mayors can turn Northern strengths into investment and prosperity

In partnership with the University of Liverpool and the N8 Research Partnership
Revolution Bar, Atlantic Pavilion, Albert Docks
15:00 – 16:00

As the Government develops its Northern Growth Strategy, join LabourList, the University of Liverpool and the N8 Research Partnership for a discussion about how collaboration between higher education, business and devolved leaders can unlock the North’s growth potential.

Speakers:

• Kevin Craig, LabourList Board (Chair)
• Professor Tim Jones, Vice-Chancellor, University of Liverpool and Chair of the N8 Research Partnership
• Dr Colin Tattam, Director, N8 Research Partnership
• Chris McDonald MP, Minister for Science, Innovation and Investment (invited)
• Chi Onwurah MP, Chair of the Science, Innovation and Technology Select Committee (invited)
• Cllr Louise Gittins, Leader of Cheshire West and Chester Council, Chair of Cheshire and Warrington Combined Authority

Levelling the Playing Field: What Britain can learn about Devolution from Liverpool City Region and Greater Manchester

In partnership with the University of Liverpool’s Heseltine Institute
Revolution Bar, Atlantic Pavilion, Albert Docks
16:15 – 17:15

With devolution a key priority of Andy Burnham’s new administration, there is a question about what further devolution will look like. Different regions have different approaches and local priorities. Join LabourList and the University of Liverpool’s Heseltine Institute for a conversation about what this could entail for a new era of devolution.

Speakers:

• Rachael Saunders, LabourList Board (Chair)
• Susan Jarvis, Co-Director, Heseltine Institute for Public Policy, Practice and Place
• Emma Degg MBE, Chief Executive of the North West Business Leadership Team
• Jim McMahon OBE MP, Minister for Local Government, Devolution and Growth
• Cllr Liam Robinson, Leader of Liverpool City Council
• Bev Craig, Mayor of Greater Manchester (invited)

In Conversation with…

In partnership with the Fabian Society

Join LabourList and the Fabian Society for an in-depth conversation with a leading Labour voice about the challenges and opportunities facing the party and the country. Further detail to be shared in due course. This event will be ticketed.

Tuesday 29th September

The State of the Party: What Labour can learn from its members

In partnership with Survation and Babelfish Media
Revolution Bar, Atlantic Pavilion, Albert Docks
10:00 – 11:00

What does the Labour membership think about the party’s time in government, and what can its views tell us about the road ahead? Join LabourList, Survation and Babelfish Media to launch their latest Labour Party membership polling, looking both back and forwards at members’ attitudes and how those views could translate into Government policymaking.

Speakers:

• Baroness Thangam Debbonaire, LabourList Board (Chair)
• Damian Lyons-Lowe, CEO, Survation
• Emma Burnell, Editor, LabourList
• Dale Vince, CEO, Babelfish Media
• Bridget Phillipson, Chair of the Labour Party (invited)

Fighting pharma fakes: The rise of counterfeit pharmaceuticals and how NHS codes can prevent them

In partnership with GS1 UK
Revolution Bar, Atlantic Pavilion, Albert Docks
11:15 – 12:15

In 2025 alone, over 20 million illegal medicines were seized in the UK. This number is growing, with increased demand for take-at-home medicines and commercial weight-loss drugs. Join LabourList and GS1 UK for a conversation about what Britain can do to prevent counterfeits, tackle the illicit economy and protect our NHS.

Speakers:

• Karin Christiansen, LabourList Board (Chair)
• Zubir Ahmed MP, former Minister for Health Innovation and Safety
• Georgina Lawton, Head of Healthcare, GS1 UK
• Oksana Pyzik, Founder, Fight the Fakes Alliance
• James Frith MP, Minister for Health Innovation and Safety (invited)

Buying into retail jobs: Retail’s role in addressing the NEET crisis

In partnership with the British Retail Consortium
Revolution Bar, Atlantic Pavilion, Albert Docks
12:30 – 13:30

As the UK’s largest private-sector provider of jobs, the retail industry is vital in conversations about youth unemployment. Join LabourList, the British Retail Consortium and industry leaders to discuss how government and retailers can work together to help address the NEET crisis by creating, modernising and investing in jobs for young people.

Speakers:

• Karin Christiansen, LabourList Board (Chair)
• Alan Milburn, Government Adviser, Department for Work and Pensions
• Helen Dickinson, CEO, British Retail Consortium
• Joanne Thomas, General Secretary, USDAW
• Lauren Edwards MP, Chair, APPG Skills & Apprenticeships
• Sarah Welsh, Chief Product Officer, Matalan

Fabian Leader’s Speech Watch Party

In partnership with the Fabian Society
The Bluecoat, School Ln, Liverpool L1 3BX
13:30 – 16:30

Join LabourList and the Fabian Society to watch and discuss the Labour leader’s conference speech, with an opportunity to hear reactions from Labour members, commentators and guests as the speech unfolds. Further detail to be shared in due course, including how to register in advance.