18 September 2024

Tom Wilkins hosted a panel discussion to mark the start of the new Parliamentary term with The Spectator’s Political Editor, Katy Balls, and the Financial Times’ Political Editor, George Parker.

Panellists started by setting the scene, looking back at what’s already happened since 4 July, and what’s to come. They then shared insights on a range of questions from the audience.

The panel set the scene with their takes on the current political climate, what to look out for in the coming weeks, and shared their insights on the key themes shaping this Labour Government. They noted that following summer recess, activity in the House of Commons reflects a feeling of excitement, with a record number of new MPs finding their footing; something that can be felt across the broader machinery of Government.

However, with a few difficult moments for the Prime Minister arising already – the two-child benefit cap, winter fuel payment controversy and early prisoner release – it seems the honeymoon period has come to an abrupt end.

Over the next few months there will be multiple milestones for the new Government and with them come opportunities to scrutinise Keir Starmer’s political agenda and aptitude.

The Prime Minister will first attempt to use Labour Party Conference to channel focus back to more positive policy initiatives, such as planning reform, to hammer home the message that ‘Change’ has begun. 12 October will mark the end of Starmer’s pivotal first 100 days, quickly followed by the International Investment Summit on 14 October. But the real first test of Labour’s agenda will be the Budget on 30 October, with all eyes on what revenue-raising measures the Chancellor will announce.

There were further responses to questions on:

• Labour messaging
• Growth and planning reforms
• Defence
• Health
• Political relationships

Thanks to all who attended the event.

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17 July 2024

A virtual fireside chat with H/Advisors Cicero Senior Counsel Sir David Lidington assessing the geopolitical flashpoints for H2 2024, chaired by Partner and Energy & Infrastructure Sector Lead, Tom Wilkins.

Date: 17 July 2024

Time: 12pm – 1pm

Location: Online (Zoom)

24 July 2024

We are honoured to be hosting Nicole Mannion, the EU’s Deputy Ambassador to the UK, in conversation with H/Advisors Cicero’s Executive Chairman, Iain Anderson.

We’ll be having a lunch and chat around the consequences of the EU and UK elections, and what they mean for the relationship going forward.

Date: 24 July 2024

Time: 12pm

For more information about reserving a place at this event, please contact anthony.pinnick@h-advisors.global.

3 July 2024

Join us for breakfast and a conversation with The Guardian and The Observer’s Deputy Business Editor Juliette Garside on 3rd July.

Juliette will be discussing how the team and desk works, how to pitch relevant stories and her own observations on media and journalism.

Date: Wednesday 3 July

Time: 8.45am – 10am

Venue: Havas Village London, 3 Pancras Square, London N1C 4AG

Please RSVP to adam.f.taylor@h-advisors.global if you’d like to attend.

19 June 2024

We’re thrilled to host legendary psephologist and long-time friend of H/Advisors Cicero, Professor Sir John Curtice, to share his unparalleled insights into the upcoming UK General Election.

Sir John, Professor of Politics at the University of Strathclyde and Senior Research Fellow at the National Centre for Social Research has joined us before to discuss several previous elections and will be returning to give us an update on this campaign just two weeks before the public goes to the polls.

Date: Wednesday 19 June

Time: 12.00pm for 12.30pm start until 1.30pm

Venue: Havas Village London, 3 Pancras Square, N1C 4AG

To book a place please email Simon Fitzpatrick at simon.fitzpatrick@h-advisors.global.

POSTPONED

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