Conservative Conference 2019: pick of Sunday's fringe events

Jeremy Hughes | PoliticsHome

3 min read29 September 2019 Partner content

Overwhelmed by the number of events going on over the conference period? Don't worry, PoliticsHome has got your back. Here's a run down of the best to watch out for at Conservative conference on Sunday 29 September.

14:30 - UK Housing: how do we deliver for homeowners and address the critical challenges ahead?

Housing minister Esther McVey will join industry leaders for a discussion on how the critical housing shortage can be tackled

Location: ConservativeHome Marquee

16:00 - Can Manchester be Blue Again?

Transport Secretary Grant Shapps leads a discussion on how new policy initiatives can boost support for the Conservatives in Labour strongholds.

Location: Manchester Central - Exchange 1

16:00 - Housing and the economy: How do we invest in the homes we need urgently?

This Federation of Master Builders event will look at how best we can invest in the homes we need.

Location: ConservativeHome Marquee

18:00 Onward: Q&A with Rory Stewart MP

Lord Daniel Finkelstein will host a Q&A with former Tory leadership candidate Rory Stewart. Mr Stewart, who is still sitting as an Independent MP in the Commons is rumoured to be looking to set up a new political grouping. This event could be one to watch

Location: Manchester Central - Charter 3

18:00 The Times Red Box

Matt Chorley interviews International Trade Secretary Liz Truss for his popular Times Red Box Podcast.

Location: Manchester Central - LondonLounge

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