It's conference season

​According to the Institute for Government, they attract serious attention and investment. In 2024, the Conservatives raised £5.5m during conference season, the Lib Dems £1.1m and the SNP £443k. For Labour, these gatherings are also one of the few formal ways members can directly shape party policy through votes.

So why do they matter?

Party leaders use them to launch campaigns and dominate the headlines. Policy debates and fringe discussions often signal where the next big priorities lie. And beyond the main stage, the conferences bring MPs, activists, lobbyists, and industry professionals together.

For anyone working in public affairs, consultancy, or political recruitment, conference season isn’t just a tradition, it’s where relationships are built, momentum grows and the direction of political parties starts to take shape.

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