Labour Party Conference Briefing (2025)

Introduction

Standing behind a lectern with the slogan, ‘Renew Britain’, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer delivered a strong speech at the Labour party conference, winning over some of those who had lost confidence in his leadership. Yet the excitement felt in 2024 and rekindled in the leaders speech was not as much on show at the conference itself, as the serious work of self examination was in full flow.

Where Ministers attended events, there was acknowledgement of the challenges and need to re-align priorities. MP’s also shared that burden, many leaving behind the bombastic nature that being the centre of attention can provoke.

The NFB toured events, asked questions at panels, brought up member concerns and planted seeds for future lobbying. This briefing offers a flavour of that, and covers some of the major announcements.

Sunday – Speeches