Monday 5 October, 17.45 – 19.00
Manchester Central Library
We have joined forces with Bright Blue and GuildHE to organise a fringe event at the Conservative Party Conference with the theme: “University: is it worth it?” The event will explore whether universities provide value for money in relation to students, government and the wider economy.Speakers include:
- Jo Johnson MP (Minister for Universities and Science) – Invited
- The Rt Hon David Willetts (Excecutive Chair, Resolution Foundation) – Confirmed
- Megan Dunn, (President NUS) – Confirmed
- Katja Hall, (Deputy Director General, CBI) – Confirmed
- Prof Joy Carter, (Chair, GuildHE)
- Matthew d’Ancona, (Chair, Bright Blue)
There is no need to register, you can simply turn up to the event. But if you have any questions, contact Rachel for further details.