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Conservative party conference, day two: The Spectator guide

Philip Hammond takes to the stage today at Tory party conference to discuss the Conservative’s plans for an economy that ‘works for everyone’ – echoing Theresa May’s first pitch as Prime Minister on the steps of Downing Street. We’ll also hear from Sajid Javid, Andrea Leadsom and Liam Fox in some of the other big speeches of the day. Here’s the full run-through of what’s on today:

Conference:

10.30am – 12.30pm:
An economy that works for everyone
Business secretary Greg Clark
Communities secretary Sajid Javid
Transport secretary Chris Grayling
Chancellor Philip Hammond




2.30pm – 4.15pm:
Culture secretary Karen Bradley
Environment secretary Andrea Leadsom
International trade secretary Liam Fox


4.30pm – 5.30pm:
Preparation for next year’s election
Open to Party Members only

Fringe events:

7.30am – 9.30am:
How should the Northern Powerhouse contribute to the rebalancing of the UK economy?
Speakers: Jake Berry MP
Birmingham ICC: Media Suite B


8am – 9.30am:
How to develop and deliver educational opportunities for all
Speakers include: Dominic Raab MP; Toby Young
Social Market Foundation
Hyatt Regency Birmingham



8am – 9.

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