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Labour’s conference, day three: The Spectator guide

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It’s Tom Watson’s turn to address Labour’s party conference today. Last year, he said it was ‘time to get the band back together’ – earning himself a standing ovation from delegates and a somewhat muted response from Jeremy Corbyn. Here are the highlights we can look forward to on day three: Labour conference: 

9.30am: Financial reports; NEC and CLP constitutional amendments

10.30am: Rebecca Long-Bailey

12.30pm: Angela Rayner

2.30pm: Jon Ashworth

5pm: Tom Watson

Fringe events:

Midday: Repowering Britain: Building a progressive truly-left vision for England that doesn’t reinforce racist values Buddies Cafe Bar. Speakers: Lisa Nandy; Clive Lewis, Naz Shah

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1pm: Speak up! Time to strengthen voice at work Churchill, Brighton Hilton Metropole. Speakers: Tom Watson; Polly Toynbee; Rachel Reeves

1pm: Justice in the modern age Boardroom, Old Ship. Speakers:

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