The Liberal commitment to localism and local power has strong historical roots. Discussing the Liberal innovations in local government in Birmingham in the 1870s, led by Joseph Chamberlain, and in Manchester in the 1920s, led by E. D. Simon, are Dr Ian Cawood (Associate Professor of History, University of Stirling) and Dr Brendon Jones (University of Manchester). Chair: Baroness Claire Tyler.
March 14, 2026
18:15
Meeting Room 4, Novotel York Centre
Fishergate, York YO10 4FD