JRF at Liberal Democrat Party Conference
Delegates can join JRF for discussions on social security and social care at this year's Liberal Democrat Party Conference.
19–22 September 2026
In party conference season JRF attends these events to connect research with policymakers, sparking debate and fresh thinking on key social issues. This year we will hold discussions at the Labour, Conservative, Liberal Democrat and Green party conferences.
Our events
Tackling the drivers of hunger and hardship — a liberal approach to reforming our social security system. In partnership with Trussell.
Time and location
Sunday 20 September, 1.45pm–2.45pm
Room 1A, Brighton Centre
Speakers
- Manuela Perteghella MP
- Steve Darling MP
- Beatrice Orchard, Head of Social Security Policy, Trussell
- Noah Vickers, Reporter, House Magazine
From ill health, an expensive private rented sector, and a lack of good jobs locally, our social security system is put under pressure from failures elsewhere. Join JRF, Trussell, and Liberal Democrats to hear how focusing on these root causes can help build a fairer, sustainable future, and an alternative to blunt cuts.
Adult Social Care: How the Liberal Democrats Can Deliver Once-in-a-Generation Reform
Time and location
Monday 21 September, 6.15pm–7.15pm
Room 1A, Brighton Centre (Secure Zone)
Speakers
- Chair: Sarah Dawood, Freelance Journalist and Editor
- Helen Morgan MP, Health and Social Care Spokesperson
- Cllr Dr Wendy Taylor MBE, Chair of LGA Health and Wellbeing Committee
- Louise Woodruff, Care Senior Policy Adviser, JRF
- Person with lived experience of the care system
At its best, social care keeps people independent and living well. But costs are staggering and arbitrary, falling hardest on those with the highest needs while councils buckle under pressure. With the Casey Commission underway, the Liberal Democrats are uniquely placed to forge consensus. Join us to explore what a reimagined system looks like and how it can be delivered.
Who is this event for?
This event is open to anybody attending the Liberal Democrat Party Conference 2026.