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December 5, 2024

The Spectator Christmas Carol Service 2024

Previous events

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October 1, 2018

Going global: why Britain’s regions need direct links to the wider world

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October 1, 2018

How open is Britain?

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October 1, 2018

What next for the over-60s? Social care and beyond

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September 26, 2018

Are we heading for a no-deal Brexit?

Join Andrew Neil and a special-guest panel to discuss what sort of Brexit is on the cards. Are we heading for no deal - and what would this mean for the economy and your investments?

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September 24, 2018

Yes She Can: Ruth Davidson in conversation with Andrew Neil

Join Ruth Davidson, leader of the Scottish Conservatives, in conversation with Andrew Neil to discuss her eagerly anticipated book Yes She Can, which will explore the life lessons learned by some of the world’s most powerful women.

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June 28, 2018

Jeremy Hunt in conversation with Andrew Neil

Join Jeremy Hunt, the Health Secretary, in conversation with Andrew Neil, to find out more about the future of the NHS, the biggest challenges and opportunities it faces in the 21st century, and what it all means for our wallets.

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June 28, 2018

Anglo-Australian Relations in a post-Brexit world

As a new wave of protectionism sweeps the globe, can Britain and Australia lead a free trade fightback? What will Brexit mean for Anglo-Australian relations? And what can Britain learn from Australia about life and trade outside the EU? How should businesses respond to changes in society, here and around the world?

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June 21, 2018

100 years of air power: Britain and its military aircraft

As the RAF celebrates its centenary year, we look back at the technological, economic and social impact of the military aircraft sector on the UK. We also examine its effect on Britain’s place in the world – and ask what might be needed by air forces in the future.

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May 17, 2018

The Spectator Housing Summit 2018

The inaugural Spectator Housing Summit, chaired by Isabel Hardman, is a unique opportunity for housing professionals to discuss how government and housebuilders can work together to build more houses.

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May 15, 2018

One Night Only: Rod Liddle at the London Palladium

For one night only, The Spectator hosted an evening with Rod Liddle at the London Palladium, in conversation with Fraser Nelson.

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April 18, 2018

What does Russia want?

Join Andrew Neil and a special guest panel for an in-depth discussion about Russia's people, politics, economy and how the West should deal with the newly re-elected Vladimir Putin.

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March 28, 2018

David Davis in conversation with Andrew Neil

Britain is set to leave the European Union in March, 2019. Twelve months before this momentous event, join Andrew Neil as he interviews David Davis, the Brexit Secretary, on what to expect next year and beyond.

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March 26, 2018

The Spectator Health Summit 2018

The inaugural Spectator Health Summit, chaired by Alastair Stewart, is a unique opportunity for health and care leaders to examine and explore solutions to some of the toughest challenges facing the NHS and social care.

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March 13, 2018

The Chancellor's Spring Statement

On the day of the Spring Statement, join The Spectator’s Andrew Neil, Fraser Nelson and James Forsyth as they share their economic and political analysis for 2018 and beyond.

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February 21, 2018

An Evening with Steven Pinker in conversation with Sam Leith

Join us for an unmissable evening with the eminent Harvard Professor Steven Pinker, in conversation with Sam Leith, The Spectator’s literary editor, on the challenges we face in the 21st century and what we need to do to defend the values and ideas of the Enlightenment.

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December 7, 2017

The Spectator Christmas Carol Service 2017

Enjoy the festive spirit with beautiful music from the choir of St Bride’s and readings from Spectator writers in the stunning Sir Christopher Wren designed church of St Bride’s, known worldwide as the Journalists’ Church.

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December 5, 2017

Drink more fizz with Jonathan Ray

Join our drinks editor, Jonathan Ray, on Tuesday 5 December for an effervescent, fizz-filled lunch in the Spectator boardroom to mark the publication of his latest book, Drink More Fizz!

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November 30, 2017

Prosperity Britain: a Programme for Productivity

New technology is constantly emerging - yet the country's productivity stagnates. Why is it that the output of an average British worker lags behind our overseas competitors and what is the Government doing about it?

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November 28, 2017

Could cancer break the NHS?

Britons are generally living longer, healthier and happier lives. But as we grow older, more of us will have to battle long-term health conditions. One in two of us will get cancer. Is the NHS, which lags behind other countries on early screening and diagnosis, up to this monumental challenge? Or is the NHS – our so-called 'national religion' – destined for the scrapheap?

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November 27, 2017

What is the future of the Tory party?

Having so disastrously misread the public mood at the last election, are the Tories – divided on Brexit and much more – now hurtling towards defeat at the next one? Can they stop Jeremy Corbyn? What should they stand for and who should lead them?

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November 22, 2017

The Spectator Autumn Budget Briefing 2017

On the day of the Budget, join The Spectator’s Andrew Neil, Fraser Nelson and James Forsyth, as they discuss the Chancellor's plans, and what has been called a 'make or break' moment for Theresa May's minority government.

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October 19, 2017

Over and Out: an evening with Henry Blofeld

For more than 40 years, his voice on Test Match Special has been the sound of summer for thousands of cricket lovers in Britain and the world over.

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October 12, 2017

10 Years on from the crash: Andrew Neil in conversation with George Osborne

Ten years ago this autumn, Northern Rock experienced the first run on a British bank for 150 years. It was just one symptom of a crisis that was soon to engulf the entire global financial system.

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September 27, 2017

Britain and the EU: two very different futures?

Britain is now enmeshed in Brexit negotiations, the final outcome still far from certain. But there are big challenges in the EU, too. Can Macron achieve his eurozone reforms? Does a resurgent Russia and a disengaged US spell trouble? What does the future look like for the UK and the EU?

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September 13, 2017

An Evening with Rod Liddle 2017

Following the success of last year’s sold-out event, The Spectator is delighted to welcome back Rod Liddle for an evening in conversation with Fraser Nelson.