DIRECTORY LIBERAL DEMOCRATS AUTUMN CONFERENCE BOURNEMOUTH 14–17 SEPTEMBER 2019 Clear Print This clear print / large text version of the Conference Directory matches as closely as possible the text of the published Directory. Page number cross references are correct within this clear print document. Some information may appear in a different place from its location in the published Directory. Complex layouts and graphics have been omitted. It is black and white omn A4 pages for ease of printing. The Agenda and Directory and other conference publications, in PDF, plain text and clear print formats, are available online at www.libdems.org.uk/conference_papers Page 1 Directory Liberal Democrats Autumn Conference 2019 Clearprint Welcome to the Liberal Democrat 2019 conference Directory. If you have any questions whilst at conference please ask a conference steward or go to the Information Desk on the ground floor of the Bournemouth International Centre. Conference venue Bournemouth International Centre (BIC) Exeter Road, Bournemouth, BH2 5BH. Please note that the BIC is within the secure zone and that access is only possible with a valid conference pass. Conference hotel Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott St Michael’s Rd, West Cliff, Bournemouth, BH2 5DU. Further information, registration and conference publications (including plain text and clear print versions) are available at: www.libdems.org.uk/conference For information about the main auditorium sessions, see the separate conference Agenda. DEMAND BETTER THAN BREXIT Page 2 Directory Liberal Democrats Autumn Conference 2019 Clearprint Contents Feature . 4–5 Our time is now by Jo Swinson MP Conference information: . 6–13 Exhibition: . 14–26 List of exhibitors . 14 Directory of exhibitors . 16 Fringe & training guide: . 27–68 Fringe & training venues and key . 27 Saturday fringe & training . 30 Sunday fringe & training . 47 Monday fringe & training . 65 Tuesday fringe & training . 81 The printed Directory contains: Conference hotel plan Conference venue plans Exhibition plan Map of Bournemouth These are also availabe at: www.libdems.org.uk/conference_papers Page 3 Directory Liberal Democrats Autumn Conference 2019 Clearprint FEATURE Our time is now by Jo Swinson MP There has never been a more important time for the Liberal Democrats. Our country needs us. The forces of hate, mistrust and division are growing with chilling consequences. Now is the time for liberals across the UK to rise up and speak out with a collective voice that paints a positive, inclusive and open vision. Now is the time for the Liberal Democrats. The Conservatives are intent on destroying our country through their reckless dash for Brexit and the Labour party are intent on destroying themselves. It is the Liberal Democrats – the strongest Remain party – that must speak the loudest and clearest, not for ourselves but for the communities we represent and the country we love. Brexit is the totemic issue of our time: it threatens everything that we love, value and cherish. But Brexit is just one symptom of the poisonous politics that is festering in our country. We need to be winning not just elections, but hearts and minds. We need to be building a new liberal movement with a strong Liberal Democrats at its heart. Together, we can do this. Page 4 Directory Liberal Democrats Autumn Conference 2019 Clearprint FEATURE Together, we will unite the forces of Remain, we will reach out to the millions of small ‘l’ liberals who find themselves without a political home. Together, we will reach out to those that have been abandoned by the ideological dogma of Jeremy Corbyn’s Labour, to those left behind by the radical right-wing takeover of the Conservatives and those that have been deserted by the SNP’s obsession with breaking up the United Kingdom. Together, we will stop Brexit. We will reach out to communities that have never heard a liberal voice and we will speak up for them. Whether you’re a gay teenager growing up in Cornwall, a single parent who recently immigrated to Manchester, or a minimum-wage worker barely getting by in Glasgow, I want you to know that the Liberal Democrats have your back. We will fight with everything we have for you and your communities, we will fight for the Britain we believe in. Now is the time for liberals to rise up and unite. Now is the time to build a new liberal movement. Now is the time for the Liberal Democrats. Jo Swinson, Leader of the Liberal Democrats Page 5 Directory Liberal Democrats Autumn Conference 2019 Clearprint INFORMATION Conference information If you have any questions on-site, please ask a steward or go to the Information Desk in the main foyer of the BIC. Be aware that flash photography is frequently used in the auditorium. Please ensure that all mobile phones are on silent before entering the auditorium. Please note that access to the BIC is only possible with a valid conference pass. Accessibility If you need assistance at the venue, please contact the Information Desk where our dedicated access steward will be on hand to help. If you need assistance or information in advance, contact the Conference Office on: [email protected] Auditorium facilities l There is access to the stage via a wheelchair lift stage right. The chair of the session will ensure wheelchair users are called in plenty of time to access the stage. l An induction loop system, which can be linked to hearing aids. l Sign language interpretation during all auditorium sessions; a number of seats are reserved for attendees using this service, at the front of the auditorium. l Reserved seats at the front of the auditorium for those who would benefit from being closer to the stage due to a visual impairment. Mobility aids The Liberal Democrats have a limited number of electric scooters available for Page 6 Directory Liberal Democrats Autumn Conference 2019 Clearprint INFORMATION use around the conference venue – please note that they need to be returned each evening. To request the use of an electric scooter, please contact: [email protected] Mobility minibus shuttle There will be a complimentary minibus between the Highcliff Marriott and BIC. It will include space for three wheelchairs and priority will be given for those who are less able. It will run continually between the two locations between the following times: Saturday 14 Sept: 08.15–10.15, 12.45–14.45 and 19.45–21.45. Sunday 15 Sept: 08.15–09.45, 12.30–14.30 and 18.00–19.30. Monday 16 Sept: 08.30–09.30, 10.45–14.15 and 18.00–09.30. Tuesday 17 Sept: 08.30–09.30 and 15.30–16.30. Conference Access Fund We have established a Conference Access Fund to improve accessibility for members attending conference. The fund consists of a contribution from the conference budget as well as donations from party members. Contributions made by members are ring- fenced. Where applicable, unused donations will be carried over to the next conference. For details see: www.libdems.org.uk/access-fund Accommodation Accommodation can be booked via our local partner: www.libdems.org.uk/autumn_conference_accommodation Page 7 Directory Liberal Democrats Autumn Conference 2019 Clearprint INFORMATION ATM There is a free-of-charge ATM next to the front entrance of the BIC. Cloakroom Under no circumstances will any large bags or suitcases be allowed into the Bournemouth International Centre (BIC). There is a cloakroom in the Main Foyer of the BIC – a charge of £1.50 per item applies. On the last day of conference your hotel should be able to store your luggage for you after checkout and there will be a left luggage facility at the Highcfliff Marriott – see page 9. Please do not bring your luggage to the BIC. Coffee, tea and water Please bring your re-usable cup to conference to obtain a 10% discount on the price of a hot drink at the BIC. And bring your own reusable water bottle which can be refilled with tap water upon request at the café and bars at the BIC. Conference Extra and Daily Conference Extra is published ahead of conference and Conference Daily each day at conference, containing updates to the agenda including changes to timings, amendments, topical issues, emergency motions and questions to reports, available via the Conference App and at: www.libdems.org.uk/conference_papers Limited hard copies of Conference Daily will be available each morning – enquire at the Information Desk. Be green – Go paperless! Page 8 Directory Liberal Democrats Autumn Conference 2019 Clearprint INFORMATION Distribution of literature Distribution of literature is not allowed inside or directly outside the BIC. Excessive distribution of promotional literature is not in line with the party’s environmental policies. Any persons attempting to bring a large number of fliers into the conference centre may be prohibited from entering and a dilapidation charge will be levied against any organisation or individual responsible for ‘fly-posting’. Federal Board helpdesk The FB helpdesk is situated by the Information Desk. Members of the Federal Board will be available to have strategic conversations with members at the following times: Saturday 14 Sept. 14.00–16.00 Sunday 15 Sept. 10.30–12.30 and 14.00–16.00 Monday 16 Sept. 10.30–12.30 and 14.00–16.00 Tuesday 17 Sept. 10.30–12.30 Federal Conference Committee helpdesk Members of the FCC will be available to give advice at the Information Desk at the following times: Saturday 14 Sept. 13.00–15.00 Sunday 15 Sept. 10.30–12.30 Monday 16 Sept. 10.30–12.30 Tuesday 17 Sept. 10.30–12.30 First Aid In the event of needing First Aid, please speak to a conference steward, go Page 9 Directory Liberal Democrats Autumn Conference 2019 Clearprint INFORMATION to the Information Desk or to the first aid room at the BIC.