Event

Margaret Thatcher conference 2026: Prosperity

This event hosted by UK think tank the Centre for Policy Studies is their annual flagship event.

The Centre for Policy Studies’ Margaret Thatcher Conference returns for another year! Our flagship event will be taking place on Monday 27 April 2026 and we’d love for you to join us.

Tickets go on sale at 10am on Monday 26 January – take advantage of the Early Bird discount plus a discounted ticket price for Under 35s. Prices have been held at 2025 levels.

Gold ticket holders will get an and exclusive merchandise pack, a guaranteed seat in front section and a copy of Conservative Revolution signed by the editors, as well as the opportunity to join VIP coffee breaks with the CPS senior team.

Silver ticket holders will receive a merchandise pack and a guaranteed seat in front section.

This year, we’re focusing on the theme of Prosperity. After years of low or no growth, how can we support Britain’s entrepreneurs, start-ups, scale-ups, and FTSE success stories to deliver higher living standards and a lower cost of living?

The key themes of the conference will be:

1. Economic Growth & Competitiveness – How the UK can boost productivity, attract investment, and drive modern prosperity
2. Enterprise & Innovation – How open markets and new technologies fuel opportunity and rising living standards
3. A Smarter State – Creating growth through better regulation, tax, planning, and public service reform
4. Energy, Infrastructure & Manufacturing – Building resilient energy, modern infrastructure, and a revitalised manufacturing base
5. People, Skills & Opportunity – Unlocking potential through stronger skills and smarter migration

Speakers to be announced soon.