The Labour Party Annual Conference 2025

SME4Labour, SPL & INCA fringe: THE FABRIC OF THE FUTURE: DELIVERING WARMER HOMES, LOWER BILLS, AND SUSTAINABLE GROWTH

Upgrading the UK’s building stock is vital to ending fuel poverty, boosting energy efficiency, and creating green jobs. This panel features experts from INCA, Joyner Group, and EWI Pro, whose cutting-edge retrofit solutions are transforming homes and communities. With strategic contributions from SPL Strategies, this discussion will unpack how a national commitment to fabric-first retrofitting can deliver on climate targets while driving inclusive growth.

Speakers:

• Martin McCluskey MP , Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
• Kirith Entwistle MP, MP for Bolton North East
• Nick Miles, Inca
• Luke Joyner, The Joyner Group

Chair: Dr. Spencer Pitfield OBE

Tickets are free, but booking is required via https://www.sme4labour.org/the_fabric_of_the_future

This event is in the secure zone, so you will need a conference pass to access it.

Date: Monday, 29 September 2025

Time: 11:00

Location: SME4Labour POD (Arena Room - Thames), ACC Liverpool, Kings Dock Street, Liverpool, England, L3 4FP

Please note: This event will be recorded for distribution through SME4Labour and its partners’ social media channels. All audience members agree to the possibility of appearing on these recordings by virtue of attending the event or participating in the event.

Bios:

Martin McCluskey is the Labour Member of Parliament for Inverclyde, having been elected in the 2024 general election. He successfully won the seat from the Scottish National Party, marking a significant victory as part of Labour's resurgence in Scotland.

Prior to entering Parliament, McCluskey had a distinguished career as a human rights barrister and also served as a government lawyer for the Ministry of Defence. This background in public law and human rights informs his parliamentary focus on social justice, accountability, and poverty reduction. Raised in Greenock, he has deep roots in the community he represents. As part of the new intake of Labour MPs, he is considered a fresh voice, bringing considerable legal and policy experience to Westminster.

Kirith Entwistle MP, MP for Bolton North East Kirith Entwistle was elected as the Member of Parliament for Bolton North East in 2024. Prior to her election to Parliament, she was the Communications and Engagement Manager at the Cabinet Office from 2020 to 2022. She has also served as Public Affairs and Campaigns Officer for the Royal British Legion. In 2015, she founded a non-profit social enterprise focused on empowering women and young girls. She is a member of the Women and Equalities Select Committee. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in American Studies from the University of Portsmouth.

Nick Miles – Director, EWI Pro Nick Miles is Director of EWI Pro, a leading UK provider of BBA-approved external wall insulation systems. Since 2011, the company has specialised in retrofit and new-build design, offering certified render and insulation technologies. Through its Training Academy, EWI Pro supports the industry with sustainable solutions that deliver warmer homes and lower carbon footprints.

John Sparrow – Director, INCA John Sparrow is Director of INCA, the UK’s trade association for the external wall insulation industry. Established in 1981, INCA represents system designers, contractors, suppliers and service providers, promoting technical excellence and best practice. The organisation works with government to grow the EWI market and support the UK’s net zero strategy.

Luke Joyner – Managing Director, Joyner Group Luke Joyner is Managing Director of the Joyner Group, a family-run construction and maintenance company established in 1982. Operating across Wales and the South West, the business delivers retrofit and planned maintenance programmes for social landlords. Known for quality, collaboration, and sustainability, Joyner Group focuses on improving homes, engaging tenants and strengthening communities.

Dr Spencer Pitfield OBE – Founder, SPL Strategies Dr Spencer Pitfield OBE is Founder of SPL Strategies, a consultancy specialising in communications, policy and stakeholder engagement. With a strong background in public affairs, he works with businesses, educators and policymakers to shape skills strategies and amplify voices where it matters. Spencer focuses on building collaborations that deliver meaningful social and economic impact.