The Labour Party Annual Conference 2025

SME4Labour and Checkatrade fringe: TOOLS FOR GROWTH: REVEALING WHAT BRITAIN’S TRADESPEOPLE NEED TO BOOST BUSINESS

Britain's tradespeople are the backbone of our economy — and a key voter group — but are too often overlooked. Join Checkatrade and other expert voices as it launches new research that explores what Labour can do to help plumbers, electricians and beyond grow their businesses and build a more prosperous nation.

Speakers:

• Blair McDougall MP , Minister for Services, Small Business and Export (invited)
• Sonia Kumar MP, MP for Dudley
• Amanda Martin MP, MP for Portsmouth North
• Emma Grant , Head of Trade Engagement, Checkatrade
• Ryan Wain, Executive Director, Tony Blair Institute
• Tina McKenzie MBE, Policy and Advocacy Chair, Federation of Small Businesses

Chair: Matt Dathan, The Times' Home Affairs Editor 

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

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

Date: Monday, 29 September 2025

Time: 10:00

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.