This event is the second series based on the ‘new centre-ground’ theme that has been developed by Ed Miliband. This seminar will discuss some of the proposals put forward in a new Progress and Centre for American Progress pamphlet, authored by Liam Byrne MP, looking at different aspects of ‘the new centre-ground’ and the policies progressives around the world will need to regain this ground and win re-election. A new fiscal realism is at the heart of the new centre-ground and Labour’s economic credibilty with the electorate.

Confirmed speakers:

• Rachel Reeves MP, shadow chief secretary to the treasury
• David Coats, director, WorkMatters
• Anthony Painter, author and critic
• Steve Van Riel, political consultant and former Labour party director of policy and research
• Ruth Smeeth, NEC candidate