BIG MONEY IN POLITICS l UNSCRUPULOUS MEDIA l AN UNREPRESENTATIVE ELECTORAL SYSTEM l A LACK OF ACCOUNTABILITY IN POLITICS l FOREIGN INTERFERENCE IN ELECTIONS
These are just some of the current threats to our democracy. While politicians point at small boats and scapegoat vulnerable people, what are they really distracting us from, and what are the real causes of the problems facing the UK today?
Join Liberal Democrats Leicester for an evening of discussion with expert speakers on the threats to our democracy and the reforms needed to strengthen it.
Thomas Barlow is founder of The Independent Media Association and Strategic Director at Impress Media Services. He provides business development consultancy for independent media and civil society organisations, while also leading sector-wide initiatives that strengthen the media ecosystem. His work includes developing collaborative platforms, advocating with policymakers, and engaging with major technology companies on behalf of the sector.
Tom Brake is the CEO of Unlock Democracy which campaigns for a written constitution for the UK, a proportional voting system, and accountability of government. He chairs the National Coalition for Proportional Representation, a coalition of 12 organisations campaigning for proportional representation.
Zuffar Haq MBE is Liberal Democrat Councillor for Evington Ward and Parliamentary candidate for Leicester East. He will share insights from his work on Leicester Council and give updates on the campaign plan for the upcoming council elections.
Chaired by Hania Orszulik, Membership and Development Officer at Leicester Liberal Democrats.
Free on-street parking available on Yeoman Street and Charles Street.
This venue is wheelchair accessible.
Free tickets available online and on the door.
Email contact@leicesterlibdems.org.uk with any queries.
Join us for this insightful discussion that promises informed perspectives and real solutions to real problems.