The Politics of Motherhood - bpas fringe events at Labour and Conservative Party Conferences

This year, we will be holding events at Labour and Conservative Party Conferences looking at the politics of motherhood.

Women's decisions about when they should have children, how they should have them and what they should do when they do have them seem increasingly subject to public scrutiny. What role can policymakers play in supporting women's choices and how far can they go?

All are welcome to join bpas and our panel to explore the politics of motherhood today.

Both events are outside the secure zones so you do not need a conference pass to attend.

Labour Party Conference

The Politics of Motherhood : Are Labour doing enough to support women's choices?

12:45pm, Tuesday 24th September
Gresham Suite, The Old Ship Hotel, Kings Road, Brighton, BN1 1NR
Refreshments provided

Speakers include: Kate Green MP, Shadow Minister for Women and Equalities
                            Clare Murphy, bpas
                            Emma Burnell, Scarlet Standard blog
                            Glosswitch, New Statesman
                            Scarlet Harris, TUC Women's Equality Officer (Chair)

Join the event on Facebook event here

Conservative Party Conference

The Politics of Motherhood : Are the Conservatives doing enough to support women's choices?

1pm, Monday 30th September
Richter Room, Radisson Blu Edwardian Hotel, Peter St, Manchester, M2 5GP
Refreshments provided 

Speakers include: Claire Perry MP
                            Ann Furedi, bpas
                            Eleanor Mills, Sunday Times
                            Jennifer Howze, Brit Mums
                            Cathy Warwick, Royal College of Midwives (Chair)

Join the event on Facebook here

If you have any questions about either of the events, please email katherine.o'brien@bpas.org