The Next Generation with Rachel Gilmour MP
- Date
- 2025-11-04
- Location
- London, England, United Kingdom
- Host
- Adam Smith Institute
About this event
Politics can often feel distant, scripted, or closed off. The Next Generation with Rachel Gilmour MP is a chance to step into a more direct conversation: in the room, in person, and focused on what the next generation wants from public life, leadership, and community. If you care about where the country is heading and want a more grounded discussion than you’ll get from headlines or social feeds, this is a strong reason to show up. About the Event This is an in-person evening event in London built around conversation, connection, and civic engagement. With Rachel Gilmour MP at the centre of the discussion, the event creates space for attendees to hear perspectives on public life while also engaging with others who are thinking seriously about the future of their communities, institutions, and opportunities. Rather than treating politics as something that only happens at Westminster, this event brings the conversation back to people in the room. It sits at the intersection of community, networking, meetup, and social gathering, which means you can expect an atmosphere that is both thoughtful and approachable. Whether you come with a deep interest in politics or simply a sense that the next generation deserves a stronger voice, the purpose is clear: to gather people who want to think, ask questions, exchange views, and meet others who care about public life in a practical way. What to Expect Expect an evening shaped around live, in-person engagement rather than passive listening. The exact running order may vary, but the format is likely to center on a mix of remarks, discussion, and opportunities to connect with other attendees before or after the main conversation. You can reasonably expect elements such as: A welcome and opening framing of the evening’s theme A featured conversation or remarks with Rachel Gilmour MP Discussion of issues affecting the next generation, including leadership, representation, and public priorities Time for audience engagement, whether through questions, reflections, or informal discussion Networking and social connection with others attending from across the community Because this event is tagged across community, networking, meetup, and social, it is not just about hearing one person speak. It is also about the people you meet in the room: peers, professionals, locally engaged attendees, and others who are looking for a more meaningful kind of civic conversation. The in-person setting matters here. It allows for nuance, spontaneity, and better dialogue than you typically get online. You can listen carefully, ask sharper questions, and leave with a clearer sense of where people stand and what concerns or ambitions are shaping the conversation. Why Attend If you’ve ever felt that conversations about the future are happening around your generation rather than with it, this event offers a different dynamic. It puts attendees in closer proximity to political discussion and makes the evening feel participatory rather than distant. You may come away with: A better understanding of current political thinking and how elected representatives engage with public concerns More confidence asking questions and joining civic conversations Fresh perspectives from others in the room, not just from the featured guest New connections with people interested in politics, community, and public impact A stronger sense of where you fit in the wider conversation about the future This event is especially valuable if you want substance without excessive formality. It offers a way to engage seriously with public issues while still feeling social, welcoming, and accessible. You do not need to be a policy expert to get something meaningful from the evening; curiosity, openness, and a willingness to engage are enough. It is also useful for people who want to build relationships around shared interests. If you care about leadership, representation, opportunity, or community life, the networking side of the event gives those interests somewhere practical to go. Practical Details Location: In person in London, United Kingdom. As an in-person event, this is best suited to attendees who want the energy and immediacy of being in the room, meeting people face to face, and participating live. Date and time: Tuesday, November 4 at 6:00 PM GMT. An evening start makes this well suited to people coming after work, study, or other daytime commitments. A few useful things to keep in mind: Plan to arrive a little early if you want time to settle in and meet other attendees Bring questions or themes you’d like to hear discussed Expect a mix of conversation, listening, and informal networking Dress in whatever feels appropriate for a respectful but social public event setting If you want an evening that combines political conversation with real human connection, this event is a smart choice. It offers the chance to listen, contribute, and meet others who are also thinking seriously about what the next generation needs from leadership and public life.
Who should attend
This event will be a strong fit if you want thoughtful political conversation in a setting that also feels open, social, and easy to engage with. - You’re interested in **politics, public life, or representation** and want to hear directly from an MP rather than through second-hand commentary. - You care about **the future facing younger generations** and want to be part of a discussion about leadership, opportunity, and civic voice. - You enjoy events where you can both **listen and participate** through questions, discussion, or informal conversation. - You’re looking to **meet people in London** who share an interest in community, current affairs, and meaningful dialogue. - You work, study, volunteer, or organize in spaces connected to **community building, advocacy, education, policy, or social impact**. - You don’t need to be deeply political already, but you do want a **more direct and grounded way to engage** with the issues shaping the next generation. If you’ve been looking for a reason to get out from behind the feed and into a real room with real conversation, this is very likely for you.