Introducing the inaugural Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) on British soil, a landmark expansion of the world's premier conservative networking brand.
Building on the long history of CPAC in the USA and the extraordinary success of global CPACs, CPAC Great Britain will officially be making its debut in London from July 16th to 18th 2026, uniting common-sense politics with a fiercely pro-growth, pro-sovereignty agenda. The conference aims to bring together like-minded people through a vibrant, high-energy and positive multi-day event in the heart of the capital. For political strategists, corporate affairs directors and Westminster insiders, the event serves as a powerful consolidation of influential voices who aim to shape the policy landscape of the UK for years to come.
“The event is a powerful consolidation of influential voices who aim to shape the policy landscape of the UK for years to come. “
Introducing CPAC GB
CPAC GB is positioning itself as the definitive intellectual and strategic melting pot of the right-of-centre, pro-sovereignty ecosystem. Operating under the banner of “Save Britain, save the West”, the conference aims to replicate the institutional and fundraising weight of the long-running US CPAC. Alongside the USA, CPAC GB is part of a global brand of events including CPAC Brazil, CPAC Japan, CPAC Hungary and CPAC Australia.
The multi-day summit will have over 2,000 attendees, reach a global audience of more than 5 million people, and include over 50 guest speakers.
Joseph Robertson, Conference Director of CPAC GB, told Mace: “I am excited to be involved in bringing CPAC for the first time to London. It seems strange that such a powerful force for change, created by Reagan during the strongest period of the Transatlantic relationship, has never come to British shores, and it comes at a vital time when uniting common sense energy to save Britain is imperative. We hope this conference will be a catalyst for change, bringing a new flourishing of ideas around prosperity and sovereignty.”
What this means for you
As for Mace readers, this conference provides a unique networking opportunity. For those who are navigating the business side of politics, CPAC GB provides critical intelligence on three fronts:
CPAC will run as an annual gathering of those on the political right who share common interests including values of sovereignty, liberty, and the uniting agenda of wanting to see Britain thrive. The goal of this event is to facilitate and coordinate action at a grassroots level for political activists, business leaders and policymakers, to make meaningful change guided by conservative values.
“The goal of this event is to facilitate and coordinate action to make meaningful change guided by conservative values. “
The “Who’s Who”
Nigel Farage: Confirming his headline status, the Reform UK leader brings unparalleled communicative power and media gravity to the summit. Farage’s headline slot signals a powerful intent to foster cross-party, movement-wide solidarity on the right.
Liz Truss: Continuing her influential role as a transatlantic conservative catalyst, former Prime Minister Truss is the driving force behind bringing the CPAC apparatus to London. Her involvement ensures deep institutional links with major conservative think tanks and donors in Washington, D.C.
Suella Braverman & Andrew Griffith: The inclusion of heavy-hitting figures like the former Home Secretary Suella Braverman and respected shadow minister Andrew Griffith highlights the event’s deep traction within the broader centre-right parties. Their participation underscores CPAC GB’s role as a critical incubator for future opposition strategy, economic policy, and cultural alignment.
Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg: Lending traditionalist weight, constitutional gravitas and broadcasting star-power, Rees-Mogg’s involvement emphasizes the conference’s commitment to defending British identity and heritage.
“This line up represents a powerful cross-section of institutional heavyweights, grassroots disruptors, and transatlantic bridge-builders.”
European & Transatlantic Voices: Anchored by prominent voices such as Jack Posobiec, Santiago Caputo, Curtis Yarvin and Matt Schlapp, this international contingent delivers the core of the US conservative apparatus to London. For public affairs observers, their presence represents a direct pipeline to the data-driven campaign strategies, digital mobilisation tactics, and populist fundraising models currently dominating Washington.
Civil Society & Intellectual Leadership: The line-up is further bolstered by figures such as Toby Young (founder of the Free Speech Union), Allison Pearson and many others, anchoring the summit in highly relevant debates surrounding civil liberties, deregulation, and institutional reform.
Other keynote speakers include: Peter McCormack – host of the Peter McCormack Show, Mike Graham – host of the Mike Graham Show, Lucy Connolly – free speech campaigner, Laila Cunningham – Reform Candidate for Mayor of London, Allison Pearson – Telegraph Columnist and host of Planet Normal.
Furthermore, CPAC GB attendees will also hear from: Matt Goodwin – author and academic, Alex Phillips – TalkTV host, Dan Wootton – host of Dan Wootton Outspoken, Paul du Quenoy – President of the Palm Beach Freedom Institute, Alan Miller – co-founder of The Together Association, Patrick Christys – host of Patrick Christys, and George Simon – President of the Alliance for the Union of Romanians.
This line up represents a powerful cross-section of institutional heavyweights, grassroots disruptors, and transatlantic bridge-builders.
The aim of CPAC GB
Former Prime Minister and CPAC GB Chairman, Liz Truss, said: “CPAC Great Britain will not just be a conference; it will be a launchpad for the policies and leaders that will shape the future of the West.”
Under the banner of “Save Britain, save the West” CPAC GB have launched their five point plan:
More on the conference
The agenda involves keynote speeches including: Why Britain needs a reset, migration and the changing face of Europe, the European fight back, and draining the swamp: the permanent bureaucracy. The panels also span the pressing issues of current affairs, including: Free speech under siege, the socialist revolution and how it happened, and the bitcoin revolution, amongst many more.
“The black-tie dinner will honour Sir Winston Churchill as it sets out to celebrate the enduring legacy of the West”
The conference will also host a prestigious gala dinner on Friday evening 17th July. The black-tie dinner will honour Sir Winston Churchill as it sets out to celebrate the enduring legacy of the West, national sovereignty and the special relationship between Britain and America. The evening highlights will include a cocktail reception, awards ceremony, live entertainment and VIP networking.
Robertson told Mace: “The lineup is a bold, unitive statement, with the (most likely) next Prime Minister, Nigel Farage, headlining, and the last Prime Minister who made a radical attempt to alter the direction of travel, Liz Truss, pushing forward the conversation on prosperity and sovereignty.
“One of the most exciting conversations for me will be the keynote address (the first ever outside of Argentina) from Santiago Caputo, one of the most important brains behind Milei’s rearchitecturing of the Argentinian State. But that is just the tip of the iceberg, with a stacked event that brings the best minds in business, energy, defence, crypto, free speech and politics from around the world, not to complain about the state of things, but to provide solutions to our modern dilemmas.”
CPAC and the United States
CPAC has a long running legacy in the United States. The first CPAC took place in 1974 when it was founded by the American Conservative Union and Young Americans for Freedom as a small gathering of dedicated conservatives. Ronald Reagan gave its inaugural keynote speech, sharing his vision for the country as a “shining city upon a hill”.
In 2010, CPAC featured a co-sponsorship from GOProud, a gay conservative group. GOProud initiated talks with the ACU to invite Donald Trump to speak at CPAC in 2011. The 2011 CPAC speech Trump gave is often credited with helping kick-start his political career with the Republican Party.
Furthermore, the CPAC conduct a straw poll vote. The annual vote traditionally serves as a barometer of the feelings of the conservative movement and is used to quantify conservative opinion.
Robertson added: “We believe that CPAC Great Britain will initiate a real change in the way business and politics coincide across Britain and Europe, leading to real growth and prosperity. Most importantly, a potential re-emergence of the special relationship through this powerful signal, at a time of international risk, will boost stability and re-recognition of Britain’s potential on the world stage. Our sister CPAC conference in Italy will be launching next year, with previous successful iterations in Poland and further afield. Join us there to save Britain and ultimately, save the West.”
CPAC pricing
Reflecting the sophisticated commercial models of US political conferences, CPAC GB has established a highly structured, tiered pricing ecosystem designed to attract both dedicated grassroots activists and elite corporate or diplomatic stakeholders:
Tiered Access: Standard tickets start at an accessible £100, ensuring a highly energised, packed auditorium.
Premium VIP Packages (Up to £10,000): Tailored specifically for high-net-worth donors, corporate strategists, and public affairs leaders, the premium tiers unlock exclusive access to the VIP Lounge, priority front-row seating, and private, off-the-record drinks receptions.
The Winston Churchill Gala Dinner: The crown jewel of the event’s social calendar, this high-end gala provides an unmatched, intimate setting for corporate directors, diplomats, and political kingmakers to network directly with the headline speakers and architects of the movement.
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