The Big Rail Conversation – How rail devolution can drive regional economic growth?

Sunday 5th October 2025

16:45 – 18:00

Derby Suite, The Midland Manchester

Hear how rail devolution can unlock regional growth through private investment, local accountability, and bespoke infrastructure solutions. The interview will discuss how the developing Conservative vision for transport including rail can boost productivity and drive economic opportunity.

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Speakers

Joseph Timan

Political Writer

Manchester Evening News

Rt Hon Richard Holden MP

MP for Basildon and Billericay

Shadow Secretary of State for Transport

Jerome Mayhew MP

MP for Broadland and Fakenham

Shadow Minister of State for Transport

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Shadow Minister for Skills and Further Education

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Shadow Minister for Skills and Further Education

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Shadow Minister for Skills and Further Education

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