As global power shifts, Britain faces a defining question: is it still a major player on the world stage, or have Brexit, economic instability, and new superpowers left it on the sidelines?

Former Foreign Secretary and Chancellor Jeremy Hunt believes Britain can still defend democracy and shape global affairs. But his political career has been divisive. As Health Secretary, he championed reforms that some credit with modernizing the NHS, while others argue they caused lasting damage. His role in government raises a key question: does his vision for Britain’s future match the challenges we actually face?

With Trump’s return, global instability, and a cost-of-living crisis at home, this conversation will explore both the opportunities and the doubts surrounding Britain’s future. Join us at The Conduit for a conversation on what Britain stands for, where it’s heading, and how it can secure its place in a changing world.

Event Schedule

6:00pm: Pre-event socialising and networking

A cash bar will be available for refreshments.

6:15pm: Event begins

7:30pm: Event ends

Speakers:

Jeremy Hunt was elected Conservative MP for South West Surrey in 2005. He was first appointed Secretary of State for Health in September 2012, and then served as Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs from 9th July 2018 to 24th July 2019. Before his election as an MP, Jeremy ran his own educational publishing business, Hotcourses. He also set up a charity to help AIDS orphans in Africa in which he continues to play an active role. Jeremy lives in Godalming and London with his wife, son and two daughters.

Paul van Zyl is the co-founder and CEO of The Conduit. Paul is a winner of the prestigious Skoll Award for Social Entrepreneurship and was named a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum. He served as the Executive Secretary of South Africa’s post-apartheid Truth and Reconciliation Commission and co-founded the International Centre for Transitional Justice (ICTJ), an international human rights organisation based in New York City.