Welcome back to CUCA!
Lent Term 2008 promises to be another fantastic term for CUCA. We have a range of interesting people coming to Cambridge to address the Association, and of course the annual Westminster Tea Party.
The social events are always very well attended, so it’s important to book in advance. We’re also very keen to increase attendance at our speaker meetings this term. Please invite your friends: all our speaker meetings are free to everyone, and just like the various College politics societies you do not have to be a Conservative!
Roland Valentine Stewart
Chairman, Lent 2008
Speakers usually stay for dinner with the Committee. If you would like to attend, please ask the Chairman (
).
The Chairman’s Gin & Tonic Party
Sunday 20th January, 8:30pm, Green Room, Gonville & Caius College
A fantastic party to start the term. Free for members and those who join on the day, £2 for non-members. No need to reserve a place. If you’re already a member please bring along friends keen to join.
Drinks party with Cambridge City Conservative Association
Tuesday 29th January, 8:15pm, Green Room, Gonville & Caius College
We are hosting a drinks party with the Conservative Parliamentary Candidate for Cambridge, Richard Normington, and some of his colleagues. Red and white wine will be served. Entrance Free.
The Rt. Hon. The Lord Hurd of Westwell
Wednesday 30th January, 4:30pm, Trinity Parlour, Trinity College
In association with Trinity Politics Society, we welcome Douglas Hurd, Chairman of CUCA in Michaelmas 1951, to offer his reflections on an extensive career at the forefront of domestic politics and diplomacy. Lord Hurd was a former Foreign Secretary, Home Secretary, contender for the leadership of the Conservative Party, and is a biographer of Tory PM Robert Peel. He will be talking on “Robert Peel, David Cameron, and Modern Conservatism”. Entrance is free.
Port and Cheese Party I
Sunday 3rd February, 8:30pm, Green Room, Gonville & Caius College
A splendid black tie event, with a fantastic selection of cheeses and plenty of port. An email will be sent out when tickets are first available. This event will sell out quickly, so reserve your place early.
(Cost: £5 for members; £7 for non-members.)
Westminster Tea Party
Wednesday 6th February, Terrace Dining Room A, Houses of Parliament, 4-6pm.
Join us for our annual trip to Westminster to meet Conservative MPs. Last year 35 students attended. This is followed by a drinks reception at the Carlton Club until 8pm.
(Cost: £15 members; £18 non-members.)
Simon Heffer
Wednesday 13th February, time and venue TBC
We are joined by Simon Heffer, political columnist for the Daily Telegraph, biographer of Enoch Powell, and leading Cameron Critic, to discuss where the Tories are going wrong.
The Rt. Hon. Michael Howard QC, MP
Tuesday 19th February, time and venue TBC
President of CUCA Michael Howard returns to Cambridge to offer his thoughts on the party, the leadership, and the challenges that lie ahead in the run up to the next general election. Michael Howard is a former Leader of the Conservative Party and former Home Secretary.
Port and Cheese Party II
Sunday 24th February, 8:30pm, Green Room, Gonville & Caius College
For the many who return, and for those who missed the first. As with the first, an email will be sent out when tickets are on sale. Remember, book early to avoid disappointment: places are limited!
(Cost: £5 for members, £7 for non-members.)
The Chairman’s Dinner
Thursday 6th March, 7pm, Queens’ College Old Hall
A superb white/black tie dinner in the majestic Old Hall at Queens to celebrate the Chairman’s term of office in style. Check the website for details nearer the time. Special Guest: TBC.
More speakers to be confirmed
We are currently trying to find dates for the following speakers to visit: Michael Gove, the Earl of Onslow, Adam Afriyie and General the Lord Guthrie.
CUCA Policy Pub Meets
We hold policy discussion meetings over a few drinks in the pub several times a term. If you would like to suggest a topic to discuss, please email the Vice-Chairman (
). Information about these events will be published on the website in due course.