Provisional Conference Agenda
The Provisional Conference Agenda sets out the motions selected for debate, along with other key agenda items taking place in the Conference Hall.
Timings are provided as a guide and may be subject to change.
The Final Agenda will be published in the week leading up to the Conference.
Details on fringe events, the exhibition, and training sessions will be published separately in the run-up to Conference.
INFORMATION ABOUT SUBMITTING AMENDMENTS AND FURTHER MOTIONS
Propose Amendments to Motions
Deadline: Midday, Wednesday 26th March 2025
Amendments to motions may be submitted by:
- Local Parties.
- The Welsh Party Board or Welsh Party Committees.
- 20 members of the Welsh Liberal Democrats.
Amendments should be emailed to conference@libdems.wales, including:
- The name of the submitting local party, committee, or members.
- The names of the proposer and summator who will speak to the amendment at Conference.
Submitting Topical Motions
Deadline: Midday, Wednesday 26th March 2025
Topical Motions must be based on an issue that has arisen or an event that has occurred since 19th February 2025. These can be either policy or business motions, with a maximum length of 250 words.
They should be submitted in the same way as amendments (see above).
Mini-Motions
Deadline: Midday, Wednesday 26th March 2025
Mini-Motions are a new addition to Conference, providing a way for individual members to float ideas for new party policy without needing a fully developed motion or prior support from others.
A non-binding, indicative vote may be held to gauge which Mini-Motions members would like to see developed into full motions for a future Conference.
Mini-Motions must be concise—no more than 150 words—and structured in two paragraphs:
- Outlining the policy idea.
- Explaining why it's needed.
Any member can submit a Mini-Motion by emailing conference@libdems.wales before the deadline of midday on Wednesday 26th March.
THE PROVISIONAL AGENDA
Friday, 4th April 2025
Party members are invited to the Conference Welcome Party, kicking off at 19:30. Tickets are available when registering for Conference or via our dedicated booking page.
Saturday, 5th April 2025
Saturday Morning
10:00 - 12:00
10:00
Opening of Conference
10:15
Policy Motions
- STV by 2030
- Cancer Treatment in Wales
- Topical / Emergency Motion
11:30
Mini-Motions
An introduction to the new mini-motions concept at Conference, followed by a debate on the first mini-motion.
A midday lunch break will include Fringe Events and Breakout Sessions.
Saturday Early Afternoon
13:00 - 15:00
13:00
Policy Motions
- Prioritising Childcare
- Fair Funding for Wales
- Topical / Emergency Motion
If no topical or emergency motion is submitted, or if time allows, a mini-motion may be debated instead.
14:00
Panel Discussion
On the achievements of the Welsh Liberal Democrate in the Senedd and National Assembly.
14:30
Leader's Speech
Jane Dodds MS
Leader of the Welsh Liberal Democrats
Fringe Events and Breakout Sessions will take place during the mid-afternoon tea and coffee break.
Saturday Late Afternoon
16:00 - 17:00
16:00
Policy Motions
- Reversing the National Insurance Increase
- Topical / Emergency Motion
If no topical or emergency motion is submitted, or if time allows, a mini-motion may be debated instead.
After the day's proceedings, there will be a break for everyone to prepare for the Conference Dinner. A drinks reception for attendees will begin at 18:45, followed by dinner at 19:30.
Thw Conference Dinner is a ticketed event. Members can buy tickets when registering for Conference or via our dedicated ticket page, while those representing organisations can find out more on our opportunities webpage.
Sunday, 6th April 2025
Sunday Morning
10:30 - 12:00
10:30
Motions to Amend the Constitution
- Changing the Requirements for Submitting a Motion to Confernece
- Creation of Welsh Candidates Sub Committee
10:50
Policy Motions
- Ultra-processed Foods
- Topical / Emergency Motion
If no topical or emergency motion is submitted, or if time allows, a mini-motion may be debated instead.
11:30
Deputy Leader's Speech
David Chadwick MP
Deputy Leader of the Welsh Liberal Democrats
There will be a lunch break at midday with Fringe Events and Breakout Sessions.
Sunday Afternoon
13:00 - 15:00
13:00
Policy Motion
13:40
Discussion
Following the 2024 General Election the Federal Policy Review Working Group is considering the direction for policy development over the next several years. Have your say on the messages we need to hear from the party in Westminster.
14:30
Motions
- Topical / Emergency Motions
If no topical or emergency motion is submitted, or if time allows, a mini-motion may be debated instead.
14:45
Close of Conference
CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
Everyone is welcome to attend the Conference and your registration will give you access to debates in the conference hall, fringes and the exhibition. While only members of the Welsh Liberal Democrats are able to vote on motions, all members of the Liberal Democrats and Observers with relevant expertise can participate in debates. Party members and staff (party and Parliamentary) are also be able to attend training sessions.
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Member Online Registration - for all members of the Liberal Democrats
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Member Postal Registration - for all members of the Liberal Democrats
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Observers & General Public
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Party, Senedd & Parliamentary Staff
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Conference Stewards
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Press & Media
