As Brexit negotiations pick up pace, EEF is hosting the fourth in a series of its Brexit Roadshows, providing manufacturers with expert insight and practical guidance on Brexit and its implications for the sector. With less than 6 months to go until exit day, delegates will hear from EEF's leadership and members, regional leaders in business and politics, Government representatives and officials, in addition to being provided with the latest research and analysis to ensure that the sector reaps the benefits from its new relationship with Europe and the rest of the world.
| Time | Activity | Spokespeople | Detail |
| 9.30 | Arrival and registration |
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| 10.00 | Introduction | Richard Rumbelow Europe Policy Adviser EEF | Welcome and brief introduction from EEF |
| 10.05 | Morning Keynote: Preparing for Brexit | Jill Rutter Brexit Programme Director Institute for Government | |
| 10.50 | Presentation: Key challenges for manufacturers | Tim Thomas Director of Employment and Skills Policy EEF
| EEF expert presentation on key challenges for members on migration and skills. Followed by Q&A session with the audience |
| 11.20 | Short break | ||
| 11.30 | Presentation: Building manufacturing confidence | James Dowler Deputy Director, Stakeholder Engagement DExEU | |
| 12.00 | Lunch | ||
| 12.45 | Panel session: Challenges and opportunities for manufacturers | Stephen Booth Director of Policy and Research Open Europe Christian Spence Head of Future Economies Analytics Manchester Metropolitan University David Rogers Deputy Director EU Exit Programme Directorate, Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy
Naomi Clayton Policy and Research Manager Centre for Cities Chair: Hilary Douglas Head of Corporate Affairs EEF | Panel discussion with Brexit experts and business people to discuss the challenges of Brexit for the private sector and policymakers. Followed by short Q&A session with the audience. |
| 14.00 | Short break |
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| 14.15 | Presentation: Key challenges for manufacturers | Namali MacKay
| EEF expert presentation on key challenges for members on trade. Followed by Q&A session with the audience |
| 15:00 | Closing remarks | Tim Thomas Director of Employment and Skills Policy EEF | Closing remarks and summary of the session from EEF’s Director of Employment and Skills Policy. |
