With both leadership candidates in town for the LGA conference in Bournemouth, we couldn't pass up the opportunity for an event for local members to meet and engage with their candidates.

Next Thursday (4th July) we will be joined by both Ed and Jo (Jo will be arriving slightly later due to being at an LGA fringe event). Each candidate will have the opportunity to make a short leadership pitch before we open up the floor to a Q&A from members. For many this may be the only opportunity during the leadership campaign to question them on their record, plans and why we should vote for them. Spaces are limited to just 50 people on a first come first served basis, venue has now been confirmed as the Victoria Room in The Savoy Hotel, West Hill Rd, Bournemouth BH2 5EJ.

The event will be free to all. There will be an opportunity at event for donations to help cover the cost of the venue, any additional proceeds will go to a local charity.