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Established in 1908, The UCL Conservative Society is the oldest student Conservative association in England.
Founded to promote political discussion amongst students; provide a mouthpiece for Conservatism on campus; provide the opportunity for students to learn about Conservative politics and meet others of a similar political persuasion in a friendly and approachable atmosphere.
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Please visit our ‘Society News’ page to find information about upcoming events (and previous events), as well as blog posts. If you have any queries or problems, do contact the society via twitter @ucltories, or Jeni, the Social Secretary
“For 105 years the UCL Conservative Society has been the most prominent political society on campus and the place to come for those interested in politics, debate and good company. Come and join us at our weekly student led policy debates, guest speaker receptions and our hugely popular socials. I have had a superb time at the Society and made some fantastic friends. I cannot recommend it strongly enough.”
Matthew Corner, President 2012-13
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Honorary Society Council and Members
Honorary President:
Rt Hon Nicholas Soames MP
Patrons:
John Whittingdale OBE MP, Tim Barnes
Life Members:
Timothy Crockford, Jim Hunkin, Richard Jackson, Starbuck Coleman, William Hall, Samuel Firth, Matthew Corner, Matthew Gibbard
Events and activities range from topical debates and prominent guest speakers (recently Sir John Major, David Trimble, Zac Goldsmith, Eric Pickles MP and Dr David Starkey), to socials like our annual Westminster Pub Crawl, dinners and quiz nights and PMQs in the pub a dabbling in sport as well as volunteering and social action. All this with a bit of campaigning on the side.
Why should I join?
By joining, you get numerous perks from free entry to all general weekly Society events, including our superb socials; a chance to meet a new bunch of people; opportunities of networking and much coveted internships – mull all this and more over plenty of refreshments…
How do I join?
Annual Membership is available to buy for all UCL students at www.uclu.org/shop, or buy in person at the Clubs & Societies Centre, 2nd Floor UCL Bloomsbury Building. For alumni, non-UCL and affiliate students, contact our President.
Any famous members?
UCL Alumni and past Society Presidents include at least 6 current Conservative MPs and 1 MEP, including Secretary of State for Wales David Jones MP and Commons’ Culture Committee Chair John Whittingdale OBE MP, alongside former Trade Secretary and key Thatcher aide Lord Young.
Do look around our website and email your committee on conservative.society@ucl.ac.uk if you have any questions or queries. Individual Committee members’ emails are on the Committee page.
