Labour group SME4Labour is this week advertising tickets for its 2025 “Excellence Awards” to be held on 4 November at Mayfair’s swanky Sheraton Grand London Park Lane
hotel. One ‘premium’ seat goes for £420…
The event is advertised:
“Join us for an unforgettable night dedicated to celebrating the remarkable achievements and contributions of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), the backbone of the UK economy. This prestigious gala also honours the Labour politicians, activists, and entrepreneurs who tirelessly champion Labour values and work to create a thriving environment for businesses across the nation.“
Attendees have the opportunity to nominate for awards including MP, councillor, and trade union of the year ahead of the event to be held with “senior figures within the Labour Party.” A “corporate table” for ten will set businesses back by £5,355…
Reeves’ next tax-raising budget should be done by then. Will there be any SMEs left?
Sarah Pochin at Reform Scotland’s manifesto launch event: “I really wanted to come on in a Reform tartan burka, but apparently I wasn’t allowed… One day let’s do one of these events not live-streamed. We’ll do all the naughty stuff…”