BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//UKPEN.EU - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:UKPEN.EU X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ukpen.eu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for UKPEN.EU REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTSTAMP:20260503T114020 CREATED:20260105T185036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T185036Z UID:8581-1777808420-1777808420@ukpen.eu SUMMARY:New Year Webinar with Dr Richard Corbett CBE DESCRIPTION:Join York for Europe’s New Year webinar with Dr Richard Corbett CBE\, former member of the European Parliament. URL:https://ukpen.eu/event/new-year-webinar-with-dr-richard-corbett-cbe/ CATEGORIES:Rejoin END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTSTAMP:20260503T114020 CREATED:20260114T164401Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T164401Z UID:8596-1777808420-1777808420@ukpen.eu SUMMARY:“This house believes Scotland and the UK should rejoin the European Union.” (Glasgow Uni Debating Society) DESCRIPTION:Event organised by Glasgow University Union and supported by the European Movement in Scotland \nGlasgow University Debating Society is holding a debate with the motion\, “This house believes Scotland and the UK should rejoin the European Union.” \nAll welcome. There is no charge for entry. \nLeading for the motion: Alyn Smith\, former MP and MEP \nLeading against: Dr. Michael Scanlan\, Department of Politics\, University of Glasgow URL:https://ukpen.eu/event/this-house-believes-scotland-and-the-uk-should-rejoin-the-european-union-glasgow-uni-debating-society/ CATEGORIES:Rejoin END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTSTAMP:20260503T114020 CREATED:20251127T093211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T093211Z UID:8563-1777808420-1777808420@ukpen.eu SUMMARY:Climate crisis\, pandemic\, war at our borders\, democratic backsliding\, rising socio-economic inequalities: Young people in Europe stand at the centre of the so-called polycrisis. Fear\, distrust\, and a sense of uncertainty are putting a strain on what lies at the core of European integration: an ever-growing sense of togetherness among an increasingly larger citizenry. In these challenging times\, can we find a path to advance a hopeful European project grounded in fairness\, sustainability\, and democratic renewal? What role can you play as an active young European citizen and student? DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Valentin Dupouey-Sterdyniak (College of Europe)\, Chair: Severin Dauer (University of Oxford) \nClimate crisis\, pandemic\, war at our borders\, democratic backsliding\, rising socio-economic inequalities: Young people in Europe stand at the centre of the so-called polycrisis. Fear\, distrust\, and a sense of uncertainty are putting a strain on what lies at the core of European integration: an ever-growing sense of togetherness among an increasingly larger citizenry. In these challenging times\, can we find a path to advance a hopeful European project grounded in fairness\, sustainability\, and democratic renewal? What role can you play as an active young European citizen and student? \nValentin Dupouey-Sterdyniak has worked in the fields of European education\, active citizenship\, youth civil society\, and political communication both as a professional and an activist for over 15 years. URL:https://ukpen.eu/event/climate-crisis-pandemic-war-at-our-borders-democratic-backsliding-rising-socio-economic-inequalities-young-people-in-europe-stand-at-the-centre-of-the-so-called-polycrisis-fear-distrust-and-a/ CATEGORIES:Authoritarianism,Democracy in peril,National,Rejoin END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTSTAMP:20260503T114020 CREATED:20251108T180208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251108T180208Z UID:8558-1777808420-1777808420@ukpen.eu SUMMARY:Brexit RIP : A state of the nation report on progress towards rejoining the EU\, with Peter Cook DESCRIPTION:Peter Cook has recently published the second edition of a book to explain why the case for applying to rejoin the EU is overwhelming and urgent The first edition of the book garnered replies from over 70 MPs\, some of whom broke ranks with party lines\, to talk about the madness of continuing to try to make Brexit work. Trump 2.0 has demonstrated our weakness on the world stage as we feel we must beg for the patronage of the felon and sex offender. URL:https://ukpen.eu/event/brexit-rip-a-state-of-the-nation-report-on-progress-towards-rejoining-the-eu-with-peter-cook/ CATEGORIES:Rejoin END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTSTAMP:20260503T114020 CREATED:20250624T202224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T202224Z UID:8507-1777808420-1777808420@ukpen.eu SUMMARY:Rejoin Roundtable: The Impact of Brexit on Students with Sam Johnson (student\, UCL) DESCRIPTION:The Rejoin Roundtable will include a short talk from Sam Johnson about how Brexit has impacted students\, with particular emphasis on the issue of studying abroad where Brexit has severely limited opportunities. This discussion will be informed by his current experience of trying to organise a student exchange at the University of Warsaw. He will also discuss the broader loss to students that Brexit represents\, especially culturally. The talk will be followed by an opportunity to socialize over a buffet. URL:https://ukpen.eu/event/rejoin-roundtable-the-impact-of-brexit-on-students-with-sam-johnson-student-ucl/ CATEGORIES:Rejoin END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTSTAMP:20260503T114020 CREATED:20240427T201436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240427T201436Z UID:8227-1777808420-1777808420@ukpen.eu SUMMARY:Talking Europe: Scotland's First International Festival of Europe DESCRIPTION:All events are free\, but registration is required. Separate registration is required for each event. \nEvents:\nTalking Europe – The big issues facing Europe\nTalking Europe – The issues and opportunities facing EU citizens in the UK\nTalking Europe – European defence and security\nTalking Europe – Practical ways of promoting Scotland – Europe links\nTalking Europe – Round table with cross-party MP/MSPs URL:https://ukpen.eu/event/talking-europe-scotlands-first-international-festival-of-europe/ CATEGORIES:National,Rejoin END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTSTAMP:20260503T114020 CREATED:20240420T094753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240420T094753Z UID:8219-1777808420-1777808420@ukpen.eu SUMMARY:What could a Labour government do to repair relations with Europe? Discussion with Peter Foster DESCRIPTION:As the polls point towards a new Labour government in the next 12 months\, Peter Foster of the Financial Times discusses how Brexit has contributed to widespread public disenchantment with politics in the UK in general and the current Conservative government in particular. He will discuss what can be done to improve the situation\, and what a Starmer government might — or might not — do to repair relations with Europe. \nDoors open at 6.10 PM\, and the talk will begin at 6.30 PM. \nThe talk will be followed by an audience Q&A. Please note that to encourage free discussion this event will not be recorded. URL:https://ukpen.eu/event/what-could-a-labour-government-do-to-repair-relations-with-europe-discussion-with-peter-foster/ CATEGORIES:Rejoin END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTSTAMP:20260503T114020 CREATED:20240314T110252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T110252Z UID:8176-1777808420-1777808420@ukpen.eu SUMMARY:National Day for Rejoin: Dance for Europa! Continental Drift DESCRIPTION:Swindon will join towns and communities all over Britain for the 2nd year running\, to celebrate Europe in a spirit of unity and our eventual return to the heart of our continental family. \nContinental Drift blends ancient myth with topical politics: The Greek Goddess Europa and her feisty\, rebellious daughter dance off to the question: ‘What has Europe ever done for us?!’ URL:https://ukpen.eu/event/national-day-for-rejoin-dance-for-europa-continental-drift/ CATEGORIES:Rejoin END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTSTAMP:20260503T114020 CREATED:20240317T175703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T175703Z UID:8181-1777808420-1777808420@ukpen.eu SUMMARY:Day for Rejoin - Farnham\, Surrey DESCRIPTION:SW Surrey branch of EM will be in Farnham on Saturday 23rd March 2024 between 10:00 and 12:00 with our trusty #EuroMonitor outside Town Hall Buildings (Nationwide) on The Borough GU9 7ND\, followed by The Plough\, West Street at 12:30 for an informal chat\, and a drink or lunch if you wish. If you are passing\, do join us to make your views visible on our #EuroMonitor. And join us too for an informal lunchtime chat at The Plough afterwards. URL:https://ukpen.eu/event/day-for-rejoin-farnham-surrey/ CATEGORIES:Rejoin END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTSTAMP:20260503T114020 CREATED:20240130T202606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T202606Z UID:8108-1777808420-1777808420@ukpen.eu SUMMARY:Bring Back Erasmus+ For A European Future DESCRIPTION:Leeds for Europe are proud to join with Young European Movement UK to present a public meeting exploring the Erasmus+ scheme and what participation would mean for the young people in the UK. \nAs part of Brexit the UK left the Erasmus+ programme which gives young people the chance to study\, work and travel across Europe. We now have the opportunity to hear from two young campaigners who are leading the charge to restore the UK’s place in Erasmus+. They are:\nStella Mavropoulou\, Vice President and Head of International Affairs and Partnerships at the Young European Movement UK.\nCecilia Jastrzembska\, Head of Events and National Coordination for Young European Movement UK. URL:https://ukpen.eu/event/bring-back-erasmus-for-a-european-future/ CATEGORIES:Rejoin END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTSTAMP:20260503T114020 CREATED:20240112T204046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T204046Z UID:8080-1777808420-1777808420@ukpen.eu SUMMARY:Reasons to Hope - and Reasons to Despair - over Britain rejoining the EU\, with Nick Tyrone DESCRIPTION:Nick Tyrone is a writer who has published articles in The Spectator\, Daily Express\, The Independent and New Statesman. He was the Director of Operations and Finance of the Yes to Fairer Votes campaign that sought to change the UK voting system\, and for a period was the Executive Director of Centreforum\, think tank which later became the Education Policy Institute. He left to join the pro-European thinktank British Influence in the wake of the Brexit referendum in 2016\, and is currently an Associate Fellow at the think tank Bright Blue\, which advocates one nation conservative policies. URL:https://ukpen.eu/event/reasons-to-hope-and-reasons-to-despair-over-britain-rejoining-the-eu-with-nick-tyrone/ CATEGORIES:Rejoin END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTSTAMP:20260503T114020 CREATED:20231101T130131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T130131Z UID:8013-1777808420-1777808420@ukpen.eu SUMMARY:The Ayes Have It - Brexit is a Disaster and Must be Reversed DESCRIPTION:Theatre meets politics in this unique blend of parliamentary debate and live performance with Andrew Marr\, Gina Miller\, David Davis\, John Bercow et al URL:https://ukpen.eu/event/the-ayes-have-it-brexit-is-a-disaster-and-must-be-reversed/ CATEGORIES:Rejoin END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTSTAMP:20260503T114020 CREATED:20230619T172916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230619T172916Z UID:7880-1777808420-1777808420@ukpen.eu SUMMARY:National Rejoin March II DESCRIPTION:More information available soon URL:https://ukpen.eu/event/national-rejoin-march-ii/ CATEGORIES:Rejoin END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTSTAMP:20260503T114020 CREATED:20201230T130023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201230T130023Z UID:5366-1777808420-1777808420@ukpen.eu SUMMARY:The Register - Launch DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ukpen.eu/event/the-register-launch/ CATEGORIES:Rejoin END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260503T114020 DTSTAMP:20260503T114020 CREATED:20200901T210846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200901T210846Z UID:5176-1777808420-1777808420@ukpen.eu SUMMARY:Britain's Road Back to Europe\, WIll Hutton Webinar - Grassroots for Europe DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ukpen.eu/event/britains-road-back-to-europe-will-hutton-webinar-grassroots-for-europe/ CATEGORIES:Grassroots Meetings,National,Rejoin END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR