Politics

Political speakers are often both fantastic conference keynotes and after dinner speakers. Covering issues as diverse as economic climates, domestic business challenges to international relations.  From William Hague to John Major to Michael Portillo we have a huge range of speakers for you to choose from please call us on +44 (0)20 8365 3200 or email info@speakerscorner.co.uk to find out more.



Garry Kasparov - Conference and keynote speaker, business

A child chess prodigy who started playing as a five year old, Garry Kasparov qualified as an International Chess Master at the age of 16

Michael Howard, keynote speaker, after dinner speaker, politics, business, finance, law, economics, leadership

A talented after dinner and keynote speaker, Michael Howard speaks about his experiences in politics, as well as law, transatlantic relations and economics.

Valéry Giscard d'Estaing Main - Politics and current affairs keynote speaker

Former President of France, Valery Giscard d'Estaing was a leading figure in the development of the European Union and is international keynote speaker

Richard Schiff - After dinner speaker, international

Multi award winning actor and director, Richard Schiff is an accomplished after dinner speaker speaking on acting, politics and 'Inside the West Wing'.

Rodrigo Rato - Economic and Political keynote and conference speaker

Rodrigo Rato is an experienced political and economic keynote speaker as a former managing director of the International Monetary Fund and Minister of Economy in Spain

David Frost after dinner and conference speaker

Sir David Frost is one of the most respected television personalities, a superb after dinner speaker and exceptionally accomplished conference facilitator

Ian Hislop - Political and after dinner speaker

Editor of Private Eye and star of 'Have I Got News For You', Ian Hislop is always topical and a sensational after dinner speaker and awards host -

William Hague - After dinner, keynote and conference speaker

Former leader of the Conservative Party, the Rt Hon William Hague MP uses his blend of corporate and political experience to engage with the audience

Andrew Marr - After dinner, conference and keynote speaker

Former Journalist of the Year, Andrew Marr explores life in politics, media and the world today, and is both an after dinner and keynote speaker of note

Jeremy Paxman - Conference facilitator and awards host

Author, Broadcaster and Journalist, Jeremy Paxman has built his reputation on his tough questioning of politicans and public figures

Mary Robinson - Keynote Speaker

Former President of Ireland and United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Mary Robinson is an outstanding international keynote speaker

Nick Robinson Thumbnail - politics and current affairs keynote speaker

With an abundance of amusing anecdotes, BBC Political Editor, Nick Robinson is an interesting after dinner speaker, keynote speaker, conference & awards host

Christopher Monckton - Keynote speaker, business, climate change, environment, politics

Christopher Monckton, is a leading authority on the subject of the environment and is in great demand as speaker for corporate and governmental organisations

John Pienaar - After dinner, conference and keynote speaker

As political correspondent, cutting through the spin of the political landscape, John Pienaar is ideally suited for both after dinner and conference speaking

Anne Widdecombe - After dinner, conference and keynote speaker

Colourful and outspoken, Ann Widdecombe has been Member of Parliament for Maidstone since 1987

David Mellor - After dinner speaker, political

Former Conservative MP, David Mellor is a TV & radio broadcaster, newspaper columnist, sports pundit and excellent after dinner speaker

Chris Patten - After dinner, conference and keynote speaker

Ex-Governor of Hong Kong in charge of the handover to China in 1999, Chris was a former minister in a Conservative Government and was made a life peer in 2005

Boris Johnson -  After dinner, conference and keynote speaker

Well-known broadcaster and journalist, MP Boris Johnson is the Mayor of London

Gyles Brandreth - After dinner speaker and awards host

MP, scrabble champion, author, cabaret artist and world record holder of the world's longest after dinner speech, Gyles delights and entertains on any occasion

Justin Webb - Conference facilitator and keynote speaker, BBC North America Editor, presenter and broadcaster

North America Editor for the BBC, Justin Webb is an experienced conference facilitator and keynote speaker.

Jeffrey Davidow Thumbnail - International Political and Economics Keynote speaker

Former US ambassador to Mexico & Venezuela, Jeffrey Davidow is a keynote speaker on the international stage particularly covering US policy toward Latin America

Shlomo Ben-Ami - International keynote political, current affairs and socio-economic speaker

Ben Ami was the chief Israeli negotiator at the Camp David summit in 2000. He applies his expertise on conflict resolution to managerial situations as well as international politics.

Ken Livingstone - After dinner, conference and keynote speaker

Ken has twice held the chief executive office in London's local government. He led the Greater London Council and was London's first Mayor.

Andrew Neil Thumbnail - keynote and after dinner political and current affairs speaker

A publisher, writer, business consultant, TV presenter, conference facilitator & high profile speaker covering business topics, current affairs & politics

Rod Liddle

Former editor of the Today programme, Rod Liddle is an entertaining after dinner speaker with a great knowledge of politicians - especially useless politicians.

Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones - Awards host, after dinner, conference and keynote speaker

Responsible for the successful food launch, The Black Farmer® label, Wilfred is a classic entrepreneur with an “anything is possible” attitude.

Sir Christopher Meyer - After dinner, keynote and conference speaker

Former Ambassador for Great Britain to the United States, Sir Christopher Meyer recounts amongst other stories how he introduced Bush to Blair.

John Prescott - After dinner, conference and keynote speaker

John Prescott is one of the most famous political faces from the Tony Blair Government. An ideal speaker on the environment, sustainability, leadership & politics

Jeffrey Archer - Conference and keynote speaker, business

Former politician and well known, best selling author and personality

Jonathon Powell - Conference and keynote speaker, business

Jonathan Powell was Chief of Staff to Prime Minister Tony Blair from 1997 to 2007. He was responsible for co-ordinating all work in No.10.

Archie Norman - Conference and keynote speaker, leadership

From business to politics, Asda Chairman to Chief Executive of the Conservative Party, Archie delivers speeches on leadership, change and customer service

Tim Hames - After dinner, conference and keynote speaker

As chief leader writer and columnist for the Times newspaper, Tim Hames has the inside scoop on the murky goings on in the political landscape.

Matthew Parris - After dinner speaker, political

Journalist, author, TV personality and former parliamentary sketchwriter for The Times, Matthew is an interesting and amusing after dinner speaker

Adit Jain Thumbnail - business and emerging markets keynote speaker

An expert on emerging markets and India in particular, Adit Jain is an adviser to multinationals and is a highly regarded international keynote speaker

Nigel Lawson - conference, keynote speaker, politics, finance, economics

Former Chancellor of the Exchequer and internationally esteemed authority on economic policy and the impact of climate, Nigel Lawson is a highly regarded conference keynote and after dinner speaker

Anatole Kaletsky - Conference facilitator and keynote speaker

Anatole Kaletsky is Principal Economic Commentator and Associate Editor of The Times, he writes a bi-weekly column on economics, politics and financial markets.

Mikhail Gorbachev Thumbnail - Keynote International and Political Speaker

As a keynote speaker, former President of the Soviet Union, Mikhail Gorbachev reflects on the past and warns against dominence of any one political system

Jon Sopel Thumbnail - Politics keynote speaker and facilitator

Presenter of The Politics Show, Jon Sopel is one of the lead presenters on BBC News 24 and is an excellent conference speaker, facilitator, chairman and host

James Rubin - Conference and keynote speaker, international, politics

Former top policy advisor in the Clinton administration, James Rubin is a keynote speaker & presenter of his own Sky show, commentating on world events

Alastair Campbell - After dinner, conference and keynote speaker

Arguably the most famous Press Secretary the UK has ever seen. His inside knowledge of the world of politics and business ideally positions him for any speech

Vince Cable Thumbnail  - Politics, current affairs and economics keynote speaker

MP for Twickenham since 1997 & Lib Dem Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequor, Vince Cable is a voice often heard in the media and is an excellent keynote speaker

David Blunkett - After dinner, conference and keynote speaker

David Blunkett in his political life has been in charge of many of the major governmental portfolios. Equally adept at keynote speaking & anecdotal story telling

Andrew Miller - keynote speaker, politics, economics

Political editor and Bagehot columnist at The Economist, Andrew Miller draws on his experiences of the political and economic landscape both home and abroad for his keynote or after dinner speeches

Norman Lamont - keynote speaker, economy, finance

In the current economic climate, the former Chancellor, Lord Norman Lamont is an excellent speaker and much in demand on the corporate speaking circuit

Jane Corbin - International keynote and conference speaker and foreign affairs journalist

Senior correspondent for Panorama and internationally respected journalist, Jane Corbin in an insightful and experienced keynote speaker and facilitator

Felipe Gonzales Main - Political, Economic, teamwork and sustainability Keynote and Motivational Speaker

The longest standing Spanish President is a sought after keynote speaker. His experiences of the politics & economics for Spain & Europe provides insights for all.

Hagai Segal - Conference and keynote speaker, international, politics

Hagai Segal specialises in Middle-Eastern affairs, terrorism and geo-strategic risk issues - he is a fascinating and challenging conference speaker

Jonathan Fenby - After dinner, conference and keynote speaker

Author and Journalist, Jonathan Fenby's vast experience of China and Hong Kong ideally positions him for both after dinner or keynote speeches on these topics

Seb Coe - motivational and after dinner olympic speaker

Former athlete and MP, Lord Coe is the hero of our day - bringing the 2012 Olympics to London. His speeches on leadership and motivation are inspiring for all

David Starkey - After dinner speaker, conference and keynote speaker

Colourful media personality and outspoken commentator, historian Dr David Starkey is an erudite speaker - intelligent, witty, controversial & thought provoking

Matthew D'Ancona Thumbnail - politics & current affairs keynote and after dinner speaker

Author & former editor of The Spectator, Matthew D'Ancona is an engaging and passionate speaker on politics & current affairs, Britishness and the digital age

Helmut Kohl - Conference and keynote speaker, international

Helmut Kohl is a German conservative politician and statesman. He was Chancellor of Germany from 1982 to 1998 and chairman of the CDU from 1973-1998

Jan Eliasson - Conference and keynote speaker, international

Swedish diplomat and international personality, Jan Eliasson is a world-class speaker

Steven Norris - Conference and keynote speaker, business

Former Conservative MP and Minister for Transport for London. Ran for London mayor as the Tory candidate in the 2000 and 2004 elections

Paddy Ashdown - Conference and keynote speaker, leadership

Rt Hon. Lord Ashdown GCMG KBE is the former leader of the Lib Dem party, an EU and UN representative and an internationally renowned speaker

Niall Ferguson Thumbnail - Economic and political keynote and conference speaker

Niall Ferguson is one of the world's leading historians of the global economy. An accomplished speaker, he speaks with scintillating wit and analytical clarity.

Jeff Randall - Conference and keynote speaker, business

Jeff Randall was appointed Editor-At-Large of the Daily Telegraph in November 2005, after nearly five years as the BBC's Business Editor.

Mike Jackson - keynote speaker, after dinner speaker, leadership, change, motivation

Chief of the General Staff of the British Army, General Sir Mike Jackson is a powerful keynote leadership speaker

John Sergeant - After dinner speaker and awards host

Political correspondant, author, after dinner speaker, awards host and a roaring success when appearing on TV programmes such as 'Have I got News for You'

Bob Geldof - After dinner, keynote and conference speaker

Rock star and humanitarian, Sir Bob Geldof is a legend in his lifetime and one of the most sought after speakers in the world today

Michael Portillo - After dinner, conference and keynote speaker

A charismatic and engaging speaker, Michael has made the successful move from politics to TV & journalism, as well as being the UK's favourite single mum!

Sir Richard Needham - Conference and keynote speaker, business

Sir Richard Needham's experience in the business and politics makes him ideally positioned to speak on risk taking, turnarounds and innovation

Robin Oakley Thumbnail - politics and current affairs keynote speaker

European Political Editor, Robin Oakley OBE is an insightful and interesting keynote or after dinner speaker on political or horse racing issues

Lesley Abdela Thumbnail - Keynote and conference speaker

2009 UK Woman Politcal Journalist of the Year & an expert in gender, human rights & democratic empowerment, Lesley Abdela is a fascinating speaker

Daisy McAndrew - Awards host, conference and keynote speaker

Political broadcaster, conference speaker & facilitator, Daisy McAndrew is Economics Editor of ITV News and their most senior female reporter.

Philip Stephens Thumbnail - Journalist, facilitator, conference and keynote speaker

Political & economic commentator, Philip Stephens is Financial Times Associate Editor & twice-weekly columnist, an author & conference speaker

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