Key facts
- Prime Minister Andy Burnham delivered a speech at the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool.
- Burnham's speech was noted for its emotional content and political arguments, with a significant portion reportedly ad-libbed.
- Several ministers, including Ed Miliband, were moved to tears by Burnham's speech.
- The conference featured speeches from various Labour ministers covering topics such as defence, foreign affairs, business, and transport.
- The conference included an afterparty headlined by the Sugababes.
The Labour Party Conference 2026, held in Liverpool from September 27 to September 30, featured key speeches from party leaders and ministers. Prime Minister Andy Burnham delivered a notable address that was described as highly emotional and politically argumentative, with a significant portion reportedly improvised. Aides indicated that Burnham rehearsed the speech with tears, particularly when discussing his late father.