In conversation with Laura Kuenssberg: Why aren’t politicians paying attention?

Laura Kuenssberg has enjoyed a front row seat for one of the most tumultuous eras of British politics.

As the BBC’s political editor, a presenter of its Brexitcast and Newscast podcasts, and the presenter of Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, she has reported on the divisive Brexit referendum and its aftermath, a huge turnover of prime ministers, and the rise of multi-party politics in the UK – and interviewed hundreds of politicians.

To mark the publication of her new book, Pay Attention, Laura will be in conversation with IfG CEO Dr Hannah White to discuss the failures of governance that have led to a more polarised and radical politics in the UK – and what lessons should be heeded by today’s generation of political leaders.

How has our politics changed and why? How can we bridge the gap between politicians and the public and rebuild trust in both politics and politicians alike? And where might our politics head next?

Join us in Glasgow or online to hear Laura's experiences of reporting on two decades of political drama, and her insights into the functioning of modern politics and how it can be made to work for the people of the UK.