
What's gone wrong with British politics and what to do? by Dominic Cummings
Tue 20 Oct · 17:30
Curtis Auditorium
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Dominic Cummings delivers an insights public lecture at the Curtis Auditorium in Newcastle upon Tyne on 20 October 2026. The talk explores how government operates behind the scenes and discusses challenges facing British politics based on his experience leading the Vote Leave campaign. The session concludes with an audience question-and-answer period.
INSIGHTS Public Lecture by Dominic Cummings
INSIGHTS Public Lecture
What really happens at the centre of power? Drawing on his experience leading the Vote Leave campaign and working at the heart of government in Number 10, Dominic Cummings will offer his perspective on how government operates behind the scenes, the challenges facing British politics, and the reforms he believes are needed. This talk will offer insights into decision-making at the highest levels of government, followed by an audience Q&A.
Dominic Cummings, former chief adviser to the Prime Minister
Dominic Cummings is a political strategist and former senior adviser to Prime Minister Boris Johnson. He is best known as Campaign Director of Vote Leave, the official campaign that secured victory in the 2016 EU referendum, and later as Chief Adviser in Downing Street from 2019 to 2020. Earlier in his career, he worked on campaigns against UK membership of the euro and played a key role in education reform while advising Michael Gove at the Department for Education. One of the most influential figures in recent British politics, he is widely recognised for his unconventional approach to government, policy and political campaigning.
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Click on the 'Reserve a spot' button and add your name and contact details to the short form.
This event will be held in the Curtis Auditorium, Herschel Building (https://roomfinder.ncl.ac.uk/building.php?exid=BLDCE36A8B1-FF36-40C8-A683-B6286C7A73D0) at Newcastle University (NE1 7RU).
We operate a paperless ticketing system, so you do not need to print your tickets. Just give your name at the door.
To avoid crowding, audience members are asked to arrive for events no earlier than 15 minutes before the advertised start time.
For more information about what to expect when attending a lecture visit: www.ncl.ac.uk/events/public-lectures/attending-a-lecture (https://www.ncl.ac.uk/events/public-lectures/attending-a-lecture)
Venue Details and Accessibility
The Herschel Building is located a 3-minute walk from Haymarket Metro Station and Bus Station, and is easily accessible by Public Transport.
The Curtis Auditorium is a tiered lecture theatre and has 8 designated spaces for wheelchair users, with flat-level access. There is also a hearing loop system and an accessible toilet nearby.
Please note any access requirements on your booking form.
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What's gone wrong with British politics and what to do? by Dominic Cummings takes place on Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 17:30.
What's gone wrong with British politics and what to do? by Dominic Cummings is held at Curtis Auditorium in Newcastle upon Tyne (Herschel Building, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 7RY).
Entry to What's gone wrong with British politics and what to do? by Dominic Cummings is free.
The forecast for What's gone wrong with British politics and what to do? by Dominic Cummings is Overcast · 12°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Curtis Auditorium can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
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Dominic Cummings delivers an insights public lecture at the Curtis Auditorium in Newcastle upon Tyne on 20 October 2026. The talk explores how government operates behind the scenes and discusses challenges facing British politics based on his experience leading the Vote Leave campaign. The session concludes with an audience question-and-answer period.
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INSIGHTS Public Lecture by Dominic Cummings
INSIGHTS Public Lecture
What really happens at the centre of power? Drawing on his experience leading the Vote Leave campaign and working at the heart of government in Number 10, Dominic Cummings will offer his perspective on how government operates behind the scenes, the challenges facing British politics, and the reforms he believes are needed. This talk will offer insights into decision-making at the highest levels of government, followed by an audience Q&A.
Dominic Cummings, former chief adviser to the Prime Minister
Dominic Cummings is a political strategist and former senior adviser to Prime Minister Boris Johnson. He is best known as Campaign Director of Vote Leave, the official campaign that secured victory in the 2016 EU referendum, and later as Chief Adviser in Downing Street from 2019 to 2020. Earlier in his career, he worked on campaigns against UK membership of the euro and played a key role in education reform while advising Michael Gove at the Department for Education. One of the most influential figures in recent British politics, he is widely recognised for his unconventional approach to government, policy and political campaigning.
____________________________________________________________________________
Ticket Information
Click on the 'Reserve a spot' button and add your name and contact details to the short form.
This event will be held in the Curtis Auditorium, Herschel Building (https://roomfinder.ncl.ac.uk/building.php?exid=BLDCE36A8B1-FF36-40C8-A683-B6286C7A73D0) at Newcastle University (NE1 7RU).
We operate a paperless ticketing system, so you do not need to print your tickets. Just give your name at the door.
To avoid crowding, audience members are asked to arrive for events no earlier than 15 minutes before the advertised start time.
For more information about what to expect when attending a lecture visit: www.ncl.ac.uk/events/public-lectures/attending-a-lecture (https://www.ncl.ac.uk/events/public-lectures/attending-a-lecture)
Venue Details and Accessibility
The Herschel Building is located a 3-minute walk from Haymarket Metro Station and Bus Station, and is easily accessible by Public Transport.
The Curtis Auditorium is a tiered lecture theatre and has 8 designated spaces for wheelchair users, with flat-level access. There is also a hearing loop system and an accessible toilet nearby.
Please note any access requirements on your booking form.
Latest News
You can view event information and join the public lectures mailing list to receive the latest news at www.ncl.ac.uk/public-lectures (https://www.ncl.ac.uk/events/public-lectures/).
Disclaimer
The University will make all reasonable efforts to deliver INSIGHTS Public Lectures. However, it may be necessary to make changes in response to significant disruption.
Data Protection Statement
The information you provide will be used in connection with the organisation of this event and to communicate with you about the event. Information will be stored securely by Eventbrite and will only be accessed by the event organisers. It will not be shared with a third party.
If you would like more information about how we manage personal data more generally, including your rights under law, and the contact details of the University’s Data Protection Officer, please see our website: www.ncl.ac.uk/data.protection (https://www.ncl.ac.uk/data.protection/)
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What's gone wrong with British politics and what to do? by Dominic Cummings takes place on Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 17:30.
Where is What's gone wrong with British politics and what to do? by Dominic Cummings taking place?
What's gone wrong with British politics and what to do? by Dominic Cummings is held at Curtis Auditorium in Newcastle upon Tyne (Herschel Building, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 7RY).
How much are tickets for What's gone wrong with British politics and what to do? by Dominic Cummings?
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The forecast for What's gone wrong with British politics and what to do? by Dominic Cummings is Overcast · 12°C.
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