The Cambridge Society of Luxembourg are pleased to invite alumni to a conference followed by dinner with David Harley, former Deputy Secretary-General of the European Parliament. He has recently published his memoirs “Matters of
Record: Inside European Politics (Diaries 1992-2010)" and a book co-written and edited with Dianne Hayter called “The Forgotten Tribe - British MEPs 1979-2020”.

A summary of David’s career which explains why this will be such an interesting event is set out below. 

Timings and Programme:
N.B. All participants are kindly requested to note and to respect the following timings to ensure that the event runs smoothly.

18.30   Event start, aperitif served on arrival
18.55   Guests take their places (a table plan will be at the entrance to the restaurant)
19.00   Talk by David Harley (30 minutes and 30 minute Q&A - It will be possible to have further discussion, if desired, at the end of the meal, over coffee) 
20.00   Dinner
23.00   Event ends

Menu

Please find the full menu in the event invitation below. 

About the speaker - David Harley

David worked for the European Parliament from 1975 to 2010. During the period covered by his memoirs he was Adviser to Secretary-General Enrico Vinci 1989-1994, Deputy Secretary-General of the Socialist Group 1997-1999, Director of Press and Media, Parliamentary Spokesman 1999-2002, Spokesman for President Pat Cox 2002-2004, Secretary-General of the Socialist Group 2004-2007, ending his career as Deputy Secretary-General of the European Parliament 2007-2010. He was, therefore, someone who was “in the room“ with leaders and policymakers in Brussels and around the world during a momentous period for the EU internally and externally, as well as for the UK as the first flush of enthusiasm of New Labour for the EU began to lose its bloom and Euroscepticism started to develop, creating deep divisions that finally led to Brexit. He has unparalleled insights into what went on which he will share with us. 1 January 2023 marked the 5th anniversary of the UK’s accession to the EU which adds relevance to a talk from David at this time.

To book, please read the event invitation below and email John Speed using the link. 

The email must contain reference to 'Harley Dinner' and include the names of the participants, whether the menu with wines or the alcohol-free menu for each participant is required, and any dietary requirements including a vegetarian alternative.

Please also pay the appropriate amount to the Cambridge Society of Luxembourg’s bank account (details in the event invitation doument below). 

Reservations will only be confirmed on receipt of payment. Preference will be given to those who have already registered interest in the event, but their place will also only be confirmed on receipt of payment. Numbers are limited to 60 and, subject to the preference noted above, reservations will be dealt with on a first come first served basis. The deadline for reservations is Friday, 10 March 2023 as we have to give numbers and details of the menu requirements no later than 14 March. Please reserve as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.