May 2010 changed the face of UK politics with the formation of the first Coalition Government since 1945 between the Conservative and Liberal Democrat Parties.

Since then, a major focus for the Coalition has been to reduce the deficit as well as encouraging growth in the UK's economy. The private sector's role in creating new jobs and other opportunities is an important part of the Government's vision to deal with both. There has never been a more important time for business leaders to engage with politicians on policy.

The Enterprise Forum’s role is to bring business closer to the Conservative Party and the wider Coalition Government through its programme of events and other activities. If you are not currently a member, I encourage you to get in touch and come along to a meeting, meet the Forum’s Directors and learn more about how our work can be beneficial to your organisation’s public affairs agenda. If you are not already on our mailing list – sign up via markbeckett@enterprise-forum.co.uk for regular updates to our programme and membership information.

Mark Beckett