The Labour Party’s National Conference 2024, held in Liverpool, concluded on a high note, with a powerful show of leadership and an impressive Malayalee presence. This year’s conference was particularly momentous as it marked the Labour Party’s return to government after 15 years in opposition, following their victory in the general election.
Prime Minister and Party Leader Keir Starmer, Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner, and Finance Minister Rachel Reeves took center stage, directing the nation’s attention to Liverpool. The leadership team outlined their vision for the future, addressing both administrative and organizational priorities for the newly formed government.
A prominent highlight of the conference this year was the active involvement of leading Malayalee Labour figures, who invoked a sense of “Malayalee Peruma” (Malayalee Pride). Among those at the forefront were Sojan Joseph, the first Malayalee MP in the British Parliament; Labour Party National Committee Member and former Newham Councillor Jose Alexander; Basingstoke Councillor Sajeesh Tom; Newcastle Councillor Juna Sathyan; former Newham Councillor Sugathan Thekepura; and former Mayor and current Croydon Councillor Manju Shahul Hameed.
These distinguished Malayalee leaders played a key role in engaging with the party’s direction and policy discussions, amplifying the voice of the Malayalee community within the UK’s political sphere.
The conference, which ran from September 22 to 25, saw the participation of approximately 20,000 people, including representatives from across the UK and various countries worldwide. Amidst tight security, delegates gathered to discuss the future course of the Labour government, making it a pivotal moment in Britain’s political landscape.
The involvement of the Malayalee community at such a significant level underscores their growing influence in UK politics, bringing both their unique heritage and collective pride into the national dialogue.
