Listen to this story Members can listen to an AI-generated audio version of this article. 1.0x Audio narration uses an AI-generated voice. 0:00 0:00 Become a member to listen to this article Subscribe ‘Hope again’ was the slogan underpinning this Labour Party conference, with the Burnham buzz reverberating across Liverpool’s docklands as the prime minister delivered what he hopes will be an era-defining speech. If you work in FE and skills, there were some reasons to feel hopeful. Britain now has a prime minister who has put vocational education, skills and young people unusually close to the centre of his political project – and who arrived in Downing Street with a track record of doing the same in Greater Manchester. Become a member for unlimited access to FE Week Our members enjoy early access to exclusive content and in-depth articles before anyone else. Get expert journalism on FE and skills, experience fewer ads, and unlock a growing range of member benefits. subscribe If you have an account, please login. Sign in