AI Hackathon
Building Consensus on the Future of Work
In Partnership with Multiverse
Tuesday 29 September 2026
11:15 – 12:15
Performance Space
Do you have a problem that AI can help solve?
Submit your ideas HERE by Sunday 27 September at 13:30, for a chance to have it brought to life by a Multiverse AI apprentice during Labour Party Conference! The winning idea will be showcased at this event.
From helping young people enter the world of work to tackling fraud in the tax system – the possibilities of making AI a force for good are endless!
Delivered in partnership with Multiverse, this interactive session will combine a live AI product demonstration with a panel discussion and audience Q&A. Bringing together policymakers, politicians, third-sector leaders, AI experts and local government representatives, it will explore how AI can boost productivity while ensuring workers have the skills, support and opportunities they need to thrive.
The session will culminate a two-day hackathon, where Liverpool-based Multiverse apprentices will develop an AI solution to a real-world policy challenge. Following a live demonstration of their solution, the panel will discuss practical steps to accelerate AI adoption while delivering fairer outcomes for workers, employers and public services.
Speakers:
- Kate Dearden MP – Minister of State for the Future of Work
- Patrick Hurley MP – Member of Parliament for Southport; Vice-chair, Future of Work APPG
- Francesca Fraser – Head of Policy and Public Affairs, Multiverse
- Kieran Walters – Director of Communications and Research (Deputy General Secretary), Prospect Union
- Sasjkia Otto – Senior Researcher, Fabian Society