Public Affairs Series: Dame Penny Mordaunt

Dame Penny Mordaunt was a Parliamentarian for 14 years, holding nine ministerial roles, four in Cabinet, including Secretary of State for Defence – the first and only woman in the UK to hold this role and the role of Minister for the Armed Forces.  She was the UK’s first cross-government defensive cyber lead, rebuilt the UK’s civil contingencies, and was UK Governor at the World Bank. She came to the public’s attention as Leader of the Commons and Lord President of the Council, presiding over the Accession Council following the death of Queen Elizabeth II and at the coronation of King Charles III.  She now works in defence, development, investment and philanthropy. Pro bono she chairs the Coalition for Global Prosperity and is Co-chair of the Commission on Antisemitism. Her Sunday Times best-seller book Pomp & Circumstance Why Britain’s traditions matter, co-authored with Chris Lewis, argues that the UK is well placed to cope in a world of increasing uncertainty and rapid change.

Already a member? for member purchase

Tickets

Ticket
Ticket price
Price
Qty
ROSL Members £20.00
0
ROSL Guests £25.00
remove
Continue

Your Selection

Subtotal £0.00
Total £0.00
Continue
Calendar of Events Public Affairs Series: Dame Penny Mordaunt
Calendar of Events
 
  • Dame Penny Mordaunt

Public Affairs Series: Dame Penny Mordaunt

Dame Penny Mordaunt was a Parliamentarian for 14 years, holding nine ministerial roles, four in Cabinet, including Secretary of State for Defence – the first and only woman in the UK to hold this role and the role of Minister for the Armed Forces.  She was the UK’s first cross-government defensive cyber lead, rebuilt the UK’s civil contingencies, and was UK Governor at the World Bank. She came to the public’s attention as Leader of the Commons and Lord President of the Council, presiding over the Accession Council following the death of Queen Elizabeth II and at the coronation of King Charles III.  She now works in defence, development, investment and philanthropy. Pro bono she chairs the Coalition for Global Prosperity and is Co-chair of the Commission on Antisemitism. Her Sunday Times best-seller book Pomp & Circumstance Why Britain’s traditions matter, co-authored with Chris Lewis, argues that the UK is well placed to cope in a world of increasing uncertainty and rapid change.

Share
Price
£20 for ROSL Members, £25 for ROSL Guests
Already a member?
When
Start Date: Tue. 31 March - 18:30
End Date: Tue. 31 March - 19:30
Where
Royal Over-Seas League

About This Event

Dame Penny Mordaunt was a Parliamentarian for 14 years, holding nine ministerial roles, four in Cabinet, including Secretary of State for Defence – the first and only woman in the Uk to hold this role and the role of Minister for the Armed Forces.  She was the UK’s first cross-government defensive cyber lead, rebuilt the UK’s civil contingencies, and was UK Governor at the World Bank. She came to the public’s attention as Leader of the Commons and Lord President of the Council, presiding over the Accession Council following the death of Queen Elizabeth II and at the coronation of King Charles III.  She now works in defence, development, investment and philanthropy. Pro bono she chairs the Coalition for Global Prosperity and is Co-chair of the Commission on Antisemitism. Her Sunday Times best-seller book Pomp & Circumstance Why Britain’s traditions matter, co-authored with Chris Lewis, argues that the UK is well placed to cope in a world of increasing uncertainty and rapid change.

Ticket includes a glass of wine after the event.

The talk is open to ROSL members and their named guests only.

This talk will not be live streamed or recorded.

Map & Directions

By Tube

ROSL’s closest tube station is Green Park. Take exit marked Piccadilly, walk past the Ritz Hotel, and turn right onto Arlington Street. At the end of Arlington Street there are some steps, go down these steps and turn right where you will find the entrance courtyard to Over-Seas House.

By Bus

The following buses stop outside Green Park tube station on Piccadilly: numbers C2, 9, 14, 19, 22 and 38, running west to Hyde Park Corner, Victoria and Knightsbridge, and east to Piccadilly Circus and Holborn.

By Car

Travelling west on the A4 (Piccadilly), turn left onto St James’s Street and second right into Park Place cul-de-sac, Over-Seas House is at the end. If there is no space in the Over-Seas car park, alternative parking may be found in the NCP Car Park on Arlington Street off Piccadilly.

Dress Code

Members and their guests are requested to dress in a manner consistent with the character and standing of ROSL when visiting the clubhouse.

Club Rules & Dress Code

Have A Question

Our team are on hand to help. Get in touch through phone or email.

Call us on

Accommodation
& Dining Options

Club members, why not enhance your visit to the Club by booking overnight accommodation, dinner or Afternoon Tea?