Prof Schaffer spoke animatedly about the founders of the original Lunar Society and the way man was used as an extension of machine. But he questioned whether the modern day Lunar Society – welcoming new members as it does – was in sync with the original whose preference was to keep their numbers small in what he described as being more akin to a “private club”…

This year’s Sir Adrian Cadbury Lecture will be given by Meg Hillier MP for Hackney South and Shoreditch, is Chair of the Public Accounts Committee in Parliament. With her experience of holding the most senior government officials to account and investigating value for money and efficiency in government projects, Meg will reflect on the role of her committee in ensuring good and effective government.

Deirdre LaBassiere introduces an event exploring the need to change how we provide care to an aging population.