Welcome . . .

The Scottish Liberal Club exists to promote Liberalism in a variety of ways. In normal times, we hold regular events such as discussion evenings and social gatherings, many of them with speakers, as well as the well-established annual dinner and lecture.

The Club is a separate organisation from the Scottish Liberal Democrats. Members who espouse Liberal ideas and values are welcome from within and outwith the Party.

Events for 2026

Half Day Forum

28^th February, 2026, 10:00 - 13:30.

Eric Liddle Centre, 15 Morningside Road, EH10 4DP

The topic for this year's popular Half Day Forum will be "AI – Friend or Foe?" AI and education and ethical/technical aspects will also be under discussion.

We have three speakers on different aspects of our chosen topic. Hugh Andrew, of Birlinn Ltd, has been signed up to cover the creative industries. Each speaker has 15-20 minutes to introduce their area, then the audience has 20 minutes to ask questions of the speaker.

Timetable:

10.00 - 10.45 - Andy Williamson - Founder, Welcome Brain - Introduction to AI and the ethical implications.
10.45 - 11.00 - Coffee Break
11.00 - 11.45 - Hugh Andrew of Birlinn Ltd , independent publisher - AI in the Arts.
11.45 - 12.00 - Coffee Break
12.00 - 12.45 - Kenji Lamb - University of Edinburgh - AI in Education.
Tea, coffee and biscuits provided. Drop in at any time!

Previously. . ..

Councillor John Gray Lecture

Friday 28^th November