In the closing session of the conference, Britain Palestine Project Executive Director Dr Brian Brivati reflected on the discussions of the day and outlined the practical policy agenda emerging from the conference and the newly launched Statement of Principles.

Rather than attempting to summarise every contribution, Dr Brivati focused on a central question that had run throughout the conference: how can sufficient political pressure be generated to change the realities on the ground and encourage meaningful action from governments?

He argued that the coming months present a significant political opportunity. With the prospect of political change in both Israel and the United Kingdom, and increasing public concern over the situation in Palestine and Israel, there is a rare moment in which policymakers may be more receptive to public pressure and advocacy.

Drawing on themes raised throughout the day, Brivati highlighted a number of practical policy measures that Britain Palestine Project intends to advocate for, including action on trade with illegal settlements, opposition to settlement expansion in the E1 corridor, publication and implementation of legal advice relating to the International Court of Justice advisory opinion, and stronger action regarding arms exports and international legal obligations.

He stressed that while individual measures taken by the United Kingdom are important, meaningful change will ultimately require coordinated action with international partners. Britain’s influence is greatest when exercised alongside allies, particularly within Europe and through international institutions such as the United Nations.

Brivati also pointed to the approaching review of the UN-mandated arrangements governing Gaza's future and argued that civil society organisations, campaigners and citizens have an important role to play in shaping the debate around what comes next.

A key message of the session was that political engagement matters. Delegates were encouraged to continue writing to MPs, engaging with elected representatives, organising public meetings, and keeping issues of justice, accountability and international law firmly on the political agenda. Brivati argued that in a fragmented and competitive political environment, elected representatives are listening more closely than they often do, creating opportunities for citizens to influence policy.

The session concluded with thanks to the speakers, delegates, volunteers and staff who had contributed to the conference, and a commitment from the Britain Palestine Project to continue developing and advocating a practical policy platform rooted in its Statement of Principles and informed by the expertise shared throughout the day.