Join Sir Ed Davey MP and the Very Rev'd Dr Mark Oakley, Dean of Southwark as they discuss 'Why I Care and Why Care Matters'

'Ed Davey is living proof that sometimes the personal and the political can mix in a way that benefits society as a whole.' Alastair Campbell

Join Sir Ed Davey MP and the Very Rev'd Dr Mark Oakley, Dean of Southwark as they discuss Ed Davey's book Why I Care and Why Care Matters.

Care is a thread that weaves itself into the fabric of our society. It’s something Ed Davey, leader of the Liberal Democrats, knows intimately. His new memoir, Why I Care and why care matters, explores how being a carer has shaped his life and values, and how for Ed and for the legions of carers across the UK, the politics is personal.

Aged only four, Ed lost his father to cancer. When his mother also became ill, Ed and his brothers nursed her at home until she died when Ed was just 15. Now, he and his wife care for their son John, who has severe physical and learning disabilities, as well as raising their younger daughter.

Weaving emotional stories from Ed's life together with thoughtful analysis and powerful testimonies from carers across the country, Why I Care paints an authentic picture of life for millions of people in Britain today and offers a wake-up call for what more can be done to support those who are the backbone of our society.

Because this isn't just Ed's story. It's the story of all of us.

Sir Ed Davey MP has been the leader of the Liberal Democrats since 2020, having acted in the position from 2019 to 2020.

He has been MP for Kingston and Surbiton since 2017, having previously held the role from 1997 until 2015. He was born in Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, and is married with two children.

The Very Reverend Dr Mark Oakley has been the Dean of Southwark since December 2023.

Copies of the book Why I Care: And Why Care Matters will be on sale on the evening.

This June, Southwark Cathedral is raising awareness of carers and the work they do. We invite you to visit the photographic exhibition 'You Cannot Pour From An Empty Cup: Sources of empathy, compassion and love in care', by Ruth Samuels and commissioned by Theos on display at the Cathedral 5-30 June.

Carer's week is 9-15 June Carers UK

If you have any access requirements, please contact Emily.Thorne@southwark.anglican.org

Photo credit The Times.