A DAY of expert discussions and educational drama is set to celebrate the 100th anniversary of female suffrage.

The North Durham Women’s Conference, 100 Years of Progress, is being held tomorrow and has been organised as it is a century since some women were given the vote in parliamentary elections.

A pre-conference rally will open the day, showcasing banners in suffragette colours outside the Stanley Civic Hall and Louisa Centre from 8.30am with the event starting at 9am.

A series of free talks and discussions, led by experts from the world of academia and professional fields, will explore how much progress has been made for women in terms of opportunity and equality since 1918.

Stalls, banners, and workshops will cover a variety of topics, from the history of the early suffrage movement to the challenges facing women at the present time.

These will be led by well-known experts in the field, including MEP Jude Kirton-Darling, who will talk about Brexit

To book a free place contact rose.renton@mhne.org.uk