In his keynote speech at the Liberal Democrats' annual conference, Sir Ed Davey emphasized the party's commitment to 'finish the job' of holding the Conservatives accountable after their successful performance in the recent election, where they regained 72 seats. He critiqued the Conservatives for being out of touch with ordinary voters and expressed his intention to restore trust with the electorate. Davey also highlighted the challenges facing the NHS, pledging that the Lib Dems would focus on community services to repair the damage done by years of Conservative governance. Additionally, he called for a balanced response to the new Labour government, arguing against both Conservative denial and Labour pessimism. Despite the celebration of their electoral gains, there are signs of internal discontent within the party regarding its direction and stance on issues like Brexit. The conference atmosphere was lively, marked by a mix of celebration and calls for clearer political direction as the Lib Dems seek to solidify their renewed relevance in UK politics.