In recent years it has redefined its stance and ethos to that of a society which promotes free speech and civil debate, over party allegiance.

[6] In Easter term 2023, the President decreed the redesignation of the Society to the Durham University Conservative and Unionist Association.

[7] In Michaelmas term of 2023, members of the committee voiced opposition and concern to an invitation to sign the Pinsker Center's open letter[8] written in collaboration with other University Conservative Associations expressing unequivocal and unending support for Israel regardless of their actions.

Subsequently, DUCUA received backlash from other university associations and the Pinsker Center for their refusal to fall in line.

[citation needed] Port and Policy is the Association's main social event, where topical motions of the day are debated fortnightly.

[9] In Epiphany 2024, following multiple incidents of disorderly behaviour, the then-Political Officer directed that a set of standing orders be published.