Fight the elections bill: we can’t let the Tories downgrade our democracy
The past few months have laid bare the disdain that the government has for its own voters. First,…
Cat Smith
The environment bill offers the chance to tell fracking companies: your time is up
The environment bill is back on the floor of the House of Commons on Wednesday. This is an…
The government must stop misleading us. Voter ID could disenfranchise millions
The introduction of mandatory voter ID is set to be a flagship government policy during this parliament. Huge…
The boundary reforms should be fair – and this Tory power-grab isn’t
After years of delay and indecision, the government has finally abandoned its plans to reduce the number of…
Our responsibility to young people does not end at the school gates
The loss of youth work in our communities has had a devastating impact on young lives across the…
Cat Smith: Youth workers are the unsung heroes of our communities. Let’s support them
Happy Youth Work Week. This is an opportunity for us all to celebrate the achievements and impact of…
Cat Smith: Behind the scenes, the Tories are making it harder for people to vote
With local government elections approaching, Labour activists across the country have been out on the doorstep. This May,…
Cat Smith: Empower a new generation of women with votes at 16
Part of a LabourList series on International Women’s Day 2018. This year’s international women’s day feels even more…
Cat Smith: Only Labour can tackle the crisis in Britain’s youth services
Happy Youth Work Week. This is an opportunity for us all to celebrate the achievements of youth work…
Cat Smith: Why four opposition parties will tomorrow back votes at 16
Lots of young people feel their future has been decided for them by another generation. This includes the…
