‘Instead of scrapping the two child benefit cap – invest in Sure Start’
Tackling child poverty is a necessity for a Labour government. Scrapping the two-child benefit cap would help do…
Jake Richards
‘MPs have approved the basic principles of assisted dying – the details require further work for us all’
The silence that met the result of the Assisted Dying vote in the House of Commons was a…
‘Children in care are being moved miles away from their homes. My private members’ bill will change that’
Following a difficult childhood, Chereece was placed into care as a teenager. Rather than this being the start…
‘The stakes are high. Labour must truly listen to voter’s concerns’
The most powerful part of Keir Starmer’s speech at conference was the refrain that “‘taking back control’ is…
‘Labour will face more marginals than ever in 2029. Preparation must start now’
To achieve a landslide victory four and half years after Labour’s worst election defeat since 1935 will always…
Assisted dying debate: ‘How to get the law on a sensitive topic right’
Assisted dying, and plans to reform the law in this area, will soon be debated in the House…
Assisted dying: ‘Keir is right the UK needs a vote. The law’s a mess MPs can’t ignore’
Keir Starmer’s new commitment to holding a vote on assisted dying should be welcomed. It is now undeniable…
Is there a more dangerous and foolhardy policy than lifting the ban on fracking?
Liz Truss has entered No 10 like Margaret Thatcher on steroids. Dressed in an eerily similar fashion and…
Members, from any political party, should not choose our next PM
The Prime Minister of the UK is the person who commands the confidence of the House of Commons.…
Labour must grasp the moment and defend our criminal justice system
Everywhere one looks, the country is crumbling after 12 years of Tory government. The ‘winter of discontent’ of…
