Deborah Mattinson Column: ‘Labour must never forget who it’s fighting for’
Focus groups can be depressing. For me, the worst in decades were after Labour’s shattering defeat in 2019.…
Comment
‘A luxury levy is the politically savvy way to ensure the rich pay more tax’
The Chancellor faces a familiar dilemma at the November 2025 budget. Taxes must rise, and intense debate continues…
Briefing Encounters
This is an adapted version of my analysis from the LabourList email this morning. To receive our email…
‘Global climate shocks demand global action: Britain’s role in building a liveable future for all’
The impacts of climate change are no longer distant warnings – they’re disasters we watch unfold every day.…
‘Cut bills, build trust: the new formula for progressive politics’
The Government is not having the easiest time – tight fiscal space, an insecure and uncertain country, and…
‘Without trust, digital transformation will fail’
Last week, a Reuters special investigation revealed that Meta’s platforms are showing billions of scam ads every day,…
‘Labour are losing young voters – how can they fix this?’
Britain has hit the multi-party era but why are young people leaving Labour behind?YouGov polling shows the Greens…
‘Championing all those who served is the true meaning of remembrance day’
This time of year is an emotive one. Many in our communities have family connections to service. Added…
‘A small tax with big potential – let the mayors tax tourists’
The Chancellor needs more growth (as does everyone else), and the metro mayors need more money. There is…
‘The BBC crisis and our half-right, half-wrong politics’
The BBC is in crisis – again. This is not a piece reporting on what has happened. You…
