Labour will act on immigration – here’s how
With the full accession and the lifting of transitional controls for Bulgarian and Romanian citizens, it’s now time…
Comment
Parliament needs better employment practices and a recognised trade union for MPs’ staff
The news from the Liberal Democrats regarding Lord Rennard and the alleged sexual harassment of staff and aspiring…
This is not the way to reform welfare
From the outset, I should make it clear that I support welfare reform. The current system does not…
Are there some cracks appearing in the glass ceiling?
By Seema Malhotra and Ivana Bartoletti Today marks the launch of Cracks in the Glass Ceiling – the…
Will Labour members get a say on party reform before it’s too late?
The Labour Party reaches a major milestone two weeks today – although you probably haven’t heard about it.…
8 reasons Labour has a good chance of an overall majority
There was a flurry of panicky tweets early last week when Labour’s poll lead dipped to 3 points…
Power Games
When Lord Rennard was first accused of sexual harassment, I challenged him publicly over his alleged behaviour and…
Labour’s compulsory skills training for the unemployed – would it work?
Labour’s big announcement on welfare today is the proposed introduction of new skills courses in English and maths for people…
Labour and welfare – Merely direction of travel so far
So, after 3 months in the job, today, Rachel Reeves made her first major speech on our social…
We are in for a long haul until May 2015
“Nobody knows anything.” This was screenwriter William Goldman’s considered view on the collective wisdom of entertainment industry executives.…
