New Saatchi poster needed: “Lynton isn’t working”
I once saw Lynton Crosby having lunch in one of Westminster’s smartest eateries with the editor of a…
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Floods and Climate Change – worth the risk?
The question is not whether we can say for certain climate change is causing the floods – it’s…
Why might a male dominated Cabinet target public sector pay?
In his big speech on public sector reform this week, Ed Miliband made reference to “public servants who…
The truth about UKIP
Apparently Nigel Farage is angry. No surprise there, like any pub bore he’s always angry about something, but…
It’s about the pound in your pocket
To date the case for Independence for Scotland has been predicated on an emotional argument that involves telling…
We must empower people to help themselves – and transform the way in which we govern
On Wednesday I gave a speech to the New Local Government Network. That’s a phrase you always want…
Lessons from Wythenshawe
Labour’s victory in Wythenshawe and Sale East was resounding. Our activists deserve huge praise and thanks for their…
Today isn’t just Valentine’s Day – it’s V-day too…
Today across the globe one billion people are rising up against violence against women. This year marks the…
Why haven’t I changed my mind on Independence? Because my head and my heart say no
While time wasting on Facebook I’ve noticed people who I consider thoughtful have been sharing why they have…
Tackling the left’s devolution doubters
Both Ed Miliband and Jon Cruddas have ‘come out’ this week as devolution converts. In the case of…
