NEC makes controversial decision on BAME and disabled members’ structures
Labour’s national executive committee (NEC) met in Newcastle on Tuesday for an away day. The party faced criticism…
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Why is Labour changing course on BAME and disabled members’ structures?
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Labour’s plans for an elected upper chamber will not succeed without PR
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