“A town built on iron and steel does not elect shrinking violets” – Alex Davies-Jones’ maiden speech
Below is the full text of the maiden speech delivered in parliament on January 15th by MP for…
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Our country is relying on workers deemed as ‘low-skilled’
Over the last few days, we have entered a world that feels very different to that which we…
We must grasp the benefits of Brexit to rebuild our nation after Covid-19
The Centre for Brexit Policy was conceived just over a year ago. A number of campaigners, academics, politicians…
What it’s like to be a school teacher during the coronavirus crisis
Teaching, the saying goes, is one-fourth preparation and three-fourths pure theatre. Over the last week, the government has…
“Today’s debate is fundamentally about freedoms” – Jon Ashworth’s full speech
Mr Speaker, as always our thoughts are with those who have lost loved ones to this virus. We…
Whoever leads Labour next will struggle to influence EU-UK relations
The tensions between national sovereignty and the desire to open up markets in Europe that follow from European…
After years of division, let us face the future again
The coronavirus pandemic has exposed the fragility of our economy and the insecurity of our society. We have…
“Only bold state intervention will see us through this crisis” – Ian Byrne’s maiden speech
It is an immense privilege to stand in the House today as the member of parliament for Liverpool,…
Why have the self-employed been hung out to dry by the Chancellor?
After a reasonably productive Day One of social distancing at home – we went outside, the boy ate…
Coronavirus is highlighting the value of community-based politics
It seems crass to wonder what the long-term effect of coronavirus may be on British society when the…
