The Tories are ignoring one of the biggest problems facing our economy: low productivity
The Tories have set the tone for the economy over the next five years with a Queen’s Speech…
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A difficult step
Labour are often accused of being the most tribal of the mainstream political parties. For my money, I…
Austerity has failed Greece and its people – just as it is failing people here
In our country austerity is imposed by an elected government. In Greece, however, a government was elected to…
It’s only right that Sure Start is emerging as a key issue in the Labour leadership contest
Something is happening in this Labour leadership contest which has never happened before. Something really positive. Sure Start…
PMQs verdict: It’s still an unenlightening shouting match, but Cameron needs to start answering questions
It was obvious on May 8th that today’s PMQs – the first of the new parliament – was…
The road less travelled and the one that can make the difference
I doubt I am alone in how I was feeling one night about three years ago. Dissatisfied…
The progressive majority myth is over – you need Tory votes to win
“The public is never wrong. We lose elections because we deserve to.” Just as mass each Sunday begins…
The empty, divisive mantra of “working people”
When David Cameron returned to Downing Street after visiting the Palace on May 8th, he lost no time…
‘Better regulation’ or a gangmaster’s dream? Cameron’s plans for EU regulatory reform need closer scrutiny
Of all Cameron’s requests from the EU, his call for regulatory reform has been one of the most…
Working parents can’t rely on a government that gives with one hand and takes with the other
Ask any working parent about the challenges they face in managing work and family life and childcare is…
