Pride will come before a fall
Hubris. Such a good word. Outrageous pride that will lead, almost inevitably, to nemesis – punishment and defeat.…
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Meet Nigel Farage: what UKIP really think about the NHS
The fact that UKIP is more Tory than the Tories has been often stated. Nowhere is it more clear that this statement is…
Labour and Oxfam are in total agreement about tackling inequality
This year, Oxfam’s Winnie Byanyima was one of the six chairs of the World Economic Forum in Davos,…
The Mansion Tax: A stopgap, not a solution
It is easy to get on the bandwagon to oppose a new tax. The mansion tax may have…
Is this Labour’s 11th hour?
Labour is facing a fight for long term survival as we approach the May general election. Labour faces…
Young people in Walthamstow are challenging the stereotype that we’re only passive bystanders in politics
My name is Asher Mohammed. I’m 14 years old and live in Waltham Forest. I am currently studying…
As the people of Greece go to the polls, Labour should support Syriza’s plans
Athens today appears very calm. This is a far cry from some of my earlier visits when mass…
These shocking figures show prospect of a generation missing out on the right to vote
Last week, Ed Miliband criticised the Government after it was established that 1 million people have fallen off…
Labour needs a plan, not just moral outrage
Sometimes I wonder at how well Labour is doing despite everything. With growing inequality and despair even among…
London’s rising inequality will be Boris’ shameful legacy
It is widely acknowledged that when Boris leaves the Mayoralty next year he will leave behind a trail…
