Fabian research shows how “Ukip effect” threatens Labour – even in “safe” seats
As the general election fast approaches, further evidence has emerged which shows that Ukip pose a threat to…
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NEC Report – 3rd June 2014
Report on the recent Local and European elections We discussed the recent Local and European election results in…
Don’t fall for the big Con con
On May 2nd 2010, the last Sunday before the general election, David Cameron was interviewed on the Andrew…
Ways to win in 2015: 5 lessons from Chuka’s Progress speech
One Nation Labour has had a rough ride. First it was deemed a fluffy vision with no policies.…
Who had lunch? Who cares. But when it comes to coalitions – members must decide
There was some excitement/dismay (delete as appropriate) overnight with Newsnight reporting that there had been a meeting between senior…
Is Labour considering increasing NHS funding?
The Independent today reports that Labour leadership is considering committing to a pledge to increase NHS funding in…
The story of Hetton
I write this as the immensely proud Member of Parliament for Blaydon. I write it in the aftermath…
Defending human rights from the Tories: protecting people at work
The Tories look set to promise a repeal of the Human Rights Act (HRA) and possibly a withdrawal…
New poll shows it’s a party’s policies and ethos that matter most
It’s a common claim from Conservatives and political commentators that David Cameron’s personal ratings will deliver them victory…
Tremors in Eastleigh, but no earthquake – thanks to Ed
A strange and largely unremarked result, certainly unremarked on the BBC coverage, came about in Eastleigh last week;…
