‘To end austerity, wealth taxes are a moral and economic necessity’
The UK is at a crossroads. This government inherited the dire legacy of a lost decade of cuts,…
Angela Rayner
Should Labour fear a Lib Dem surge in 2029 – or just a split vote?
A recent YouGov poll found that more than one in ten (13%) of those who voted Labour in…
‘Labour’s real challenge is fixing Britain’s story, not just its problems’
There’s an old meme where one friend says, “I’m mad.” His friend replies, “here’s a solution,” handing over…
‘Even the spectre of Corbyn’s party could prove fatal for Starmer and Labour’
We still know very little about Jeremy Corbyn’s new party. Currently operating under the placeholder “Your Party”, its…
‘Labour should be proud of Employment Rights Bill – and fight hard to defend it’
In our first year in office, the new Labour Government has started turning the page on 14 years…
Navendu Mishra quietly stands down as PPS for Angela Rayner
Navendu Mishra quietly resigned as a Parliamentary Private Secretary (PPS) for Angela Rayner two weeks ago, LabourList understands.…
Blow for Labour as Farage outpolls even Burnham and Rayner in Red Wall
Nigel Farage is more popular than even Andy Burnham and Angela Rayner in Red Wall seats, according to…
‘Why are the knives out for Bridget Phillipson?’
Keir Starmer, it was recently reported, warned his ministers that they could either ‘be disruptors or be disrupted’. Arguably…
‘Labour’s local council and election shakeup raises five big questions’
As six areas are fast-tracked to establish new Strategic Authorities this is a good week to reflect on…
‘Labour’s devolution White Paper will make councils fit for the 21st century’
Like other council leaders across the country, I welcome the White Paper on devolution with real enthusiasm –…
