Number of minority ethnic MPs could reach record high in May – but Labour accused of being complacent
The number of minority ethnic MPs could reach a record high after the May general election, a new…
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Farage’s call to scrap race discrimination laws “demonstrates breath-taking ignorance”, says Khan
It’s been reported today that UKIP leader, Nigel Farage, has said he would like to get rid of…
How Labour could alienate migrant voters
“It’s fair that before drawing on the welfare state, people should first make a contribution to it.” So…
49% rise in long-term unemployment for BME young people since 2010, Labour outline plan to address this
Labour are today pledging that they will help to get 3,200 Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) young…
Margaret Hodge pulls out of race for London Mayor
Margaret Hodge, MP for Barking, has officially ruled herself out of contention for London Mayor. According to political…
It’s a travesty Labour will have just 3 disabled MPs – we need to act now
It’s taken as read that the Parliamentary Labour Party (PLP) is not as representative as it should be.…
Labour criticised over “shameful” lack of BAME candidates in key seats
Labour MPs have called on Ed Miliband to do more to ensure that more Black and Minority Ethnic (BAME)…
Labour report calls for quotas to increase the number of female and minority ethnic judges
A report commissioned by the Labour Party and published today has concluded that quotas should be used to…
Mervyn Davies to lead review into ethnic diversity in British leadership, Umunna announces
Last night, Chuka Umunna, Shadow Business Secretary, announced that Mervyn Davies – former banker and previously Minister of State…
We need more BAME Shadow Ministers to propel Ed to Downing Street
Historically, the fight for racial justice has followed the amazing progress made in the fight for gender equality,…
