Politics isn’t working when a country as wealthy as Britain can’t feed its people
On Wednesday, the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs select committee released a report on food security, which I’d…
Inequality
James Blunt isn’t the problem – privilege is
Yesterday an argument between Chris Bryant MP and mealy-mouthed popstar James Blunt bubbled away over at the Guardian.…
Labour asks Government to back FGM proposals
Seema Malhotra, Shadow Minister for Preventing Violence Against Women and Girls, has asked the Government to back plans…
Labour would reform the asylum system so it’s as efficient, fair and humane as we would expect
Last Friday Tory backbenchers in the commons did what Tory backbenchers are prone to do – grabbed the wrong…
“This is no time for complacency or triumphalism from politicians or policy-makers” – Balls launches Inclusive Prosperity report
Today Ed Balls oversee the UK launch of the Commission on Inclusive Prosperity’s report. The report, which Balls…
The SNP have proved they’re unfit to represent Scotland by collaborating with the Tories
On Tuesday in Westminster, George Osborne wasted a good deal of Parliamentary time on a political stunt. The…
“London risks become two Londons” – find out what’s driving Tessa Jowell’s mayoral bid
Tessa Jowell has given a major interview with the Evening Standard, touching on what issues drive her ambition…
They may not be fashionable but climate change and global poverty have never been more important, explains Miliband
Today Ed Miliband will outline Labour’s commitment to combating poverty, inequality and climate change. As part of Labour’s…
Labour announce new measures to support carers
Labour have announced new plays to help support unpaid family carers. There are currently around 5.4 million people…
Rising energy prices cost the poorest the most, research finds
Today Labour are asking MPs to vote for their motion that will fast-track legislation, which will give Ofgem…
