Ian Austin: It’s wrong to ignore the role played by Hamas in Gaza violence
This month’s tragic events on the Gaza border highlighted once again the plight of the Palestinian people and…
Labour Party
The difficulties of being a Labour councillor under a Tory government
I spent a long time trying to get elected as a local councillor, so I think it’s fair…
Labour puts pressure on May to reform abortion law in Northern Ireland
Theresa May’s reluctance to welcome the result of the Irish referendum on abortion is no coincidence. After a landslide…
Survival sex and the Nordic Model: an alternative Jack the Ripper tour with Carolyn Harris
There’s no sign of Carolyn Harris when I arrive at St Botolph’s church next to Aldgate station, but…
“The protestor divides, the persuader unites” – Stephen Kinnock’s full speech to Millennials
This is Labour MP Stephen Kinnock’s full speech at Common Vision’s ‘Millennifest’ conference in Cardiff. Thank you for that…
Mike Amesbury: With Lord Jim O’Neill’s backing, it’s time for Cheshire devolution
As the first anniversary of my election approaches, I’m naturally reflecting on my experience as an MP so…
Brexit, antisemitism and trans inclusion – Alice Perry’s latest NEC report
Jeremy Corbyn was unable to attend the May NEC meeting as he was in Manchester for the events…
Shelly Asquith: Labour should promise to scrap Section 21 evictions
Labour is currently consulting on new policies as part of its 2018 ‘Policy Commission’. The NEC has assigned…
Fabian Hamilton: Trump has put peace on the Korean Peninsula at risk – again
Even by the usual reckless standards of Donald Trump’s foreign policy, he has managed single-handedly to derail the…
Billy Hayes: Why I agree – but disagree – with John McDonnell on electoral reform
During the BBC’s local election coverage, John McDonnell reaffirmed his support for proportional representation. “I support PR”, he said…
