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…
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The UK’s towns will decide the next election, new research shows
Small and medium towns are the new electoral battleground, new research reveals today. Detailed analysis by Centre for…
Jeff Smith: Drug safety testing can save lives – it’s as simple as that
Young people are planning the sunnier months ahead at festivals and clubs across the country. We must not…
PMQs: May’s refusal to answer questions presents a challenge for Corbyn
Much like the repetitive nature of PMQs itself, I find myself wondering the same thing every week: what…
My journey to become deputy mayor of Lambeth shows London is a land of opportunity
Last week I was grateful to be chosen by my Labour comrades to be the next deputy mayor…
Lewisham East CLP chair suspended by Labour over “sex slave” tweets
The chair of Lewisham East CLP, Ian McKenzie, has been suspended by the Labour Party over tweets that…
Wendy Nichols elected vice-chair of Labour’s NEC
Today Wendy Nichols was elected vice-chair of Labour’s ruling body. Nichols, who currently represents Unison on the national…
Sadness, relief, anger – Labour reacts to Livingstone’s resignation
Last night Ken Livingstone announced his plans to quit the Labour Party. The former Greater London Council leader, Labour…
Why did the Corbynsceptic-backed candidate win Lewisham East?
Janet Daby won the Lewisham East selection contest by a landslide. Most didn’t see this coming: the Left…
Young Labour divided over call for Brexit conference vote
A fresh row has broken out amongst young Labour members over the party’s position on Brexit. Young Labour,…
