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Why Rent Controls Remain Controversial
Communities
Why Rent Controls Remain Controversial
The political discussion around rent controls has become a hot-button topic in England and Wales as record-breaking rents continue to put pressure on households struggling with the rising cost of living.
Our System For Post-Legislative Scrutiny Isn't Working
Parliament
Our System For Post-Legislative Scrutiny Isn't Working
Parliament was assured it would have an enhanced ability to review how newly introduced legislation is working in practice. But Hleb Buziuk says it is far from clear this vital part of scrutiny is taking place
PM Says 'Sticking With The Status Quo Not Good Enough' On EU
Foreign affairs
PM Says "Sticking With The Status Quo Not Good Enough" On EU
The Prime Minister has said that Britain must be open to closer ties with the European Union and that "sticking with the status quo is not good enough".
Andy Burnham Says Brexit Result Was Legitimate Despite Russian Interference
Brexit
Andy Burnham Says Brexit Result Was Legitimate Despite Russian Interference
Downing Street has said that Andy Burnham does not think Russian interference in the 2016 Brexit referendum affected the result.
Chloe Dalton: 'Hares Are Emblematic Of The Character Of Our Country'
Environment
Chloe Dalton: "Hares Are Emblematic Of The Character Of Our Country"
A chance encounter with a wild hare changed Chloe Dalton’s life and inspired her to champion the campaign to give the species greater legal protection. Zoe Crowther speaks to the author and former political adviser about why a close hunting season for hares is long overdue
Labour Believe They Can Win Back Green Voters After Holborn And St Pancras By-Election
Political parties
Labour Believe They Can Win Back Green Voters After Holborn And St Pancras By-Election
Labour figures believe the Holborn and St Pancras by-election result has punctured the idea that Zack Polanski’s Greens are an unstoppable force on the left, but they remain cautious about how far it can be extrapolated to the rest of the country.
Former Green Co-Leader Says Party Brand Suffering From 'Toxicity'
Political parties
Former Green Co-Leader Says Party Brand Suffering From "Toxicity"
Exclusive: A former leader of the Green Party has slammed the by-election result, claiming it will “demand some serious soul searching” in the aftermath of a huge swell of support for the party in the last year.
Labour Win Holborn and St Pancras By-Election
Political parties
Labour Win Holborn and St Pancras By-Election
Labour has retained the Holborn and St Pancras seat and dealt a major blow to Green Party leader Zack Polanski.
Pollsters Warn Tory Optimism Doesn't Reflect Political Reality
Political parties
Pollsters Warn Tory Optimism Doesn't Reflect Political Reality
The mood was upbeat at Conservative Party conference, but pollsters agree the Tories have a long way to go to win again.
Tories Risk Falling Into Burnham's Brexit 'Trap', Warns Andy Street
Brexit
Tories Risk Falling Into Burnham's Brexit "Trap", Warns Andy Street
The Conservatives risk falling into a "trap" set by Andy Burnham on relations with the European Union, former Tory mayor Andy Street has warned.
Tory London Mayoral Hopeful Wants To Ban Loudspeaker Calls And Music On The Tube
Transport
Tory London Mayoral Hopeful Wants To Ban Loudspeaker Calls And Music On The Tube
A Tory in the running to be the party's London mayoral candidate has said he wants to ban playing music out loud on public transport.
Kemi Badenoch Pledges To Cut Inheritance Tax If Tories Win Next Election
Political parties
Kemi Badenoch Pledges To Cut Inheritance Tax If Tories Win Next Election
Kemi Badenoch pledged to scrap inheritance tax on family homes in a conference speech that sought to present the Conservatives as the party of the economy.
Inside Prosper UK's Mission To Pull The Tories Towards The Centre
Political parties
Inside Prosper UK's Mission To Pull The Tories Towards The Centre
Prosper UK is on a mission to pull politics – and the Conservative Party – in a centre-right direction. Will it succeed? Noah Vickers reports
London Tories Call For 'Conversation' On Ending Sadiq Khan's Free School Meal Scheme
Education
London Tories Call For "Conversation" On Ending Sadiq Khan's Free School Meal Scheme
Senior London Conservatives have called for a “conversation” about scrapping Sadiq Khan’s free school meal programme if the party wins the mayoral election in 2028.
'Look Like A New Party': How The Tories Plan To Win Back Under-45s
Political parties
"Look Like A New Party": How The Tories Plan To Win Back Under-45s
The Tories will need to win back younger voters if they are ever going to govern again. Zoe Crowther finds the party is staking it all on being seen as the best chance they have to get a good job and home
Douglas Lumsden: 'I Don't Care About Shadow Cabinet Positions'
Environment
Douglas Lumsden: "I Don't Care About Shadow Cabinet Positions"
Parliament’s newest Conservative MP, Douglas Lumsden, talks to Noah Vickers about winning an overlooked by-election and his fight for Scotland’s oil and gas industry
Former Prison Governor Ian Acheson: The Public Is Right To Be Outraged By Early Release Schemes
Home affairs
Former Prison Governor Ian Acheson: The Public Is Right To Be Outraged By Early Release Schemes
In a searing critique, former prison governor Ian Acheson says the public is right to be outraged by early release schemes and overcrowding is being used to cover up entrenched administrative and political failure
The Greens Look To Get Serious On The Economy
Economy
The Greens Look To Get Serious On The Economy
Green Party figures are wrestling with a question: how can they demonstrate economic credibility while maintaining their radical edge?
Alex Burghart: I Tell Kemi When I Disagree With Her (But She's Normally Right)
Political parties
Alex Burghart: I Tell Kemi When I Disagree With Her (But She's Normally Right)
Conservative deputy leader Alex Burghart speaks to Noah Vickers about his friendship with Kemi Badenoch, whether his party is still a broad church, and the need for change in Northern Ireland.
The K-Team: Kemi Badenoch Is Rebuilding The Tories In Her Image
Political parties
The K-Team: Kemi Badenoch Is Rebuilding The Tories In Her Image
Kemi Badenoch is more popular than her party. Harriet Symonds reports on her efforts to remake it in her image – and what her colleagues really think of that endeavour. Illustrations by Tracy Worrall
Green Councils Fight For Drug Consumption Rooms
Health
Green Councils Fight For Drug Consumption Rooms
The Green Party’s success in English local elections has put fresh impetus behind efforts to follow Scotland in providing safer drug consumption facilities to addicts. Matilda Martin investigates
Vote Green To Push Labour Left, Says Zack Polanski
Political parties
Vote Green To Push Labour Left, Says Zack Polanski
Zack Polanski has urged people to keep voting for the Greens to force Labour into more left-wing positions.
The Risks Of Burnham's EU Push
Foreign affairs
The Risks Of Burnham's EU Push
Andy Burnham opening the door to rejoining the European Union has been well-received by large parts of the Labour Party. But starting a new debate about Brexit is not without risk.
There Is Too Much Westminster 'Doomerism' About Artificial Intelligence, Says AI Minister
Technology
There Is Too Much Westminster "Doomerism" About Artificial Intelligence, Says AI Minister
The AI minister has said the government must find a middle ground between “boomerism” and “doomerism” on artificial intelligence.
How Zack Polanski's Greens Are Dealing With Their Andy Burnham Problem
Political parties
How Zack Polanski's Greens Are Dealing With Their Andy Burnham Problem
Zack Polanski reshaped the Greens into a populist left party, which worked well against Keir Starmer. Andy Burnham is now threatening to take that argument away. Sienna Rodgers reports
'Platforms Will Push Back': Forcing Public Service Media Onto The Online World
Culture
"Platforms Will Push Back": Forcing Public Service Media Onto The Online World
In making the case for trustworthy news in the digital age, the government may force online platforms to carry public service media. Ros Taylor explores whether the proposal is workable
Labour Council Rules Out Challenging Government Over London Funding Cuts
Communities
Labour Council Rules Out Challenging Government Over London Funding Cuts
A Labour-run London borough has ruled out joining the Conservatives in challenging the government over council funding cuts after receiving legal advice.
'I Often Worry It Will Be Me': Are We Doing Enough To Protect Politicians?
Parliament
"I Often Worry It Will Be Me": Are We Doing Enough To Protect Politicians?
Ann Widdecombe was the third UK politician to have been murdered in a decade. Zoe Crowther and Hattie Simpson investigate the efforts to protect those in public life
Professor Brian Cox Left Hopeful By “Excellent” Burnham Conference Speech
Political parties
Professor Brian Cox Left Hopeful By “Excellent” Burnham Conference Speech
TV physicist and former popstar Professor Brian Cox has expressed his support for Andy Burnham’s “excellent” Labour conference speech in its “message of hope and potential”.
Starmer Loyalists Keep Their Heads Down At Calm Party Conference
Political parties
Starmer Loyalists Keep Their Heads Down At Calm Party Conference
Party conferences are often a forum for rows and plotting, but Labour's event in Liverpool passed by with barely a whiff of rancour, as allies of Keir Starmer stayed away or kept their powder dry for battles ahead.
Dame Sally Powell's Campaign For Free Home Care, In Memory Of Iain Coleman
Health
Dame Sally Powell's Campaign For Free Home Care, In Memory Of Iain Coleman
As a council leader, the late Labour MP Iain Coleman made his London borough the only place in England where care at home is free. Then he needed it. Ben Gartside speaks to his widow, Dame Sally Powell, about her campaign to secure reform
Andy Burnham Says He Will Scrap Triple Lock To Fund Social Care After General Election
Political parties
Andy Burnham Says He Will Scrap Triple Lock To Fund Social Care After General Election
Andy Burnham has pledged to reform the pension triple lock after the next general election to fund a new social care system.
The Choices Facing Burnham's Government On Water
Environment
The Choices Facing Burnham's Government On Water
Campaigning in Makerfield, Andy Burnham threatened Thames Water with public ownership – but has not so far followed through. Ben Gartside reports on a decision that will define his approach to privately owned suppliers of public goods.
'Status Quo Not An Option': Defra Secretary Hints At Action On Thames Water
Environment
"Status Quo Not An Option": Defra Secretary Hints At Action On Thames Water
Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Angela Eagle has hinted that government action on Thames Water is coming, telling PoliticsHome that "the status quo is not an option".
John Healey Pledges 'Fiscal Discipline' And Hints At Welfare Reform
Economy
John Healey Pledges "Fiscal Discipline" And Hints At Welfare Reform
The Chancellor has pledged "fiscal discipline" and hinted at future welfare reform, arguing it is "not progressive to allow a bigger and bigger benefits bill".
Unison's Andrea Egan: I'm Not Rejoining Labour Until The Party Inspires Me
Economy
Unison's Andrea Egan: I'm Not Rejoining Labour Until The Party Inspires Me
Unison general secretary Andrea Egan is nine months into the job. She talks to Sienna Rodgers about Andy Burnham’s promise to unions, why she is not a Labour member and her pledge to take a social worker’s salary.