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School year groups could form separate ‘bubbles’ as Education Secretary spells out plan for September reopening
School year groups could form separate ‘bubbles’ as Education Secretary spells out plan for September reopening
Coronavirus
School year groups could be kept apart in separate “bubbles” under government plans to get children in England back into the classroom in September.
Exclusive: Boris Johnson urged to overhaul ‘intimidating’ public service complaints set-up in wake of coronavirus pandemic
Coronavirus
Exclusive: Boris Johnson urged to overhaul ‘intimidating’ public service complaints set-up in wake of coronavirus pandemic
Boris Johnson denies ‘lost week’ in imposing Leicester lockdown amid PMQs clash with Keir Starmer
Coronavirus
Boris Johnson denies ‘lost week’ in imposing Leicester lockdown amid PMQs clash with Keir Starmer
US is ‘undermining’ coronavirus response by buying up global supply of Remdesivir drug, minister claims
Coronavirus
US is ‘undermining’ coronavirus response by buying up global supply of Remdesivir drug, minister claims
Analysis: Boris Johnson’s 'New Deal' is merely an attempt to shore up the Red Wall using Rooseveltian tactics
Coronavirus
Analysis: Boris Johnson’s 'New Deal' is merely an attempt to shore up the Red Wall using Rooseveltian tactics
At a glance: Everything Boris Johnson pledged in his £5bn ‘New Deal’ for Britain
Coronavirus
At a glance: Everything Boris Johnson pledged in his £5bn ‘New Deal’ for Britain
Boris Johnson says UK should clap for bankers as well as the NHS
Coronavirus
Boris Johnson says UK should clap for bankers as well as the NHS
The House Live
Will lifting the lockdown now contribute to a second wave of coronavirus? Member content
Coronavirus
By Dods Monitoring
Will lifting the lockdown now contribute to a second wave of coronavirus?
Boris Johnson says he wants a Roosevelt-style coronavirus recovery. If he’s serious he’ll give unions a seat at the table
Coronavirus
By Frances O'Grady
Boris Johnson says he wants a Roosevelt-style coronavirus recovery. If he’s serious he’ll give unions a seat at the table
The Government's obesity strategy must support people to change their lifestyles Member content
Coronavirus
By Slimming World
The Government's obesity strategy must support people to change their lifestyles
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China should be removed from UK’s 5G and nuclear power networks amid Hong Kong row, say Labour
China should be removed from UK’s 5G and nuclear power networks amid Hong Kong row, say Labour
Foreign affairs
Boris Johnson says three million Hong Kongers can come to UK as he accuses Beijing of ‘clear and serious breach’ of China-UK agreement
Boris Johnson says three million Hong Kongers can come to UK as he accuses Beijing of ‘clear and serious breach’ of China-UK agreement
Foreign affairs
Boris Johnson denies ‘lost week’ in imposing Leicester lockdown amid PMQs clash with Keir Starmer
Boris Johnson denies ‘lost week’ in imposing Leicester lockdown amid PMQs clash with Keir Starmer
Coronavirus
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Analysis: Labour’s uneasy truce ends in explosive fashion as Keir Starmer sacks Rebecca Long-Bailey — and piles pressure on Boris Johnson
Coronavirus
Analysis: Labour’s uneasy truce ends in explosive fashion as Keir Starmer sacks Rebecca Long-Bailey — and piles pressure on Boris Johnson
Maybe it was the scale of the election defeat, the gravity of the coronavirus pandemic, or just a good old-fashioned comradely desire for unity after years of vicious Labour in-fighting.
Committee on Climate Change chair Lord Deben on why it would be ‘stupid’ not to use the coronavirus recovery to go for net zero
Coronavirus
By Eleanor Langford
Committee on Climate Change chair Lord Deben on why it would be ‘stupid’ not to use the coronavirus recovery to go for net zero
As lockdown is lifted, ministers are grappling with how to safeguard the British economy amid forecasts of a crippling recession. Meanwhile, the promised “defining year of action” on climate change has slipped out of focus. But could the government ease the effect the pandemic and advance its climate goals in one fell swoop?
No car-crash interviews, bad sandwiches or warm wine: what political insiders really think about the cancellation of party conference
Coronavirus
No car-crash interviews, bad sandwiches or warm wine: what political insiders really think about the cancellation of party conference
September is a big month in the Westminster calendar. Each autumn sees politicos in their droves pack their weekend bags, don their lanyards and stock up on Lemsip in a bid to stave off the dreaded conference cold.
Coronavirus news
Coronavirus
By Mineral Products Association
Increased borrowing is not the best response to the current crisis
Loans increase costs at a time when reduced demand requires lower costs, says MPA.
Coronavirus
By National Federation of Builders
Chancellor unveils further support for SMEs
The Chancellor, Rishi Sunak has announced further steps that the Government will take to support the economy in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
Coronavirus: Ministers under pressure to provide help for renters and insecure workers
Coronavirus
Coronavirus: Ministers under pressure to provide help for renters and insecure workers
Ministers are facing increasing calls to provide support for renters, the self-employed and people facing redundancy affected by the coronavirus outbreak.
The nation’s health is key. But safeguarding businesses and jobs is also a priority
Coronavirus
By John Redwood MP
The nation’s health is key. But safeguarding businesses and jobs is also a priority
Combatting coronavirus must include financial assistance from the Government to help businesses keep their current staff.
After the Coronavirus crisis passes, town deals should form a vital part of the recovery
Coronavirus
By Baroness Valentine
After the Coronavirus crisis passes, town deals should form a vital part of the recovery
Let’s use the town deals to spread the regenerative seaside spirit and unlock a new entrepreneurial culture to spread wealth and opportunity – or to coin a phrase - ‘level up’ for all.
Coronavirus
By IPSE
IPSE: Government has “done the sensible thing” by delaying IR35
The government has “done the sensible thing” by delaying the changes to IR35 in the private sector, IPSE (the Association of Independent Professionals and the Self-Employed) has said.
Coronavirus: Lengthy court trials to be put on hold as ministers unveil sweeping new powers
Coronavirus
Coronavirus: Lengthy court trials to be put on hold as ministers unveil sweeping new powers
Criminal trials in England and Wales will be put on hold under emergency powers being brought in by ministers to tackle the coronavirus outbreak.
France criticises UK response to coronavirus as European Union seals its borders to fight outbreak
Coronavirus
France criticises UK response to coronavirus as European Union seals its borders to fight outbreak
France has criticised the UK's response to the coronavirus crisis - as the European Union announced a ban on travellers from beyond its borders in an attempt to control the outbreak.
Rishi Sunak unveils £350bn bailout to help businesses and workers hit by coronavirus crisis
Coronavirus
Rishi Sunak unveils £350bn bailout to help businesses and workers hit by coronavirus crisis
Rishi Sunak has unveiled a £350 billion Treasury bailout to help workers and businesses facing economic ruin as a result of the coronavirus crisis.
Member content
Coronavirus
By Mineral Products Association
MPA calls for a ‘cash bridge’ during crisis
The Mineral Products Association has today written to the Chancellor of the Exchequer calling for greater support for businesses during the Covid-19 epidemic.
Patrick Vallance says keeping coronavirus death toll below 20,000 would be 'good outcome'
Coronavirus
Patrick Vallance says keeping coronavirus death toll below 20,000 would be 'good outcome'
The government's Chief Scientific Adviser has said keeping the coronavirus death toll in the UK to less than 20,000 would be "a good outcome".
Member content
Coronavirus
By National Federation of Builders
NFB issues words of warning following the Governments 16 March daily COVID-19 briefing
The National Federation of Builders (NFB) recognises the need for the Government’s daily briefings about the Coronavirus.
Brits advised not to go abroad for 30 days over coronavirus outbreak
Coronavirus
Brits advised not to go abroad for 30 days over coronavirus outbreak
Brits are being advised by the Government not to go abroad for 30 days to help contain the coronavirus outbreak.
Member content
Coronavirus
By Bar Council
Bar Council calls on Ministry of Justice to urgently halt jury trials
The Bar Council believes it is vital that the justice system functions as far as possible but putting people’s health at risk in our courts when this is avoidable, must stop immediately.
Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden becomes latest cabinet minister to self-isolate amid coronavirus outbreak
Coronavirus
Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden becomes latest cabinet minister to self-isolate amid coronavirus outbreak
Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden has become the second cabinet minister forced to self-isolate as the coronavirus spreads across the country.
Boris Johnson's dad says he would flout coronavirus advice and go to the pub
Coronavirus
Boris Johnson's dad says he would flout coronavirus advice and go to the pub
Boris Johnson's father has said he would still “go to a pub” despite Government advice to avoid going out amid the coronavirus outbreak.
Boris Johnson urged to commit billions to businesses in coronavirus 'wartime' response
Coronavirus
Boris Johnson urged to commit billions to businesses in coronavirus 'wartime' response
Boris Johnson must treat the coronavirus outbreak as a “wartime situation” and offer billions of pounds more to help businesses survive the crisis, the official public spending watchdog has said.
Member content
Coronavirus
By British Safety Council
Free training courses to help you stay safe working from home during Coronavirus
“It’s our job to help people stay safe and look after their mental well-being when they work from home” says British Safety Council.
Parliament's public galleries closed as Speakers move to shield MPs and peers from coronavirus
Coronavirus
Parliament's public galleries closed as Speakers move to shield MPs and peers from coronavirus
Parliament's public galleries have been closed and MPs are being urged to work from home in a bid to limit the impact of the coronavirus on Britain's democratic institutions.
Jeremy Corbyn claims Boris Johnson's 'poor communication' has made coronavirus crisis worse
Coronavirus
Jeremy Corbyn claims Boris Johnson's 'poor communication' has made coronavirus crisis worse
Boris Johnson's "poor communication" has undermined public confidence in the UK's coronavirus response, Jeremy Corbyn has claimed.
We need contingencies to mitigate the delay to Brexit negotiations as a result of COVID-19
Coronavirus
By Baroness Hayter
We need contingencies to mitigate the delay to Brexit negotiations as a result of COVID-19
This pandemic risks major disruption to Brexit negotiations. MPs need to understand any differences this stalling will make
Coronavirus: Rishi Sunak prepares fresh economic bailout as crisis deepens
Coronavirus
Coronavirus: Rishi Sunak prepares fresh economic bailout as crisis deepens
Rishi Sunak will beef up the financial support offered to businesses hit by the coronavirus amid calls to avoid a "catastrophic" hit to the economy.
Boris Johnson orders Brits to end 'non-essential contact' with others as coronavirus crisis deepens
Coronavirus
Boris Johnson orders Brits to end 'non-essential contact' with others as coronavirus crisis deepens
Boris Johnson has called on British people to end all "non-essential contact" with others, cancel unnecessary travel and consider working from home in an attempt to tackle the coronavirus.
The Coronavirus pandemic will shape the nature of our longer term digital future
Coronavirus
By Chi Onwurah MP
The Coronavirus pandemic will shape the nature of our longer term digital future
The Coronavirus pandemic will shape the nature of our longer term digital future. Ultimately, the only way to protect our digital citizens in the long run is to deliver on digital rights in a digital charter
EventsAll
Tackling Homelessness and Rough Sleeping: Developing a Local, Diverse and Multi-Agency Approach
2020
Central London
Tackling Homelessness and Rough Sleeping: Developing a Local, Diverse and Multi-Agency Approach
Social Mobility and the Pupil Premium: Tackling the Attainment Gap
2020
Central London
Social Mobility and the Pupil Premium: Tackling the Attainment Gap
Planning Policy Reforms Under the New Government
2020
Central London
Planning Policy Reforms Under the New Government
Meeting the Challenge of APP Targets: Boosting Student Access, Participation and Outcomes
2020
Central London
Meeting the Challenge of APP Targets: Boosting Student Access, Participation and Outcomes