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Rishi Sunak urged to pump £200bn into the economy and hand everyone a £500 voucher in wake of ‘unprecedented’ coronavirus crisis
Rishi Sunak urged to pump £200bn into the economy and hand everyone a £500 voucher in wake of ‘unprecedented’ coronavirus crisis
Coronavirus
Rishi Sunak is being urged to match the “unprecedented” coronavirus pandemic with a £200bn recovery package which would include £500 high street vouchers for everybody.
Rishi Sunak promises ‘eco-friendly economic recovery’ with £3bn injection for green jobs
Coronavirus
Rishi Sunak promises ‘eco-friendly economic recovery’ with £3bn injection for green jobs
Tory ex-advisers urge Rishi Sunak to scrap fiscal rule and focus on ‘jobs, jobs, jobs’
Coronavirus
Tory ex-advisers urge Rishi Sunak to scrap fiscal rule and focus on ‘jobs, jobs, jobs’
Rishi Sunak to offer £1,000 bonus to firms who train young people in bid to prevent unemployment crisis
Coronavirus
Rishi Sunak to offer £1,000 bonus to firms who train young people in bid to prevent unemployment crisis
Boris Johnson unveils £1.5 billion rescue package for arts and heritage venues amid coronavirus crisis
Coronavirus
Boris Johnson unveils £1.5 billion rescue package for arts and heritage venues amid coronavirus crisis
Those with 'broadest shoulders' should bear brunt if taxes rise following coronavirus crisis, says Anneliese Dodds
Coronavirus
Those with 'broadest shoulders' should bear brunt if taxes rise following coronavirus crisis, says Anneliese Dodds
'Conservatism is going back to the future': inside the Tory battle to regenerate in the wake of coronavirus
Economy
By Sebastian Whale
'Conservatism is going back to the future': inside the Tory battle to regenerate in the wake of coronavirus
The House Live
Will Rishi Sunak bail out Boris Johnson and show the environmental ambition we’ve all been waiting for?
Environment
By Anna McMorrin MP
Will Rishi Sunak bail out Boris Johnson and show the environmental ambition we’ve all been waiting for?
The UK’s ports are key to rebuilding the economy Commercial
Coronavirus
By Associated British Ports
The UK’s ports are key to rebuilding the economy
It is time for the Chancellor to speed up rail projects Member content
Economy
By Railway Industry Association
It is time for the Chancellor to speed up rail projects
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Tory MP Mark Francois tells head of the army to overhaul defence or Dominic Cummings will ‘sort you out’
Tory MP Mark Francois tells head of the army to overhaul defence or Dominic Cummings will ‘sort you out’
Defence
Former Labour MP Laura Pidcock ordered to pay back thousands by Commons watchdog over ‘party-political’ letters
Former Labour MP Laura Pidcock ordered to pay back thousands by Commons watchdog over ‘party-political’ letters
Political parties
‘Rough sex’ defence set to be banned after MPs back bid to change ‘chilling’ law
‘Rough sex’ defence set to be banned after MPs back bid to change ‘chilling’ law
Home affairs
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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?
The Breakfast Briefing: Lockdown Britain sees economy plummet PLUS Brexit u-turn imminent
Coronavirus
The Breakfast Briefing: Lockdown Britain sees economy plummet PLUS Brexit u-turn imminent
Your essential morning guide to what’s moving in Westminster.
How will we recover from the coronavirus crisis if we can’t trust Boris Johnson to do the right thing?
Coronavirus
By Darren Jones MP
How will we recover from the coronavirus crisis if we can’t trust Boris Johnson to do the right thing?
Public confidence is plummeting. We need a clear and coherent strategy to lift the lockdown and get our workers, businesses and consumers on the road to recovery
Economy news
Improving the energy efficiency of our homes is central to a green recovery
Coronavirus
By Wera Hobhouse MP
Improving the energy efficiency of our homes is central to a green recovery
Investing in improving the energy efficiency of our homes has the potential to create desperately needed jobs, as well as helping to achieve a carbon zero future, protecting our planet for future generations.
Millions ‘falling through the gaps’ of coronavirus support, MPs warn
Coronavirus
Millions ‘falling through the gaps’ of coronavirus support, MPs warn
Over a million people are facing financial hardship amid the coronavirus pandemic because of “critical gaps” in government support, MPs have warned.
No two-metre rule lifting until at least July 4, Boris Johnson suggests as shops reopen
Coronavirus
No two-metre rule lifting until at least July 4, Boris Johnson suggests as shops reopen
There will be no lifting of the two-metre social distancing rule before July 4, Boris Johnson has suggested as shops across Britain reopened after months of lockdown.
What might a green recovery from Covid-19 look like?
Coronavirus
By Dods Monitoring
What might a green recovery from Covid-19 look like?
The term ‘green recovery’ has gained increasing traction as the economic fallout from Covid-19 has become apparent. As the economy entered a slump, there were increasing pressures from campaigners, think tanks, Whitehall and now even royalty (Prince Charles) for the Government to prioritise low carbon solutions in the UK’s economic recovery.
Coronavirus
By Mineral Wool Insulation Manufacturers Association
Green recovery is impossible without tackling Britain’s leaky homes and buildings, coalition of leading business groups warns
Tackling the UK’s leaky housing and building stock must be a central part of the UK’s stimulus to recover from Covid-19, says the collaboration of leading cross-industry organisations and businesses, The Energy Efficiency Infrastructure Group.
Britain suffers record 20% hit to GDP as coronavirus economic crisis takes hold
Coronavirus
Britain suffers record 20% hit to GDP as coronavirus economic crisis takes hold
Britain’s economy has suffered the largest monthly contraction on record as the coronavirus sent vast swathes of the country into shutdown, new figures show.
Coronavirus: UK on the brink of youth unemployment crisis, TUC warns
Coronavirus
Coronavirus: UK on the brink of youth unemployment crisis, TUC warns
The UK is on the brink of a youth unemployment crisis thanks to the coronavirus pandemic, union chiefs have warned.
The Breakfast Briefing: Boris Johnson faces Tory two metre pressure as Keir Starmer demands schools plan
Coronavirus
The Breakfast Briefing: Boris Johnson faces Tory two metre pressure as Keir Starmer demands schools plan
Your essential morning guide to what’s moving in Westminster.
Coronavirus
By Chartered Institute of Building
Delay in VAT rule change gives construction firms room to breathe amid Covid-19
The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has welcomed the Government's announcement that the start of the 'reverse charge' rule for VAT payments for construction services will be pushed back from October 2020 to March 2021, giving the industry breathing space amid Covid-19.
Explained: Which workers have been worst hit by coronavirus?
Coronavirus
By House of Commons Library
Explained: Which workers have been worst hit by coronavirus?
Everyone’s lives have been affected by Covid-19, but some much more so than others. The House of Commons Library explains the economic impact on different workers and demographics
Policy to decarbonise home heating must be fairer in wake of Covid-19 crisis, says OFTEC
Coronavirus
By OFTEC
Policy to decarbonise home heating must be fairer in wake of Covid-19 crisis, says OFTEC
As the UK begins to emerge from the Covid-19 crisis, government must not waste the opportunity to ensure future heat policy is greener and fairer, says OFTEC.
Coronavirus: Number 10 vows ‘strong and swift’ economic recovery as OECD warns Britain will be worst-hit
Coronavirus
Coronavirus: Number 10 vows ‘strong and swift’ economic recovery as OECD warns Britain will be worst-hit
Number 10 has vowed to push for a “strong and swift” recovery from the coronavirus downturn as the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development predicted Britain could be worst-hit among G7 nations.
Coronavirus
By The Packaging Debate
Packaging innovates for Covid 19
From corrugated to tray thermoforming to injection moulding the world’s packaging sectors have had to adapt to Covid 19. The UK has been no exception.
Coronavirus
By National Federation of Builders
NFB calls for major reform of CITB and no delay to consensus
Following mounting concerns from members, the National Executive Board of the National Federation of Builders (NFB) has unanimously called for major reforms to the CITB in order to support skills in the sector.
After coronavirus, we need a Green New Deal to deliver full employment fast
Coronavirus
By Liam Byrne MP
After coronavirus, we need a Green New Deal to deliver full employment fast
Instead of restoring the economy of old, we need to replace it with something better. Here are five big steps for a just, clean, green future.
Coronavirus: Leisure centres could shut their doors forever without government help, councils warn
Coronavirus
Coronavirus: Leisure centres could shut their doors forever without government help, councils warn
Leisure centres across the country could be forced to close their doors forever unless the Government comes up with an emergency support package, ministers have been warned.
Boris Johnson says safari parks and zoos to reopen in latest lockdown easing move
Coronavirus
Boris Johnson says safari parks and zoos to reopen in latest lockdown easing move
Safari parks and zoos in England will be allowed to reopen next week under new plans to ease lockdown restrictions, Boris Johnson is set to announce.
Shops given green light to reopen to help high streets ‘spring back to life’, Alok Sharma confirms
Coronavirus
Shops given green light to reopen to help high streets ‘spring back to life’, Alok Sharma confirms
Non-essential shops will be able to reopen in England next week in a bid to help high streets “spring back to life”, Alok Sharma has confirmed.
Insolvency changes today must not store up problems for tomorrow
Coronavirus
By Lucy Powell MP
Insolvency changes today must not store up problems for tomorrow
The reforms in the Insolvency Bill are only a small part of the rescue and recovery package that businesses need to come through the pandemic.
Women still face barriers in the UK Armed Forces - here is how to overcome them
Defence
By Sarah Atherton MP
Women still face barriers in the UK Armed Forces - here is how to overcome them
Women can serve across all roles in the Armed Forces. But to cement this progress we must tackle the remaining hurdles to truly unlock the full potential of female service personnel
Liz Truss hails ‘historic moment’ as Britain and Japan start post-Brexit trade talks
Brexit
Liz Truss hails ‘historic moment’ as Britain and Japan start post-Brexit trade talks
Liz Truss has said the start of post-Brexit trade talks between Britain and Japan represents an “historic moment” for the two countries.
Poll shows public would back temporary suspension of Sunday trading curbs as Boris Johnson mulls economic recovery plan
Coronavirus
Poll shows public would back temporary suspension of Sunday trading curbs as Boris Johnson mulls economic recovery plan
Voters would back a temporary easing of Sunday trading laws in a bid to help the retail sector recover from the coronavirus pandemic, a new poll suggests.
We’re shovel ready – It’s time to unleash the power of Full Fibre Commercial
Economy
By Openreach
We’re shovel ready – It’s time to unleash the power of Full Fibre
If we’re looking for shovel-ready projects to boost the UK’s economic bounce back, it’s time to unleash the power of Full Fibre broadband.
Boris Johnson ‘mulls crackdown on Chinese takeovers’ amid row over Huawei and Hong Kong
Defence
Boris Johnson ‘mulls crackdown on Chinese takeovers’ amid row over Huawei and Hong Kong
Boris Johnson is reportedly planning a crackdown on foreign takeovers that may pose a risk to the UK’s national security amid mounting Tory concern about the role of China.
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