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Labour MP Calls For Sweeping Gambling Reforms Fit For The 'Modern Internet Age'
Labour MP Calls For Sweeping Gambling Reforms Fit For The "Modern Internet Age"
Communities
Labour MP Alex Ballinger has said that the government move to introduce a statutory levy on gambling is a “drop in the ocean” to tackle the harms caused by betting firms to some of the most vulnerable people in society.
London Councils Urge Capital's MPs To Oppose Local Funding Reforms
Communities
London Councils Urge Capital's MPs To Oppose Local Funding Reforms
The international fightback against dangerous products sold online Partner content
Communities
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The international fightback against dangerous products sold online
Downing Street Pushes For Progress In Compromise Talks With Welfare Rebels
Economy
Downing Street Pushes For Progress In Compromise Talks With Welfare Rebels
Labour Must Deliver On NHS and Cost Of Living To Have Chance Of Retaining Power, Says Leading Pollster
Health
Labour Must Deliver On NHS and Cost Of Living To Have Chance Of Retaining Power, Says Leading Pollster
Keir Starmer Faces An Increasingly Fractious Labour Party
Economy
Keir Starmer Faces An Increasingly Fractious Labour Party
Reeves Urged To Open Door To US Business Talent Fleeing Trump
Economy
Reeves Urged To Open Door To US Business Talent Fleeing Trump
Opinion
Politicians need the courage to reject silver bullets like a wealth tax
Economy
By Josh Simons MP
Politicians need the courage to reject silver bullets like a wealth tax
The welfare bill still forces people into poverty – we must remove the cuts entirely
Health
By Neil Duncan-Jordan MP
The welfare bill still forces people into poverty – we must remove the cuts entirely
After the Industrial Strategy: decarbonisation, not deindustrialisation? Partner content
Environment
By Mineral Products Association
After the Industrial Strategy: decarbonisation, not deindustrialisation?
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Reform MP's Caseworker Suspended Following Assault Charge
Reform MP's Caseworker Suspended Following Assault Charge
Political parties
UK Space Commander: 'Highly Likely' First Assault On UK Will Be In Space
UK Space Commander: "Highly Likely" First Assault On UK Will Be In Space
Defence
Islamophobia Working Group Chair Says Definition May Be Unnecessary
Islamophobia Working Group Chair Says Definition May Be Unnecessary
Communities
'Young Women's Bodies Are Not Resources To Be Mined': MPs Back Changes To Egg Donation Rules
"Young Women's Bodies Are Not Resources To Be Mined": MPs Back Changes To Egg Donation Rules
Health
Women in Westminster: In Conversation With Sharon Gaffka Partner content
Women in Westminster: In Conversation With Sharon Gaffka
By Total Politics Impact
Social affairs
Labour MP Calls For Sweeping Gambling Reforms Fit For The 'Modern Internet Age'
Labour MP Calls For Sweeping Gambling Reforms Fit For The "Modern Internet Age"
Communities
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Looking For Growth's Lawrence Newport On Death Threats, Dominic Cummings And Defeating Blockers
Communities
Looking For Growth's Lawrence Newport On Death Threats, Dominic Cummings And Defeating Blockers
Bad boys of Brexit, move over: the good guys of growth are here. Sienna Rodgers talks to Looking For Growth co-founder Lawrence Newport who wants to ban planning delays just like he outlawed the XL Bully
Equity's Paul W Fleming: Labour AI Plan For Creatives Would 'Legalise Theft'
Culture
Equity's Paul W Fleming: Labour AI Plan For Creatives Would "Legalise Theft"
Equity general secretary Paul W Fleming tells Sienna Rodgers about the threat of AI and his frustration with the government’s ‘very, very, very disappointing’ approach to the creative industries
Troubled Waters – The Many Struggles Of The Canal And River Trust
Environment
Troubled Waters – The Many Struggles Of The Canal And River Trust
Over a decade ago, the government decided to place many of England and Wales’ inland waterways in the hands of the Canal & River Trust. As it struggles with increasing financial pressure and a furious row with part of the boating community, has the experiment failed? Alan White investigates. Illustrations by Tracy Worrall
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The real university challenge: creating a knowledge economy for all Partner content
Education
By Sheffield Hallam University
The real university challenge: creating a knowledge economy for all
Above all, universities are institutions grounded in place: we talk of the University of Oxford, the University of Liverpool. My own university – Sheffield Hallam – proudly declares its affiliation to a great city and its historic region. And universities have been great drivers of prosperity for their places.
A critical enabler: How technology is helping the UK thrive Partner content
Education
By BT
A critical enabler: How technology is helping the UK thrive
The world is transforming at an incredible pace – and even more so since the raft of change the pandemic brought to all our lives. If you’re not able to embrace the latest technology, you’ll either be outcompeted, out of business, or out of luck.
The economy made Britain great once – with the right government action, it can again
Economy
By John Longworth
The economy made Britain great once – with the right government action, it can again
The Prime Minister and Chancellor are scheduled to make a statement ostensibly about economic policy.
Green Freeport status in the Scottish Highlands could speed up a just transition to net zero Partner content
Environment
By Opportunity Cromarty Firth
Green Freeport status in the Scottish Highlands could speed up a just transition to net zero
If the Port of Cromarty Firth is given Green Freeport status, it would help attract more than £2.5billion worth of private investment, delivering a range of local and national benefits.
The Northern Ireland Protocol Bill should be scrapped – a trade war with the EU would harm us all
Brexit
By Philippa Whitford MP
The Northern Ireland Protocol Bill should be scrapped – a trade war with the EU would harm us all
The UK government’s Northern Ireland Protocol Bill has now begun its journey through Parliament. If passed, it will unilaterally set aside significant sections of the Protocol – breaching international law and risking a trade war in the middle of a cost of living crisis.
The Path to Net Zero - A Net Zero Week Special Edition
Environment
By Dods Impact
The Path to Net Zero - A Net Zero Week Special Edition
The latest issue of The House magazine includes a special report on the path to net zero to celebrate Net Zero Week 2022, bringing together politicians, businesses, and consumers. We explore a series of practical ideas and solutions on how we can all play our role to make net zero a reality across all walks of life.
National recognition for Sellafield's apprentice scheme Partner content
Economy
By Sellafield Ltd
National recognition for Sellafield's apprentice scheme
Sellafield Ltd has been listed in the top 100 apprentice employers in England for 2022.
Why the Catapult Network is a trailblazer for a new energy future Partner content
Economy
By Catapult Network
Why the Catapult Network is a trailblazer for a new energy future
Philip New left the position of CEO for the Energy Systems Catapult recently. Here he looks back on it becoming a critical part in the UK’s energy jigsaw – and what the future may hold.
Partner content
Culture
By Advertising Association
UK CELEBRATES SUCCESS AT CANNES LIONS
UK remains in top three most awarded countries at the festival. 41 UK advertising companies took part in a trade mission
Where Are They Now? Heidi Allen
Communities
By Laura Hutchinson, Head of UK Political Intelligence
Where Are They Now? Heidi Allen
Heidi Allen, Conservative, Change UK and Liberal Democrat MP for South Cambridgeshire 2015 – 2019
Partner content
Economy
By Chartered Institute of Building
New CIOB President, Michael Yam, makes sustainable construction number one priority
Countering the cost-of-living crisis – some quick fixes
Economy
By Lord Allen of Kensington
Countering the cost-of-living crisis – some quick fixes
The government needs to move fast to advert a catastrophic decline in the life chances and life expectancy of the poorest in our society. A decline that will take years to reverse and a decline that will see deep division and derision between the well-off and the poor.
More responsible debt collection from government will ensure low-income households benefit from support
Economy
By Stephen Crabb MP
More responsible debt collection from government will ensure low-income households benefit from support
The most vulnerable households are still being forced to repay debts at an eye-watering rate.
Government cannot afford to rush scrutiny of Australia trade deal
Economy
By Angus MacNeil MP
Government cannot afford to rush scrutiny of Australia trade deal
Much has been written about the “good chaps” theory of government, under which the so-called UK constitution is meant to run, namely on trust – that those in power will behave honourably and abide by their word.
Counties need the same attention as cities for levelling up to succeed
Economy
By Ben Bradley
Counties need the same attention as cities for levelling up to succeed
If we are to be successful in levelling up the country, putting powers in the hands of local communities coupled with ambitious levels of investment for those places, will go a long way to delivering this aim.
Minister Claims Inflation-Matching Public Sector Pay Rise Will Cause “Deathly Spiral” Of High Prices
Economy
Minister Claims Inflation-Matching Public Sector Pay Rise Will Cause “Deathly Spiral” Of High Prices
Technology Minister Chris Philp has defended the government’s decision not to offer public sector workers a pay rise in line with inflation, because he believes this year’s hike in prices are “transitory”.
In an unprecedented economic crisis, local government services and their users need support
Communities
By Cllr James Jamieson
In an unprecedented economic crisis, local government services and their users need support
There will be no shortage of things for councillors, senior officers and government ministers to discuss at the Local Government Association’s first in-person annual conference since 2019, which starts in Harrogate today.
Liz Truss Defends Northern Ireland Protocol Bill In The “Absence” Of EU Negotiations
Brexit
Liz Truss Defends Northern Ireland Protocol Bill In The “Absence” Of EU Negotiations
Foreign Secretary Liz Truss has defended the controversial Northern Ireland Protocol Bill as MPs prepare to vote on scrapping parts of the Brexit trade agreement, but said negotiation with the EU would be preferred.
Telecoms Industry and Government Come Together to Agree on Commitments to Assist with the Cost-of-Living Crisis Partner content
Economy
By Mobile UK
Telecoms Industry and Government Come Together to Agree on Commitments to Assist with the Cost-of-Living Crisis
Mobile network operators, alongside the wider telecoms industry, have come together and agreed with the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media, and Sport, the Rt Hon Nadine Dorries MP, and the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, the Rt Hon Steve Barclay MP, a set of commitments to support and protect vulnerable customers who are struggling with their bills due to the cost-of-living crisis, and to help them remain connected. 
Partner content
Economy
By Chartered Institute of Building
Comment on Help to Build scheme from Chartered Institute of Building
Scientific Britannia - how can Britain become a science and tech powerhouse?
Economy
By Tom Hunter, Political Consultant
Scientific Britannia - how can Britain become a science and tech powerhouse?
The government has been clear in its aim to turn Britain into a science and technology powerhouse. But in a difficult climate for public spending, can it hope to do so? Tom Hunter from Dods Political Intelligence looks at the plans.
Partner content
Economy
By Chartered Management Institute
New report, The Everyone Economy, shows why inclusivity is critical to economic success and effective public services
Partner content
Economy
By Chartered Institute of Building
CIOB Fellow, Mark Reynolds, appointed Co-Chair of Construction Leadership Council
A Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) Fellow has been appointed as the new Co-Chair of The Construction Leadership Council (CLC).
Why can't BEIS and the Treasury get on?
Environment
By Tom Sasse
Why can't BEIS and the Treasury get on?
At the heart of the government’s problems with the cost-of-living crisis is a rupture between the two departments charged with managing the economy. Is it just down to the personalities, or is there something deeper going on? Tom Sasse reports.