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Baroness Shirley Williams, “Liberal Lion And True Trailblazer”, Has Died Aged 90
Baroness Shirley Williams, “Liberal Lion And True Trailblazer”, Has Died Aged 90
Political parties
Baroness Shirley Williams, a political trailblazer and one of the Liberal Democrats' most famous politicians has died aged 90, the party has confirmed.
Boris Johnson Remembers 'Ahead Of His Time' Prince Philip As MPs Pay Tribute In A Special Commons Session
Political parties
Boris Johnson Remembers "Ahead Of His Time" Prince Philip As MPs Pay Tribute In A Special Commons Session
Local Liberal Democrats Are Leafleting For May Elections Despite Campaign Pause After Prince Philip's Death
Political parties
Local Liberal Democrats Are Leafleting For May Elections Despite Campaign Pause After Prince Philip's Death
Boris Johnson Orders Independent Review Into David Cameron And Greensill Lobbying Scandal
Political parties
Boris Johnson Orders Independent Review Into David Cameron And Greensill Lobbying Scandal
Gordon Brown Calls For Tougher Lobbying Laws After David Cameron Greensill Scandal
Political parties
Gordon Brown Calls For Tougher Lobbying Laws After David Cameron Greensill Scandal
Questions Remain For David Cameron Over Greensill Lobbying Scandal, Despite Ex-PM Breaking His Silence
Political parties
Questions Remain For David Cameron Over Greensill Lobbying Scandal, Despite Ex-PM Breaking His Silence
John Major Says He Agreed With Prince Philip That There Are “Too Many” MPs
Political parties
John Major Says He Agreed With Prince Philip That There Are “Too Many” MPs
The House Live
Starmer’s ‘Red Wall first’ strategy may cost Labour in the local elections
Political parties
By Joshua Martin
Starmer’s ‘Red Wall first’ strategy may cost Labour in the local elections
Lord Michael Howard pays tribute to Prince Philip
Political parties
By Lord Howard
Lord Michael Howard pays tribute to Prince Philip
How can we make gambling regulation fit for the digital age? Partner content
Education
By Entain
How can we make gambling regulation fit for the digital age?
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As a 19-year-old receiving my Duke of Edinburgh Award, it was clear what Prince Philip represented: the importance of public service
As a 19-year-old receiving my Duke of Edinburgh Award, it was clear what Prince Philip represented: the importance of public service
By Ed Davey MP
Social affairs
Local Liberal Democrats Are Leafleting For May Elections Despite Campaign Pause After Prince Philip's Death
Local Liberal Democrats Are Leafleting For May Elections Despite Campaign Pause After Prince Philip's Death
Political parties
Baroness Shirley Williams, “Liberal Lion And True Trailblazer”, Has Died Aged 90
Baroness Shirley Williams, “Liberal Lion And True Trailblazer”, Has Died Aged 90
Political parties
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This Is Everything You Need To Know About Next Month's Local Elections
Political parties
This Is Everything You Need To Know About Next Month's Local Elections
Both the Tories and Labour are playing down expectations for the English elections in May, while battles are going on for the London mayoralty, and the Scottish and Welsh governments. A parliamentary by-election thrown into the mix in Hartlepool on the same day makes the Spring elections a significant test of country's political temperature.
Hartlepool's Tory Candidate Divides Opinion Among Right-Wing Voters
Home affairs
Hartlepool's Tory Candidate Divides Opinion Among Right-Wing Voters
The Conservative party's choice of candidate for the Hartlepool by-election has left local right-wing voters reeling, as they worry selecting a North Yorkshire farmer has given Labour the edge.
A Year Lost To Covid – The Key Moments Of The Pandemic As The UK Marks A Year Since Lockdown
Coronavirus
A Year Lost To Covid – The Key Moments Of The Pandemic As The UK Marks A Year Since Lockdown
It is one year since the UK entered its first national lockdown. After a historic year battling the pandemic, PoliticsHome sets out the key moments from the past 12 months.
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Political Parties Suspend Campaigning For May Elections After Prince Philip's Death
Political parties
Political Parties Suspend Campaigning For May Elections After Prince Philip's Death
Major political parties have suspended campaigning ahead of next month's elections following the death of Prince Philip.
Boris Johnson Has Paid Tribute To The 'Extraordinary Life' Of The Duke of Edinburgh, Who Has Died Aged 99
Political parties
Boris Johnson Has Paid Tribute To The "Extraordinary Life" Of The Duke of Edinburgh, Who Has Died Aged 99
The Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip, has died aged 99.
Rishi Sunak’s Text Messages To David Cameron Published Amid Greensill Lobbying Scandal
Political parties
Rishi Sunak’s Text Messages To David Cameron Published Amid Greensill Lobbying Scandal
The Treasury has published the contents of two text messages Rishi Sunak sent to David Cameron amid a row about lobbying.
Government Warned It Must Make Big Changes To Vaccine Passport Plans Or Face Commons Defeat
Coronavirus
Government Warned It Must Make Big Changes To Vaccine Passport Plans Or Face Commons Defeat
The government is being urged to make big changes to its vaccine passport plans or face defeat in the Commons by opposition parties.
Senior Conservative MP Dame Cheryl Gillan Has Died After “Long Illness”
Political parties
Senior Conservative MP Dame Cheryl Gillan Has Died After “Long Illness”
Conservative MP and former Cabinet minister Dame Cheryl Gillan died at the weekend following a long illness, party chairman Amanda Milling has announced.
Exclusive: Only 5% Of Brits Feel They Have Any Influence On Decision-Making In Westminster
Political parties
Exclusive: Only 5% Of Brits Feel They Have Any Influence On Decision-Making In Westminster
Fresh polling shows that over two-thirds (68%) of Brits feel powerless to influence decision-making in Westminster.
A Year Of Keir: Starmer’s Playing The Long Game But Critics Are Crying Out For Him To Be Bolder
Political parties
A Year Of Keir: Starmer’s Playing The Long Game But Critics Are Crying Out For Him To Be Bolder
This weekend will mark the one-year anniversary of Keir Starmer's leadership of the Labour Party, after the former human rights lawyer strolled past Rebecca Long-Bailey and Lisa Nandy to win 56% of the party vote last April.
Government Set To Plough Ahead With Vaccine Passports Despite Resistance From MPs And Hospitality
Coronavirus
Government Set To Plough Ahead With Vaccine Passports Despite Resistance From MPs And Hospitality
Boris Johnson has reiterated the government's commitment to some form of coronavirus certification as the country opens up, despite hostility from MPs and the hospitality industry.
Exclusive: Historian 'Disgusted' At Being Named As Adviser In Race Report And Accuses Downing Street Of 'Manipulating' Him
Communities
Exclusive: Historian "Disgusted" At Being Named As Adviser In Race Report And Accuses Downing Street Of "Manipulating" Him
A British author listed as a "stakeholder" on the government's controversial race report has claimed he was "manipulated" by Downing Street.
Boris Johnson's Most Senior Black Adviser Set To Quit As Ministers Defend Landmark Race Report
Communities
Boris Johnson's Most Senior Black Adviser Set To Quit As Ministers Defend Landmark Race Report
Samuel Kasumu's plans to quit the government in May were announced as ministers sought to defend a controversial report into racial disparities.
Keir Starmer Is 'Disappointed' At Race Report Findings For Failing To Accept 'Structural' Problems
Communities
Keir Starmer Is "Disappointed" At Race Report Findings For Failing To Accept "Structural" Problems
The Labour leader has called for the introduction of a race equality act as he claimed there was a "reluctance" to acknowledge structural issues.
Shadow Equality Minister Accuses Race Report Of 'Glorifying' Slave Trade And Demands 'Urgent Explanation'
Communities
Shadow Equality Minister Accuses Race Report Of "Glorifying" Slave Trade And Demands "Urgent Explanation"
Ministers have been urged to give an "urgent" response after its landmark report called for a "new story" about slavery to be taught in schools.
David Lammy Says Landmark Diversity Report Is An Insult To Those Who Have Suffered Institutional Racism
Communities
David Lammy Says Landmark Diversity Report Is An Insult To Those Who Have Suffered Institutional Racism
The shadow justice secretary has accused Boris Johnson of "slamming the door" on people who have called for action to tackle institutional racism following the publication of a landmark diversity report.
Common frameworks can strengthen the union
Political parties
By Baroness Andrews
Common frameworks can strengthen the union
While the relationships between the UK and devolved administrations have deteriorated, the collaborative process of common frameworks can be held up as a model to build a stronger and cooperative union.
Alex Salmond To Form New Political Party Called 'Alba'
Political parties
Alex Salmond To Form New Political Party Called "Alba"
Scotland's former first minister Alex Salmond has announced he is forming a new political party and will stand candidates in the Scottish elections this May.
The Definitive Guide to Boris Johnson's Buses, Bridges and Boreholes Under the Irish Sea
Political parties
By Robert Hutton
The Definitive Guide to Boris Johnson's Buses, Bridges and Boreholes Under the Irish Sea
His cable-car crossing was the most expensive ever built, and his ‘Boris Bikes’ made it into the Oxford dictionary. With proposals on the table for a ‘Boris Burrow’ to connect Scotland and Northern Ireland, Robert Hutton explores Johnson’s quest to secure a lasting legacy.
Tory Lockdown Rebels Expect Renewal Of Coronavirus Powers To Pass With Little Commons Resistance
Coronavirus
Tory Lockdown Rebels Expect Renewal Of Coronavirus Powers To Pass With Little Commons Resistance
Anti-lockdown Conservative MPs are playing down talk of a rebellion on extending emergency coronavirus powers today saying “the sting has come out of this” because of the vaccine rollout.
Scottish Government Handling Of Alex Salmond Inquiry And Judicial Review Was ‘Seriously Flawed’, Committee Concludes
Political parties
Scottish Government Handling Of Alex Salmond Inquiry And Judicial Review Was ‘Seriously Flawed’, Committee Concludes
The Scottish Government’s handling of harassment complaints against Alex Salmond and the subsequent judicial review was “seriously flawed”, a committee inquiry has concluded.
Nicola Sturgeon Cleared Of Breaching The Ministerial Code Over Her Involvement In Salmond Saga
Communities
Nicola Sturgeon Cleared Of Breaching The Ministerial Code Over Her Involvement In Salmond Saga
Nicola Sturgeon did not breach the ministerial code in relation to meetings with Alex Salmond, according to an independent investigation.
First State Opening Of Parliament Since The Start Of The Pandemic Will Be Held On 11 May
Political parties
First State Opening Of Parliament Since The Start Of The Pandemic Will Be Held On 11 May
The government will set out its agenda for the next session of Parliament in a pared-down state opening ceremony and Queen’s Speech on 11 May, Downing Street has confirmed.
Jim McMahon: ‘My community can’t wait 20 years for the green revolution’
Coronavirus
By Adam Payne
Jim McMahon: ‘My community can’t wait 20 years for the green revolution’
Labour’s shadow transport secretary talks to Adam Payne about Boris Johnson being like ‘a kid with a train set’ and why the government’s National Bus Strategy ‘doesn’t even touch the sides’
Lord Fowler: 'Aids has never been a popular cause'
Coronavirus
By Sally Dawson
Lord Fowler: 'Aids has never been a popular cause'
He’s been in parliament more than half a century but never had complete freedom of expression. Lord Fowler, the outgoing Lords Speaker, tells Sally Dawson why he can’t wait to speak his mind
Grant Shapps: A bridge from Scotland to Northern Ireland isn't 'the slightest bit controversial'
Coronavirus
By Kate Proctor
Grant Shapps: A bridge from Scotland to Northern Ireland isn't "the slightest bit controversial"
In the gloom of the pandemic, transport secretary and occasional aviator Grant Shapps exudes optimism about the future. He tells Kate Proctor the Scotland to Northern Ireland sea link is a no-brainer, new bus services will be “amazing” and his favourite road – the A66 – is getting a £1bn upgrade. The only thing he sounds nervous about is his next time in the cockpit
As Brexit problems mount, Labour will shine a laser on broken Conservative promises
Brexit
By Paul Blomfield MP
As Brexit problems mount, Labour will shine a laser on broken Conservative promises
Our critique of Johnson’s deal is not simply about accountability but setting out our vision for a better relationship with the rest of Europe.
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D&I for Line Managers
2021
London & Online
D&I for Line Managers
Resetting the Skills Agenda for a Post-COVID Recovery
2021
Online Conference
Resetting the Skills Agenda for a Post-COVID Recovery
Supporting Mental Health at Work
2021
London & Online
Supporting Mental Health at Work
Race to Equality: Supporting BAME Colleagues in the Workplace
2021
London & Online
Race to Equality: Supporting BAME Colleagues in the Workplace