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Green Party Explores Ways To Revisit Zionism Motion Ahead Of Spring Conference
Green Party Explores Ways To Revisit Zionism Motion Ahead Of Spring Conference
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Senior Green figures are looking into ways of clarifying or revising the party’s controversial ‘Zionism is racism’ policy ahead of its spring conference.
Burnham Faces Labour MP Resistance On Electoral Reform
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Burnham Faces Labour MP Resistance On Electoral Reform
Ed Davey Under Pressure To Raise Game As MPs Signal Leadership Tensions Aren’t Over
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Ed Davey Under Pressure To Raise Game As MPs Signal Leadership Tensions Aren’t Over
Labour Believe They Can Win Back Green Voters After Holborn And St Pancras By-Election
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Labour Believe They Can Win Back Green Voters After Holborn And St Pancras By-Election
Former Green Co-Leader Says Party Brand Suffering From 'Toxicity'
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Former Green Co-Leader Says Party Brand Suffering From "Toxicity"
Labour Win Holborn and St Pancras By-Election
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Labour Win Holborn and St Pancras By-Election
Pollsters Warn Tory Optimism Doesn't Reflect Political Reality
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Pollsters Warn Tory Optimism Doesn't Reflect Political Reality
Opinion
The Lib Dems are not cutting through
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By Luke Tryl
The Lib Dems are not cutting through
How Farage went from the Mr Marmite of politics to the Mr Millwall
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By Jules Walkden
How Farage went from the Mr Marmite of politics to the Mr Millwall
Yes, the right will unite – when it starts to dislike losing more than disliking each other
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By Henry Hill
Yes, the right will unite – when it starts to dislike losing more than disliking each other
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Burnham Faces Labour MP Resistance On Electoral Reform
Burnham Faces Labour MP Resistance On Electoral Reform
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Ed Davey Under Pressure To Raise Game As MPs Signal Leadership Tensions Aren’t Over
Ed Davey Under Pressure To Raise Game As MPs Signal Leadership Tensions Aren’t Over
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Union Urges PM Not To Cut Railway Jobs As Part Of Public Ownership Shift
Union Urges PM Not To Cut Railway Jobs As Part Of Public Ownership Shift
Transport
The Lib Dems are not cutting through
The Lib Dems are not cutting through
By Luke Tryl
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How data will unlock growth through AI in the UK economy Partner content
How data will unlock growth through AI in the UK economy
By Experian UK & Ireland
Economy
A 'spellbinding first draft of history': Lord Black reviews 'Sunak at 10'
A "spellbinding first draft of history": Lord Black reviews 'Sunak at 10'
By Lord Black
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Alex Burghart: I Tell Kemi When I Disagree With Her (But She's Normally Right)
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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.
How Zack Polanski's Greens Are Dealing With Their Andy Burnham Problem
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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
Neal Lawson: “The Most Naive Person In Left-Wing Politics”
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Neal Lawson: “The Most Naive Person In Left-Wing Politics”
Reformed Blairite, longtime director of pressure group Compass and co-founder of new Labour group Mainstream Neal Lawson talks to Sienna Rodgers about his role in Andy Burnham’s rise and the political journey that brought him to this point
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The Government Glass Ceiling
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By Kate Proctor
The Government Glass Ceiling
Does Boris Johnson really have a woman problem? It appears no Prime Minister has ever covered themselves in glory when it comes to appointing women to the Cabinet. Kate Proctor crunches the numbers.
Boris Johnson: feminist or misogynist?
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By Tanya Gold
Boris Johnson: feminist or misogynist?
For a self-proclaimed feminist, he’s made a lot of offensive remarks. At a time when women are still financially, politically and socially disadvantaged, the Prime Minister must create equal opportunities, not crack jokes, if he wants to prove his feminist credentials.
Inspiring the next generation: Women in Westminster 100 is back!
Education
By Women in Westminster
Inspiring the next generation: Women in Westminster 100 is back!
After last year’s hugely successful inaugural list, The House magazine’s Women in Westminster: The 100 is back; once again celebrating the outstanding achievements of women in public life, by recognising one hundred women who have inspired in their sector in the world of Westminster.
LISTEN: Women in Westminster: The 100 Podcast
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By Women in Westminster
LISTEN: Women in Westminster: The 100 Podcast
Liz Truss: ‘I’ve got a particular view of what equality means’
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By Kate Proctor
Liz Truss: ‘I’ve got a particular view of what equality means’
The women and equalities minister talks to Kate Proctor about her ‘fight for fairness’, how she’s sick of policies that ‘ghettoise women’ and how flexible working must be part of the Covid recovery
In for a Penny: the new paymaster general on dyslexia, defence and making a difference
Economy
By Rosa Prince
In for a Penny: the new paymaster general on dyslexia, defence and making a difference
As Penny Mordaunt settles into her new role helping to plot Britain’s future relations with the EU, she talks to Rosa Prince about the experiences that have shaped her political career.
Is the government doing enough to support women during the pandemic?
Coronavirus
By Georgina Bailey
Is the government doing enough to support women during the pandemic?
Not only have women taken on the brunt of caring responsibilities in the pandemic, they are also more likely to work in shutdown sectors. With little targeted support, Georgina Bailey reports on whether the government is doing enough for gender equality under Liz Truss’ new approach
To meaningfully recover from COVID-19 the government needs to recognise women’s reality
Communities
By Mandu Reid
To meaningfully recover from COVID-19 the government needs to recognise women’s reality
As the Women’s Equality Party (WEP) celebrates its sixth birthday this month, WE are working to create a political and economic renaissance for women.
Left behind: sexism in the Labour movement
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By Sienna Rodgers
Left behind: sexism in the Labour movement
When it comes to equality, Labour talks a good game but a closer look at the treatment of women within their own political circle reveals there is work to be done before the political left can claim gender parity.
Hear her: what it’s like to champion gender-based issues as a new female MP
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By Amelia Tait
Hear her: what it’s like to champion gender-based issues as a new female MP
Around 40 per cent of MPs elected for the first time in 2019 were female. Amelia Tait spoke to three who have begun to make a name for themselves campaigning on gender equality and women’s rights
Sexist insults, abuse, death threats: expect all this and more as a female MP
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By Radhika Sanghani
Sexist insults, abuse, death threats: expect all this and more as a female MP
Many women in Westminster endure a culture of intimidation and harassment as part of the job. Is this the price they must pay to represent their community? Radhika Sanghani reports
'Is the PM a feminist? You'd have to ask him': Amber Rudd in conversation with Caroline Nokes
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By The House Staff
'Is the PM a feminist? You'd have to ask him': Amber Rudd in conversation with Caroline Nokes
Former government colleagues and close friends Amber Rudd and Caroline Nokes have a cumulative 20 years of experience as MPs. With Rudd now in the private sector and Nokes chairing the Women and Equalities Select Committee, they reflect on whether things have changed for women in parliament – and why the government needs to end the “boys’ club”
Covid may encourage calls for House of Commons to modernise
Coronavirus
By Megan Macdougall
Covid may encourage calls for House of Commons to modernise
The pandemic has undoubtedly changed parliament, but will the institution revert to type post-Covid?
Sturgeon: Failure To Identify Leak To Media 'Deeply Troubles Me'
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Sturgeon: Failure To Identify Leak To Media 'Deeply Troubles Me'
Nicola Sturgeon has said the failure to identify the leak of information relating to harassment complaints made against Alex Salmond to the Daily Record “deeply troubles” her.
Sturgeon ‘Deeply Regrets’ Botched Handling Of Salmond Harassment Complaints
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Sturgeon ‘Deeply Regrets’ Botched Handling Of Salmond Harassment Complaints
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has apologised to the two women who made complaints against Alex Salmond in her opening statement to the committee investigating the Scottish government’s handling of them.
Despite the frustration of being in opposition for a decade, I’ve fought for what was right
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By Dan Jarvis MP
Despite the frustration of being in opposition for a decade, I’ve fought for what was right
I’ve seen successive Tory Governments take decisions that I know will have a catastrophic impact on my constituents, with Labour powerless to prevent them.
How can Parliament more explicitly address bullying, harassment and racism in its Code of Conduct?
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By Arun Midha
How can Parliament more explicitly address bullying, harassment and racism in its Code of Conduct?
While some might argue that intolerance to racism and discrimination are reflected implicitly within the current Code of Conduct for MPs, there is a powerful argument to broaden the Code.
Alex Salmond Says Complainant's Name Was Shared With His Former Chief Of Staff
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Alex Salmond Says Complainant's Name Was Shared With His Former Chief Of Staff
Alex Salmond has told a Holyrood inquiry that the name of a complainant was shared with his former chief of staff.
Salmond: Scotland Has Not Failed – Its Leadership Has Failed
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Salmond: Scotland Has Not Failed – Its Leadership Has Failed
Former First Minister Alex Salmond launched an attack on the Scottish Government in his opening statement to the Scottish Parliament's harassment inquiry.
Maiden Voyages - Winston Opens His Account
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By Patrick Kidd
Maiden Voyages - Winston Opens His Account
The guidance provided to new MPs on how to make a maiden speech says it should be brief, uncontroversial and contain remarks about their constituency and a tribute to their predecessor, regardless of party.
Making the virtual parliament permanent for MPs who need it would open up Westminster to more disabled politicians
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By Daisy Cooper MP
Making the virtual parliament permanent for MPs who need it would open up Westminster to more disabled politicians
The benefits of in-person parliament are clear, but virtual measures would be more welcoming for disabled MPs, MPs that travel many miles to Wesminster and also those with caring responsibilities.
Lord Speaker Norman Fowler Is Stepping Down Early To Campaign On HIV And AIDS
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Lord Speaker Norman Fowler Is Stepping Down Early To Campaign On HIV And AIDS
Lord Fowler, who is 83, was set to end end his five-year tenure in September, but announced he would step down in April so he could focus on campaigning on public health issues, including HIV/AIDS.
Explained: The Row Between Alex Salmond And Nicola Sturgeon That Threatens To Tear The SNP Apart
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Explained: The Row Between Alex Salmond And Nicola Sturgeon That Threatens To Tear The SNP Apart
A very public feud between the Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and her predecessor Alex Salmond has engulfed Scottish politics in recent months, PoliticsHome explains the background to the complex saga.
MPs Hit Out At 'Unethical' Academics For Sending Them 'Spoof' Emails During The Pandemic
Coronavirus
MPs Hit Out At "Unethical" Academics For Sending Them "Spoof" Emails During The Pandemic
MPs and unions have heavily criticised a group of academics for sending fictitious emails to their offices as part of a research project monitoring responses.
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