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The City of London can help the new chancellor deliver growth in every postcode
The City of London can help the new chancellor deliver growth in every postcode
Economy
By Chris Hayward
It fits well that the outgoing chancellor was warmly received at the Financial and Professional Services Dinner at Mansion House earlier this week.
Burnham should give mayors more tax powers – and the Tories should work with him
Communities
By Andy Street
Burnham should give mayors more tax powers – and the Tories should work with him
Another genocidal massacre is about to happen in Sudan. Andy Burnham can't say he wasn't warned
Foreign affairs
By Mohannad Taha
Another genocidal massacre is about to happen in Sudan. Andy Burnham can't say he wasn't warned
'Compelling': Joe Powell reviews 'London Falling'
Books & culture
By Joe Powell MP
"Compelling": Joe Powell reviews 'London Falling'
How Parliament rediscovered the power of the humble address
History
By Lord Lisvane
How Parliament rediscovered the power of the humble address
'Pack this book for your holiday reading – you won’t put it down': Lord Black reviews 'Peace Makers'
Books & culture
By Lord Black
"Pack this book for your holiday reading – you won’t put it down": Lord Black reviews 'Peace Makers'
Our life sciences plan is transforming Britain into a healthier, wealthier nation
Technology
By Lord Vallance
Our life sciences plan is transforming Britain into a healthier, wealthier nation
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Government To Overhaul Civil Service Recruitment
Government To Overhaul Civil Service Recruitment
Parliament
London Labour MPs Hopeful Burnham Will Cancel Heathrow Expansion
London Labour MPs Hopeful Burnham Will Cancel Heathrow Expansion
Transport
Inside Burnham's ‘No 10 North’ Plans: “It's Not Just About Creating A Second Westminster”
Inside Burnham's ‘No 10 North’ Plans: “It's Not Just About Creating A Second Westminster”
Economy
Andy Burnham Bolsters No 10 With New Hires
Andy Burnham Bolsters No 10 With New Hires
Political parties
Counter Terrorism Now Leading On Investigation Into Ann Widdecombe Death
Counter Terrorism Now Leading On Investigation Into Ann Widdecombe Death
Home affairs
Bring Back The Minister For London, Labour MPs In Capital Urge Burnham
Bring Back The Minister For London, Labour MPs In Capital Urge Burnham
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Parents need online help - not judgment - to make the social media ban work
Health
By Connor Rand MP
Parents need online help - not judgment - to make the social media ban work
The pardon for Ruth Ellis is welcome but domestic violence law needs further reform
Home affairs
By Pam Cox MP
The pardon for Ruth Ellis is welcome but domestic violence law needs further reform
The family of Ruth Ellis, the last woman to be executed in Britain, has received a measure of justice from this government.
Burnham's place-based government must save independent hospitality
Economy
By Connor Naismith MP
Burnham's place-based government must save independent hospitality
In June, Andy Burnham set out his vision for the country. Bringing Manchesterism to Labour’s 2024 manifesto, he is putting “place before party” – building non-partisan consensus on local issues.
The Defence Investment Plan isn't enough – but Burnham should make do and mend
Defence
By Jeegar Kakkad
The Defence Investment Plan isn't enough – but Burnham should make do and mend
The Defence Investment Plan (DIP) finally arrived months late, with a £4.7bn funding hole and leaning on heroic efficiency savings to make the numbers add up.
Improving outcomes for white working class children should not be a partisan cause
Education
By Baroness Morris
Improving outcomes for white working class children should not be a partisan cause
When the Inquiry into White Working Class Educational Outcomes started its work, few challenged the need to address the issue. Those working in education knew what the data told us, but years of effort and a myriad of initiatives had failed to solve the problem.
Two northern cities now lead the call to end gambling ads – offering Andy Burnham a quick win Partner content
Culture
By Coalition to End Gambling Ads
Two northern cities now lead the call to end gambling ads – offering Andy Burnham a quick win
This year’s Local Government Association conference was awash with councillors of all political stripes calling for action on gambling. For an incoming Prime Minister looking to signal change, reconnect with local politics, and boost “good growth”, action on gambling would be a popular policy
The black market is the gambling threat Westminster can't ignore Partner content
Culture
By Betting and Gaming Council
The black market is the gambling threat Westminster can't ignore
The growing gambling black market is a threat policymakers can't afford to ignore, writes Gareth Snell, Labour and Co-operative MP for Stoke-on-Trent Central
'Superb': Alex Sobel reviews 'To Kill a Mockingbird'
Books & culture
By Alex Sobel MP
"Superb": Alex Sobel reviews 'To Kill a Mockingbird'
Aaron Sorkin's empathetic stage adaptation of Harper Lee's timeless story is a must-see for all admirers of the work of these two great American writers
Community sponsorship is a proven way of fixing our asylum system
Home affairs
By Catherine West MP
Community sponsorship is a proven way of fixing our asylum system
It has been two years since the government pledged to restore order to the asylum system so that it operates swiftly, firmly, and fairly.
To fund the investment in national security we need, Burnham should steal our defence bonds policy
Defence
By James MacCleary MP
To fund the investment in national security we need, Burnham should steal our defence bonds policy
The government has finally released its long-awaited Defence Investment Plan (DIP), after 14 months of delay. It was, as expected, too little and too late.
The Professor Will See You Now: Post
Parliament
By Professor Philip Cowley
The Professor Will See You Now: Post
Lessons in political science. This week: post
Stable public health policy can help keep food bills down Partner content
Health
By Suntory Beverage & Food GB&I
Stable public health policy can help keep food bills down
UK households are still feeling the squeeze, and the weekly shop remains one of their biggest pressure points. With economic headwinds set to persist, that strain is unlikely to ease soon.
Shaping our nuclear future Partner content
Energy
By Great British Energy – Nuclear
Shaping our nuclear future
With growing demand and an increased need for energy security, nuclear power is set to play a vital role in the nation’s future energy mix. Total Politics sat down with Simon Roddy, CEO of Great British Energy – Nuclear, to learn what the nuclear renaissance means for Britain’s economic, energy and industrial future
Getting cybersecurity on track: How to protect rail in the transition to Great British Railways Partner content
Transport
By Fortinet
Getting cybersecurity on track: How to protect rail in the transition to Great British Railways
As Britain’s railways move into public control under GBR, digitisation is transforming how the network runs. But with more connected systems comes greater cyber risk. With 1.7 billion passenger journeys a year, government and industry must embed cyber resilience into procurement, skills, incident learning, and cross-sector collaboration from day one.
Forget Burnham's pick for chancellor – No 10's grip on strategy will be far more important
Economy
By Mark McVitie
Forget Burnham's pick for chancellor – No 10's grip on strategy will be far more important
Who Andy Burnham will send to the Treasury has become the consuming question of Westminster’s frenzied speculation.
'Frida: The Making of an Icon': Lord Vaizey on Tate Modern's record-breaking new exhibition
Books & culture
By Lord Vaizey
'Frida: The Making of an Icon': Lord Vaizey on Tate Modern's record-breaking new exhibition
An arresting exhibition exploring her enduring influence and appeal, the number of Frida Kahlo’s paintings on display may be limited – but this show more than demonstrates her range as an artist
Labour promised to waive visa fees for armed forces families – yet refuses to make the change
Defence
By Ben Obese-Jecty MP
Labour promised to waive visa fees for armed forces families – yet refuses to make the change
A year into Keir Starmer’s tenure as Labour leader, an internal strategy document leaked.
The Greater Manchester devolution model won’t work everywhere – Burnham should look to London instead
Home affairs
By Alex Mayer MP
The Greater Manchester devolution model won’t work everywhere – Burnham should look to London instead
In Makerfield, Andy Burnham could point to a decade of Labour delivery embodied most visibly by the yellow buses of his Bee Network.
Arthritis is a forgotten public health issue – the government must act now Partner content
Health
By Arthritis UK
Arthritis is a forgotten public health issue – the government must act now
Arthritis is a leading cause of pain and disability affecting more than ten million people in the UK, yet successive governments have failed to act leaving millions waiting far too long for diagnosis and treatment.
We must increase support for the women who lose when England win
Social affairs
By Wera Hobhouse MP
We must increase support for the women who lose when England win
The World Cup has a remarkable ability to bring the nation together. Families, friends, neighbours and colleagues all unite behind the national team, anxiously watching the games.
England’s wait for another World Cup final victory continues, but I was there in 1966
History
By Martin Vickers MP
England’s wait for another World Cup final victory continues, but I was there in 1966
Most will not recall 26 July 1966 but for me it was the start of a schoolboy adventure that ended four days later at Wembley Stadium.
For survivors of modern slavery, the right to work is the right to rebuild
Social affairs
By Emily Death
For survivors of modern slavery, the right to work is the right to rebuild
Growth, according to the government, is Britain’s defining ambition. Work must pay, ministers insist, the benefits system must be fairer; labour laws must be enforced. Through these principles, the government hopes to restore prosperity and social cohesion under its Get Britain Working agenda. 
Behaviour change weight management referral schemes remain vital Partner content
Health
By Slimming World
Behaviour change weight management referral schemes remain vital
This year marks 25 years of Slimming World on Referral. This, combined with the recent announcement from the Government about the projects launched through the Obesity Pathway Innovation Programme (OPIP), presents us with a timely opportunity to reflect on how best we can continue to support the Government, local authorities and commissioners, and the NHS for years to come.
Is Chemistry Coming Home? Partner content
Economy
By Chemical Industries Association
Is Chemistry Coming Home?
New Government initiative could mean new direction for UK Chemicals – but industry wants more than a funding boost
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