The VAWG Strategy marks progress on economic abuse. Parliament’s focus must now be on delivering for victim-survivors.

No one should have to risk their safety to participate in public life. But this is what is happening across the UK – and it’s having a devastating impact on our democracy.

In the decade to 2023, child poverty increased faster in the UK than in any other advanced economy. Today, more children can expect a brighter start thanks to the UK government’s new Child Poverty Strategy

The Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) UK branch has been working at the heart of Parliament to strengthen relationships between Commonwealth parliaments since 1911.

The Conservative Party, defeated at Labour’s hands, had elected a new, young leader who was determined to create distance with the failures of the past.

A general election held tomorrow could see Labour win zero rural constituencies. Why has the British countryside fallen out so badly with Keir Starmer's party?

Not many people would associate politics with lidos, yet they are steeped in political history.

Calls to ban children and young people from social media until they are 16 are growing louder, and I understand why. Parents are exhausted, and too many young people are being failed by the online world.

Conservative peer and former chair of the Joint Intelligence Committee Baroness Neville-Jones on how to secure our vital undersea cables

The UK government’s decision to green-light the People’s Republic of China’s new diplomatic headquarters at Royal Mint Court is not just a planning failure. It’s a moral capitulation that has prioritised diplomatic expediency over national security and human rights.

The government’s decision to grant planning permission for China’s proposed new embassy at Royal Mint Court, near the Tower of London, will no doubt prompt strong reactions.

Until 1998, MPs raising points of order during a Commons vote were required to do so while wearing a collapsible opera hat.

Lessons in political science. This week: road deaths

It's now widely accepted that Britain is facing a defence crisis with an estimated funding shortfall of £28bn. Talk of conscription indicates that there is a recruitment and retention problem. As the Government prepares to launch a 'Gap Year Foundation Scheme' and urge veterans of 65 to prepare for war, CEO of Veterans Aid Prof Hugh Milroy asks if it is time to take the Armed Forces Covenant to the next logical level

Loyal, dependable and comfortable in his own skin, Colin Pickthall was a quiet man – but a wise one

If the government wants to avoid another year of confrontation and chaos, it should start treating Labour MPs as allies who want to help, not nuisances to be ignored.

Wise heads around Nigel Farage know that for every former Tory they welcome with open arms, their anti-establishment appeal takes a hit.

The House of Lords must reject illiberal proposals that would criminalise peaceful protest against animal research

We can learn lessons from overseas in understanding and responding to consumer drone risk

Without minimising Europe’s shameful role, this chilling book exposes the extent of the historic slave trade within Africa and across the Middle East

A cleverly curated exhibition marking the 250th anniversary of the birth of these two rival English artists, don't miss this chance to go along and compare their pivotal work – and maybe even pick a winner

After nearly a decade as an MP, I was shocked at the collapse of the prosecution of two men accused of spying on MPs for China.

Any play about a journey out of hell is going to appeal to us denizens of Westminster – and this fabulous show does not disappoint

During a Westminster Hall debate in November, I raised an issue that has remained unresolved for more than three decades: the crash of RAF Chinook ZD576 and the continuing campaign for a full, judge-led public inquiry.