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A film which captures the essence of its subject: Gordon McKee reviews 'Tony'
A film which captures the essence of its subject: Gordon McKee reviews 'Tony'
Books & culture
By Gordon McKee MP
Less about the taste of the food than the warmth of the kitchen, 'Tony' succeeds in illuminating more about Anthony Bourdain’s character than any gastronomical analysis ever could
These are uncertain times for our steelworkers. They need government on their side
Economy
By Alasdair McDiarmid
These are uncertain times for our steelworkers. They need government on their side
The Professor Will See You Now: Defenestration
Parliament
By Professor Philip Cowley
The Professor Will See You Now: Defenestration
Britain’s hospices do not need any more sympathy. They need us to act
Health
By Corin Dalby
Britain’s hospices do not need any more sympathy. They need us to act
East Bank is unique, its model doesn’t have to be Partner content
Communities
By East Bank
East Bank is unique, its model doesn’t have to be
A bunch of narcissistic, psychopathic Machiavellians? Britain's party members and their leaders
Political parties
By Tim Bale
A bunch of narcissistic, psychopathic Machiavellians? Britain's party members and their leaders
The fresh vote on assisted dying is not only about life and death – it is about democracy
Health
By Baroness Mattinson
The fresh vote on assisted dying is not only about life and death – it is about democracy
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Wes Streeting: People in the Labour Party have got to start liking one another again. We've got to build a common cause
Political parties
By Sebastian Whale
Wes Streeting: People in the Labour Party have got to start liking one another again. We've got to build a common cause
Since joining parliament in 2015, Wes Streeting has weathered an additional two general elections, an EU referendum, and rocked the boat with his criticism of Jeremy Corbyn’s leadership. The Labour MP sits down with Sebastian Whale to talk about his hopes for the future of the party
Self-employed workers in our creative industries are facing a financial catastrophe and Rishi Sunak must act now
Coronavirus
By Tracy Brabin
Self-employed workers in our creative industries are facing a financial catastrophe and Rishi Sunak must act now
Nothing short of a temporary basic income is going to give this substantial part of the creative workforce what it needs to get through this crisis, says the Shadow Culture Secretary
Lords Diary: Baroness Thornton
Coronavirus
By Baroness Thornton
Lords Diary: Baroness Thornton
People must stay connected whilst self-isolating from coronavirus
Coronavirus
By Holly Lynch MP
People must stay connected whilst self-isolating from coronavirus
The All Party Parliamentary Group for Social Integration is asking communities to share projects aimed at connecting people who are at risk of being socially isolated over the course of this health crisis.
Brexit, personnel change, coronavirus: The first 100 days of Boris Johnson's Government
Coronavirus
By Georgina Bailey
Brexit, personnel change, coronavirus: The first 100 days of Boris Johnson's Government
After Boris Johnson secured a hefty majority in December, it was assumed that his second attempt at a first 100 days might be relatively drama-free. We look back on what has turned out to be an extraordinary period in British history
Supermarkets can be our allies in tackling the childhood obesity timebomb
Health
By Steve McCabe MP
Supermarkets can be our allies in tackling the childhood obesity timebomb
Supermarkets have a major role to play in the drive to improve the nation’s health, but their potential is yet untapped.
The first 100 days: Boris Johnson’s pledge to ‘Get Brexit Done’ is now unsustainable
Coronavirus
By Dods Monitoring
The first 100 days: Boris Johnson’s pledge to ‘Get Brexit Done’ is now unsustainable
Sunday marks the first 100 days since the General Election. No significant progress has been made thus far in Brexit trade talks, and future talks are in limbo as we try to overcome this global health crisis.
The UK waste sector is essential to society and operatives must urgently be classed as “key-workers” Partner content
Coronavirus
By Environmental Services Association
The UK waste sector is essential to society and operatives must urgently be classed as “key-workers”
The UK waste sector is essential to society and operatives must urgently be classed as “key-workers” if we are to avoid an unsanitary accumulation of waste in the streets of our towns and cities during this unprecedented pandemic.
We must help our prisons in the fight against coronavirus
Coronavirus
By Sir Robert Neill MP
We must help our prisons in the fight against coronavirus
The State is charged with the protection and care of those in custody. That is a responsibility we should carry out with the utmost seriousness and diligence
Coronavirus: How do we keep democracy running in a time of crisis?
Coronavirus
By Sebastian Whale
Coronavirus: How do we keep democracy running in a time of crisis?
These unprecedented times have not diminished MPs’ desire to hold the Government to account. But as the coronavirus spreads, and the operations of the Palace of Westminster becomes more complicated, parliamentary scrutiny will have to adapt. Sebastian Whale reports
Govt must agree an aviation relationship with the EU to protect industry standards and resources
Transport
By Lord Whitty
Govt must agree an aviation relationship with the EU to protect industry standards and resources
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is vital in the enforcement of aviation standards across Europe, when the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) takes over, they must work constructively together.
Some powers in the Coronavirus Bill are draconian and impinge on people’s liberty
Coronavirus
By Chris Bryant MP
Some powers in the Coronavirus Bill are draconian and impinge on people’s liberty
These powers will remain in place for two years. Any measure that restricts liberty should be subject to a renewal clause, so that at the very least Parliament has a say on whether they are still needed.
No one should be making a profit out of other people’s suffering
Coronavirus
By Alexander Stafford MP
No one should be making a profit out of other people’s suffering
The Government has done much to delay the spread of the virus, and to support businesses at this difficult time, but we now must stamp out those who seek to make financial gain out of fear and sickness, says Alexander Stafford MP.
We must take action to halt the global rise in road traffic deaths
Transport
By Lord Robertson
We must take action to halt the global rise in road traffic deaths
It’s time to put people before cars and back an action plan to half traffic fatalities worldwide by 2030
The nation’s health is key. But safeguarding businesses and jobs is also a priority
Coronavirus
By John Redwood MP
The nation’s health is key. But safeguarding businesses and jobs is also a priority
Combatting coronavirus must include financial assistance from the Government to help businesses keep their current staff.
After the Coronavirus crisis passes, town deals should form a vital part of the recovery
Coronavirus
By Baroness Valentine
After the Coronavirus crisis passes, town deals should form a vital part of the recovery
Let’s use the town deals to spread the regenerative seaside spirit and unlock a new entrepreneurial culture to spread wealth and opportunity – or to coin a phrase - ‘level up’ for all.
If schools close we must ensure children on free school meals do not go hungry
Education
By Carolyn Harris MP
If schools close we must ensure children on free school meals do not go hungry
Parents with limited financial resources must not be burdened by the additional fear of trying to feed their family
We need contingencies to mitigate the delay to Brexit negotiations as a result of COVID-19
Coronavirus
By Baroness Hayter
We need contingencies to mitigate the delay to Brexit negotiations as a result of COVID-19
This pandemic risks major disruption to Brexit negotiations. MPs need to understand any differences this stalling will make
VAR is changing decision making in football to the detriment of the fairness of the sport
Culture
By Toby Perkins MP
VAR is changing decision making in football to the detriment of the fairness of the sport
Changes are needed both to the rules of the game and the operation of VAR; crucially, there needs to be a review and re-design of the offside rule
Electoral reforms would reduce confusion and bring elections into the 21st Century Partner content
Home affairs
By Law Commission
Electoral reforms would reduce confusion and bring elections into the 21st Century
Reforms to simplify, clarify and improve electoral law have today been published by the Law Commission of England and Wales and the Scottish Law Commission (the Law Commissions).
The Coronavirus pandemic will shape the nature of our longer term digital future
Coronavirus
By Chi Onwurah MP
The Coronavirus pandemic will shape the nature of our longer term digital future
The Coronavirus pandemic will shape the nature of our longer term digital future. Ultimately, the only way to protect our digital citizens in the long run is to deliver on digital rights in a digital charter
No-fault evictions must be scrapped to protect renters amid coronavirus
Coronavirus
By Tulip Siddiq MP
No-fault evictions must be scrapped to protect renters amid coronavirus
It may seem tragic that it takes an epidemic to fix inequalities in the rented sector, but we should seize these opportunities and act now
Julian Knight MP: 'To stay relevant, public service broadcasting must reflect the entire country'
Culture
By Georgina Bailey
Julian Knight MP: 'To stay relevant, public service broadcasting must reflect the entire country'

Julian Knight secured the chairmanship of the DCMS committee on a platform calling for reform to the BBC. A former journalist at the corporation, he has vowed to be a “critical friend” in his new role. The Tory MP talks to Georgina Bailey about why the Beeb must reflect the views of the nation as a whole.
The education system is one of the UK’s most valuable exports Partner content
Foreign affairs
By Buta Pre-School Education Enterprise
The education system is one of the UK’s most valuable exports

Javanshir Feyziyev, Member of the National Assembly of Azerbaijan, writes about his desire for the UK and Azerbaijan to work closely together to understand the benefits that the UK education system can offer his country.
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