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'A powerful woman in a man's world': tribute to Baroness Ramsay
"A powerful woman in a man's world": tribute to Baroness Ramsay
Obituaries
By Lord Foulkes of Cumnock
Former spy and later a government minister and whip, Meta Ramsay was an exceptional person in so many ways. Loyal to her country, her party and her friends, she was a mentor to many of us. Words by Lord Foulkes
'Delicious': Samantha Niblett on why TV drama 'Rivals' is no guilty pleasure
Books & culture
By Samantha Niblett MP
"Delicious": Samantha Niblett on why TV drama 'Rivals' is no guilty pleasure
We need a clean heating plan for commercial buildings, not just homes Partner content
Energy
By Mitsubishi Electric
We need a clean heating plan for commercial buildings, not just homes
Sick of sleaze: why Labour are paying for failure to restore trust to politics
Political parties
By Alastair McCapra
Sick of sleaze: why Labour are paying for failure to restore trust to politics
The school-based nurseries programme could be Labour’s early years legacy – but there are real problems with it
Education
By Dr Rebecca Montacute and Erica Holt-White
The school-based nurseries programme could be Labour’s early years legacy – but there are real problems with it
As the World Cup approaches, illegal gambling advertising is booming Partner content
Culture
By Betting and Gaming Council
As the World Cup approaches, illegal gambling advertising is booming
City of Culture 2017 put Hull back on the map, but Andy Burnham has shown we can do better – we just need support
Culture
By Karl Turner MP
City of Culture 2017 put Hull back on the map, but Andy Burnham has shown we can do better – we just need support
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Inside Andy Burnham's Makerfield Campaign: 'Nobody Thinks This Is In The Bag'
Inside Andy Burnham's Makerfield Campaign: "Nobody Thinks This Is In The Bag"
Political parties
The First Restore Britain University Societies Are Being Created
The First Restore Britain University Societies Are Being Created
Education
Michael Grade: I Am Very, Very Worried About The Future Of British TV
Michael Grade: I Am Very, Very Worried About The Future Of British TV
Culture
Starmer Loyalist Labour MPs Resist Campaigning For Burnham In Makerfield
Starmer Loyalist Labour MPs Resist Campaigning For Burnham In Makerfield
Political parties
Making Money Shouldn't Be Universities' Priority, Says Zack Polanski
Making Money Shouldn't Be Universities' Priority, Says Zack Polanski
Education
Thatcher 'Would Have Hated' Farage, Says Lord Heseltine
Thatcher "Would Have Hated" Farage, Says Lord Heseltine
Political parties
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Cross-party support for young carers amendment Partner content
By Carers Trust
Cross-party support for young carers amendment
Paul Burstow, Robert Buckland and Barbara Keeley all explain why the Government’s recent amendment to the Children and Families Bill marks a milestone for young carers.
OECD’s skills 'wake-up call' Partner content
By The Work Foundation
OECD’s skills 'wake-up call'
A major study of skills among adults has shown England is lagging behind the rest of the industrialised world.
Elderly human rights ‘abused’ Partner content
By Age UK
Elderly human rights ‘abused’
The care system for older people is unsustainable and is a threat to older people's human rights, according to a new report.
England ‘bottom of literacy tables’ Partner content
By NASUWT
England ‘bottom of literacy tables’
Literacy and numeracy among 16 to 24 year olds in England are among the lowest in the industrialised world, it has been revealed.
Conferences, consumers and the cost of living Partner content
By Which?
Conferences, consumers and the cost of living
As another party conference season came to a close, the cost of living debate has remained at the top of the political agenda. And with the general election drawing ever closer, it’s an issue that isn’t going away.
Consumer confidence 'improving' Partner content
By Visa
Consumer confidence 'improving'
New figures from Visa Europe show an increase in consumer spending last month. The data indicates that consumers slowly gaining in confidence ahead of the peak trading season in the fourth quarter of the year.
Unite stands up for working people Partner content
By Unite
Unite stands up for working people
Political Director of Unite Jennie Formby responds to Michael Dugher's claims that unions are not working for working people.
Energy and equity: affordable warmth wherever you live Partner content
Home affairs
By Calor Gas
Energy and equity: affordable warmth wherever you live

Calor and National Energy Action hosted a fringe meeting at Conservative conference on rural fuel poverty. Action with Communities in Rural England (ACRE) and 3 MPs including the former Energy Minister were on the panel.
Can the ‘housing cliff’ be avoided? Partner content
By Moat
Can the ‘housing cliff’ be avoided?
The effectiveness of planning system regulations were discussed widely in a Conservative party fringe meeting yesterday.
Player protection key to new responsible gambling code Partner content
By Association of British Bookmakers
Player protection key to new responsible gambling code
Neil Goulden explains how player protection is at the heart of the new world-leading Code for Responsible Gambling from the Association of British Bookmakers.
Financial Inclusion or Exploitation? Partner content
By Personal Finance Education Group
Financial Inclusion or Exploitation?
The financial education charity pfeg hosted a fringe meeting at Conservative conference on the subject of banking for young people.
Seizing economic opportunity from renewable energy Partner content
Home affairs
By Dods Renewable Energy Dialogue
Seizing economic opportunity from renewable energy

The Government has ‘absolute commitment’ to the offshore wind industry, Laura Sandys MP has said in a Conservative conference fringe meeting.
Is the EU good for British business? Partner content
By Law Society
Is the EU good for British business?
The Law Society hosted a debate at the Conservative conference on the impact of EU membership on British business.
Helping ex-offenders into work Partner content
By Ethos Journal
Helping ex-offenders into work
Helping ex-offenders into work is a critical part of reducing recidivism, yet many employers won't take on people who have been in prison. Three ex-offenders share their stories, and Yvette Carter provides Serco's perspective.
Growing Global – how do we deliver growth in a changing world? Partner content
By KPMG LLP
Growing Global – how do we deliver growth in a changing world?
The CBI and KPMG hosted a fringe meeting at Conservative conference on growing the UK economy.
Mark Prisk MP: More SME builders for a more dynamic housing market Partner content
By National Federation of Builders
Mark Prisk MP: More SME builders for a more dynamic housing market
Increased involvement of SMEs will enhance the housing market for all, the Housing Minister has said in a lively fringe at the Conservative Party conference.
Paul Waugh profile: Jeremy Wright MP Partner content
By Ethos Journal
Paul Waugh profile: Jeremy Wright MP
Paul Waugh, editor of PoliticsHome, profiles the prisons minister and former barrister who is determined to drive reform in the field of rehabilitation.
The future of the teaching profession Partner content
By NASUWT
The future of the teaching profession
The NUT and NASUWT General Secretaries joined forces at the Conservative conference to assess the future of the teaching profession.
Avoiding the housing bubble Partner content
By National Federation of Builders
Avoiding the housing bubble
Rising demand for houses still far outstrips the supply, warns the National Federation of Builders chief executive, Julia Evans.
Wolmar's London vision Partner content
By Clean Air in London
Wolmar's London vision

Christian Wolmar, the Transport writer is seeking the Labour nomination for Mayor of London in 2016. He spoke at a fringe meeting at Labour conference about what a future Mayor must deliver on and was joined by key stakeholders.
Banking for young people: Financial inclusion or exploitation? Partner content
By Personal Finance Education Group
Banking for young people: Financial inclusion or exploitation?
pfeg, the Personal Finance Education Group hosted a fringe meeting at Labour conference. Speakers included representatives from Demos, the British Bankers' Association, Centrepoint and Cathy Jamieson MP, Shadow Economic Secretary to the Treasury.
£100bn e-commerce sector 'booming' Partner content
By Visa
£100bn e-commerce sector 'booming'
Britain's online merchants are attracting international consumers as e-commerce booms, according to Visa Europe.
Powering sustainable growth Partner content
By Dods Renewable Energy Dialogue
Powering sustainable growth
The Dods Renewable Energy Dialogue hosted a meeting at Labour conference. Speakers included Shadow Energy minister Tom Greatrex and industry representatives: Andrew Norman, chief executive officer, JDR Cables, Ben Reid, chief executive, the MidCounties Co-operative and Co-opervative Energy, Mark Potter, head of renewable energy, RSA
Umunna: Strong 'granular' industrial strategy needed Partner content
By KPMG LLP
Umunna: Strong 'granular' industrial strategy needed
Shadow Business Secretary Chuka Umunna has stressed the need for a strong, detailed and cross-government industrial strategy to support UK business.
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Prevention of Violence Against Women and Girls Awards
2026
Speaker's House, Palace of Westminster, London
Prevention of Violence Against Women and Girls Awards
Net Zero Week 2026
2026
Online and In-Person
Net Zero Week 2026
Back Nuclear Energy 2026
2026
Online and In-Person
Back Nuclear Energy 2026
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