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Claims that Online Safety Act curbs free speech ring hollow from platforms that seek to close down criticism
Claims that Online Safety Act curbs free speech ring hollow from platforms that seek to close down criticism
Social affairs
By Imran Ahmed
Scrapping the OSA would ignore the evidence of online harms that organisations like mine have spent years uncovering: from self-harm and suicide promotion to child exploitation
Women in Westminster: In Conversation With Baroness Grey-Thompson Partner content
Parliament
By Total Politics Impact
Women in Westminster: In Conversation With Baroness Grey-Thompson
The little-known tax tweak proposal that could bury the government’s housebuilding dream Partner content
Economy
By Mineral Products Association
The little-known tax tweak proposal that could bury the government’s housebuilding dream
No child left behind: building on progress to end child poverty
Economy
By James Frith MP
No child left behind: building on progress to end child poverty
Protection of playing fields is key to improving our economy and health Partner content
Health
By Sport England
Protection of playing fields is key to improving our economy and health
The gambling industry provides a lifeline for sport and communities
Economy
By Richard Baker MP
The gambling industry provides a lifeline for sport and communities
The Professor Will See You Now: How do you solve a problem like Maria?
Foreign affairs
By Professor Philip Cowley
The Professor Will See You Now: How do you solve a problem like Maria?
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Lib Dem Leader Meets BBC Boss To Complain About Level Of Reform Coverage
Lib Dem Leader Meets BBC Boss To Complain About Level Of Reform Coverage
Political parties
No 10 Host First Influencer Reception As They Step Up Their Digital Strategy
No 10 Host First Influencer Reception As They Step Up Their Digital Strategy
Political parties
Resident Doctors Are 'Not Asking For Enough', Says Train Drivers' Union Leader
Resident Doctors Are "Not Asking For Enough", Says Train Drivers' Union Leader
Health
Labour MPs Urge No 10 To Reconsider Palestine Recognition Amid Hostage Concerns
Labour MPs Urge No 10 To Reconsider Palestine Recognition Amid Hostage Concerns
Foreign affairs
Reform Says Its New Justice Adviser’s View On Trans Prisoners Is Not Party Policy
Reform Says Its New Justice Adviser’s View On Trans Prisoners Is Not Party Policy
Communities
Labour MPs Clash With National Security Adviser Over Palestinian State Recognition
Labour MPs Clash With National Security Adviser Over Palestinian State Recognition
Foreign affairs
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Lords Diary: Baroness Fox
Home affairs
By Baroness Fox
Lords Diary: Baroness Fox
Non-partisan solidarity in the House of Lords is a refreshing antidote to today’s often-toxic sectarianism
How to fix the housing crisis? Put spades in the ground and build more homes
Communities
By Brandon Lewis MP
How to fix the housing crisis? Put spades in the ground and build more homes
As Members of Parliament, our time and attention is constantly sought across a wide range of problems – from laws that affect the whole country, to a highly specific personal case where we can use our position to improve the lives of our constituents, to whom we answer.
The Victoria Atkins interview: 'The NHS belongs to us all, not just the junior doctors committee'
Health
By Tali Fraser
The Victoria Atkins interview: 'The NHS belongs to us all, not just the junior doctors committee'
Born into a political family, Victoria Atkins was seemingly destined to end up in government. But, as the Health Secretary tells Tali Fraser, her journey has not been straightforward – and nor are the issues she’s attempting to tackle. Photography by David Bebber
George Parker reviews 'Red Queen? The Unauthorised Biography of Angela Rayner'
Books & culture
By George Parker
George Parker reviews 'Red Queen? The Unauthorised Biography of Angela Rayner'
Lord Ashcroft’s latest political biography successfully reveals some previously unknown details of Angela Rayner’s remarkable back story – but uncovering her core political beliefs has proved more of a challenge
Faster progress is needed to tackle heart care waits Partner content
Health
By British Heart Foundation
Faster progress is needed to tackle heart care waits
Long waits for heart care put people at higher risk of avoidable heart attacks, disabling heart failure and even premature death
Navigating the economic impact of neurological disorders in the UK Partner content
Health
By Roche Products Ltd
Navigating the economic impact of neurological disorders in the UK
Neurological conditions affect one in six Britons, impacting lives, work, and the economy. A recent report produced by The Economist Impact on the economic impact of neurological conditions on the UK was the focus of discussion at a parliamentary event last month that explored potential ways to transform patient care
Sunbeds – the myths and the facts Partner content
Health
By The Sunbed Association
Sunbeds – the myths and the facts
Professional sunbeds help people to tan “responsibly” without burning, says The Sunbed Association
Why Housing First should be at the core of a mission-led Labour government
Communities
By Paula Barker MP
Why Housing First should be at the core of a mission-led Labour government
Keir Starmer has vowed the next Labour government will be a ‘Mission Government’.
Building Blocks: How will Labour get housebuilding on track?
Communities
By Rob Merrick
Building Blocks: How will Labour get housebuilding on track?
Keir Starmer has promised to ‘bulldoze’ the planning system to spur a boom in housebuilding. But with little detail, are cracks beginning to show in Labour’s proposals for housing reform. Rob Merrick reports
Iran’s threshold for chaos is too high
Foreign affairs
By Alicia Kearns MP
Iran’s threshold for chaos is too high
Iran’s threshold for chaos and hostilities is far too high. Born out of the revolution of 1979, the Islamic Republic’s purpose was stated explicitly by Ayatollah Khomeini: “We should try hard to export our revolution to the world.”
Escalation of conflict in Yemen spells disaster for the region
Foreign affairs
By Flick Drummond MP
Escalation of conflict in Yemen spells disaster for the region
Yemen is global news again thanks to the Houthis’ drone attacks against shipping in the Red Sea. The war in Gaza has given the Houthis an opportunity to raise their international profile as very few people had heard of them except those of us engaged in Yemen over many years.
We must be more ambitious in efforts to modernise the UK’s rail network Partner content
Transport
By WSP
We must be more ambitious in efforts to modernise the UK’s rail network
WSP’s Martin Heffer discusses how, in the UK’s move towards a sustainable and connected future, its rail network must be modernised to alleviate pressure on existing systems and provide confidence in UK infrastructure delivery
Historic wins, inspiring moments and British success: MPs share what they’re looking forward to at the Paris Olympics Partner content
Communities
By UK Sport
Historic wins, inspiring moments and British success: MPs share what they’re looking forward to at the Paris Olympics
Amidst everything else expected in 2024, a new wave of Olympic and Paralympic athletes are preparing to head across the Channel, aiming to win gold in Paris. Team GB and ParalympicsGB, backed by support from the Government and National Lottery, are hoping to inspire the nation once again with extraordinary sporting moments and medal-winning performances.
Tribute to Ronnie Campbell
Obituaries
By Ian Lavery MP
Tribute to Ronnie Campbell
An MP for 32 years until he retired in 2019, Ronnie Campbell never ceased working to better the lives of working-class people in his constituency. An inspirational man with a distinctive sense of humour, he was a source of great support to me – and many others
Air pollution is hitting minority ethnic and low income communities hardest
Environment
By L'Myah Sherae and Lord Woolley
Air pollution is hitting minority ethnic and low income communities hardest
Londoners are being exposed to illegal levels of air pollution.
Solidarity with Ukrainian miners on the frontline of democracy in Europe
Foreign affairs
By Mick Antoniw
Solidarity with Ukrainian miners on the frontline of democracy in Europe
Two years ago, I was in Kyiv with politicians and trade union leaders.
Data: driving the UK’s growth and productivity Partner content
Economy
By Advertising Association
Data: driving the UK’s growth and productivity
The data-driven economy is critical to our future growth and prosperity. With the Data Protection and Digital Information (DPDI) Bill entering Lords Committee Stage shortly, this is our opportunity to keep the UK at the global forefront of digital innovation, regulation, and governance. We believe that the UK public will also benefit from better use of personal data, which will deliver a stronger economy, more efficient and effective public services, and greater innovation in science and technology. The Advertising and Marketing Industry supports this legislation, but there is a real opportunity to make it even better.
Regulatory certainty as a key ingredient for industry resilience Partner content
Energy
By BASF
Regulatory certainty as a key ingredient for industry resilience
Chemicals are essential for modern lifestyles and industry sectors such as pharmaceuticals, automotive, technology and water purification depend on chemical products as critical raw materials.
The John Bew profile: 'I’m not even sure that he is a Conservative'
Political parties
By Sienna Rodgers and Sophie Church
The John Bew profile: 'I’m not even sure that he is a Conservative'
Foreign policy adviser John Bew has worked for three successive prime ministers. Sophie Church and Sienna Rodgers explore why he is so valuable. Illustration by Tracy Worrall
The Professor Will See You Now: Beards – a turnoff for voters?
Political parties
By Professor Philip Cowley
The Professor Will See You Now: Beards – a turnoff for voters?
In an occasional series, Professor Philip Cowley offers a political science lesson for The House’s readers. This week: beards
Ethical and sustainable conservation can’t be achieved with endangered animals in hunters’ cross-hairs Partner content
Environment
By Humane World for Animals UK
Ethical and sustainable conservation can’t be achieved with endangered animals in hunters’ cross-hairs
MPs debating a Bill to ban imports of hunting trophies should reflect on a new biodiversity law in South Africa enshrining that killing wildlife for pleasure and to acquire body parts as a status symbol has no place in the future of sustainable tourism or biodiversity policy.
Restoration & Renewal Debate Postponed Until After Election
Parliament
By Sophie Church
Restoration & Renewal Debate Postponed Until After Election
MPs will be unable to debate the options tabled for Parliament’s restoration and renewal (R&R) before the general election, a member of the R&R Client Board has claimed.
UK leadership in international development Partner content
Foreign affairs
By Coalition for Global Prosperity
UK leadership in international development
At a time when the world is facing what Lord Cameron, the Foreign Secretary, has described as a daunting set of international challenges, the United Kingdom is at its most influential when it acts as a global leader in development as well as in defence and diplomacy. With a smart and effective aid budget, which leverages British expertise, the UK can transform lives and boost security and prosperity at home and abroad.
Dawn Butler reviews 'Bob Marley: One Love'
Books & culture
By Dawn Butler MP
Dawn Butler reviews 'Bob Marley: One Love'
A film celebrating the music and creativity of Bob Marley, director Reinaldo Marcus Green also places the role a strong Black woman front and centre of the story
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2025
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Derby Suite
Total Politics at the Conservative Party Conference
Parliament's People Awards
2026
The Palace of Westminster
Parliament's People Awards
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