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Recipes for Disaster: Kemi's steak
Recipes for Disaster: Kemi's steak
Parliament
By Robert Hutton
Back in 2006, a pollster advised George Osborne that the public generally knew at most three things about any politician, and that he should think what he would like them to be.
The future of science is animal-free – will the UK catch up?
Social affairs
By Irene Campbell MP
The future of science is animal-free – will the UK catch up?
Theresa May’s immigration skills charge was a good idea badly implemented – Labour can make it work
Home affairs
By Jake Richards MP
Theresa May’s immigration skills charge was a good idea badly implemented – Labour can make it work
Losing weight shouldn't mean losing choice Partner content
Health
By Slimming World
Losing weight shouldn't mean losing choice
The government’s fraud strategy must bring all sectors together Partner content
Communities
By Which?
The government’s fraud strategy must bring all sectors together
Vulnerable people should not be punished for DWP welfare errors
Economy
By Sian Berry MP
Vulnerable people should not be punished for DWP welfare errors
The assisted dying bill is flawed both in substance and process
Health
By Sarah Bool MP
The assisted dying bill is flawed both in substance and process
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Former Defence Minister Says Homes Must Stockpile Candles, Radios And Iodine Tablets To Prepare For Attacks
Former Defence Minister Says Homes Must Stockpile Candles, Radios And Iodine Tablets To Prepare For Attacks
Communities
Labour Figures Fear More Gaza Independent Gains At The Local Elections
Labour Figures Fear More Gaza Independent Gains At The Local Elections
Political parties
It’s time to consider stockpiling – a grey-zone attack on the UK is likely
It’s time to consider stockpiling – a grey-zone attack on the UK is likely
By Tobias Ellwood
Defence
Tories Criticise 'Outrageous' Choice Of Football Regulator Chair Who Donated £75,000 To Labour MPs In Two Years
Tories Criticise "Outrageous" Choice Of Football Regulator Chair Who Donated £75,000 To Labour MPs In Two Years
Culture
Reform Is The Common Enemy In The Unpredictable Race For Hull And East Yorkshire Mayor
Reform Is The Common Enemy In The Unpredictable Race For Hull And East Yorkshire Mayor
Political parties
Five Days In Israel: 'Victory For Us Is Civilians Coming Back'
Five Days In Israel: "Victory For Us Is Civilians Coming Back"
Foreign affairs
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Labour MPs want to see an end to Conservative austerity
Economy
By Andy McDonald MP
Labour MPs want to see an end to Conservative austerity
Austerity is synonymous with the decline in public services, stagnation of incomes and fall in living standards we saw over 14 years of Conservative government.
London’s super sewer shows that a bold vision and close collaboration can deliver infrastructure Partner content
Energy
By Tideway
London’s super sewer shows that a bold vision and close collaboration can deliver infrastructure
The Thames Tideway Tunnel – London’s new ‘super sewer’ – is now fully connected. As we look forward to a healthier future, it’s right to reflect on how this vital project has been delivered
We must widen the general public's access to financial advice
Economy
By Harriett Baldwin MP
We must widen the general public's access to financial advice
In her search for growth, the Chancellor is eyeing up the billions of pounds UK savers keep in cash for a rainy day.
Unlocking the potential of UK infrastructure – a pathway to growth and sustainability Partner content
Energy
By WSP
Unlocking the potential of UK infrastructure – a pathway to growth and sustainability
Investment in infrastructure is critical to achieving the Government’s missions of economic growth, housing, clean energy and net zero, says Paul Reilly, WSP’s new UK and Ireland President & Managing Director, in an interview with The House
'Valuable insights into a thin-skinned billionaire': Sarah Owen reviews 'Character Limit'
Books & culture
By Sarah Owen MP
'Valuable insights into a thin-skinned billionaire': Sarah Owen reviews 'Character Limit'
Kate Conger and Ryan Mac have produced a fascinating and important examination of Elon Musk's chaotic acquisition of Twitter
In Labour's search for meaning, its MPs will need to be patient
Communities
By Theo Bertram
In Labour's search for meaning, its MPs will need to be patient
Liz Kendall’s welfare cuts this week exposed an underlying tension in the Labour Party between fiscal necessity and political identity.
Modernising farm infrastructure with virtual fencing Partner content
Technology
By Nofence
Modernising farm infrastructure with virtual fencing
Modernising agricultural infrastructure is key to meeting the UK’s land use and environmental goals. Virtual fencing offers a scalable, cost-effective solution that enhances sustainability, improves farm efficiency, and supports nature recovery
A standardised reporting framework is needed to help farmers reduce their environmental impact Partner content
Environment
By Tesco
A standardised reporting framework is needed to help farmers reduce their environmental impact
Three-quarters of farmers are concerned by the lack of consistency in environmental standards and assurance and want to see greater commonality in how sustainability metrics are measured
Nobody wins from the broken welfare system in the long run – we owe those it traps to fix it
Health
By Jo White MP
Nobody wins from the broken welfare system in the long run – we owe those it traps to fix it
Last week, I met the parents of a young woman living independently, albeit with epilepsy and learning difficulties, who wants to do well in life.
Abolishing NHS England won’t solve anything
Health
By Lord Lansley
Abolishing NHS England won’t solve anything
NHS England should not continue in its current form. But Wes Streeting's 'moving deck chairs' abolition won't work.
Taking a chainsaw to NHS England is not the sign of a healthy state
Health
By Jennifer Dixon
Taking a chainsaw to NHS England is not the sign of a healthy state
Yes, NHS England needed to improve. But this wasn't the way to go about it.
Labour austerity will cost us dearly at the ballot box
Health
By Diane Abbott MP
Labour austerity will cost us dearly at the ballot box
Nobody would have guessed when he was running for the leadership of the Labour Party that, within months of actually becoming Prime Minister, Keir Starmer would be calling for £5bn cuts in the welfare budget, in particular payments to the disabled.
Peter Kyle is right to use ChatGPT – all ministers must embrace tech
Technology
By Sam Sharps
Peter Kyle is right to use ChatGPT – all ministers must embrace tech
Technology Secretary Peter Kyle has hit the headlines after his use of ChatGPT was revealed. But he is right to take advantage of AI and his colleagues would do well to follow his lead.
To make our roads safer, we need a crackdown on dodgy number plates
Communities
By Sarah Coombes MP
To make our roads safer, we need a crackdown on dodgy number plates
I had never heard of a ghost plate until about a month ago. I was standing on Kenrick Way – a busy A-road in my constituency – with our local police and crime commissioner (PCC) and the Secretary of State for Transport, Heidi Alexander.
The Petitions Committee is a vital reminder of the democratic mandates that MPs posses
Parliament
By Jamie Stone MP
The Petitions Committee is a vital reminder of the democratic mandates that MPs posses
As chair of the Petitions Committee, I see that its methods of working are rather different from those of other select committees in the House of Commons.
Investing in sustainable innovations to address pressing environmental challenges Partner content
Environment
By BASF
Investing in sustainable innovations to address pressing environmental challenges
Ahead of the publication of the government’s Industrial Strategy, the collaboration between BASF, Pulpex and its partners showcases industry’s tangible commitment to sustainable innovative solutions and the green transition.
Morocco can play a key role in the UK's clean energy mission
Energy
By Sir Nick Harvey
Morocco can play a key role in the UK's clean energy mission
Sourcing energy from a country with a guaranteed supply of sunshine and wind would help the government in its mission to bring down energy bills.
Let’s care for those who care for us – and end medical misogyny
Health
By Geeta Nargund
Let’s care for those who care for us – and end medical misogyny
The UK has the largest gender health gap in the G20 and the 12th largest globally. Until we understand the underlying reasons behind this ‘medical misogyny’ and find practical solutions, the NHS reform agenda is doomed to fail.
The Gulf is a key part of the Strategic Defence Review
Defence
By Fawaz bin Mohammed Al Khalifa
The Gulf is a key part of the Strategic Defence Review
The Strategic Defence Review provides a unique opportunity for the UK and Bahrain to further strengthen their historic relationship.
Our committee gives backbenchers the opportunity to vote on issues their parties might overlook
Parliament
By Bob Blackman MP
Our committee gives backbenchers the opportunity to vote on issues their parties might overlook
When the Backbench Business Committee was established in 2010, it was the first business committee of any kind in the House of Commons. Nearly 15 years later, the committee has played a vital role in the functioning of our parliamentary democracy.
Reshaping procedure: Exploring new ideas for improving parliamentary practices
Parliament
By Cat Smith MP
Reshaping procedure: Exploring new ideas for improving parliamentary practices
When you hear the word ‘procedure’ you probably think of standing orders, Erskine May and the MPs’ Guide to Procedure. But the Procedure Committee’s remit goes far beyond that.
Lord Lexden reviews: 'Clarissa, Muse to Power'
Books & culture
By Lord Lexden
Lord Lexden reviews: 'Clarissa, Muse to Power'
Drawing on the letters and diaries Clarissa Eden bequeathed to him upon her death age 101, Hugo Vickers reveals many secrets in this affectionate biography
Social prescribing: a UK innovation taking the world by storm Partner content
Health
By National Academy for Social Prescribing
Social prescribing: a UK innovation taking the world by storm
“Social prescribing” – an approach first widely implemented by GPs and community leaders in England – has now been adopted in more than 30 countries around the world
Magistrates are essential to an efficient family justice system
Home affairs
By Tracy Sortwell
Magistrates are essential to an efficient family justice system
In private law cases, magistrates determine what is in the best interests of children when parents are separating and cannot agree on arrangements.
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Journey to Safety: Combatting Disability Hate Crime on Public Transport
2025
Surveyor's House, 12 Great George Street, SW1P 3AD
Journey to Safety: Combatting Disability Hate Crime on Public Transport
Starmer: One Year On
2025
Online
Starmer: One Year On
Net Zero Week 2025
2025
Virtual
Net Zero Week 2025
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