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This crisis should be the catalyst for a giant leap forward for digital democracy
This crisis should be the catalyst for a giant leap forward for digital democracy
Coronavirus
By Robert Halfon MP
Many MPs and Peers will not be able to attend their respective chambers - but they should not be prevented from carrying out their duties.
This coronavirus pandemic must shape our thinking and action over the climate crisis
Coronavirus
By Caroline Lucas MP
This coronavirus pandemic must shape our thinking and action over the climate crisis
The government's failure to prepare for a pandemic was a dereliction of duty
Coronavirus
By Baroness Brinton
The government's failure to prepare for a pandemic was a dereliction of duty
History will judge Jeremy Corbyn as the worst leader ever
Coronavirus
By Neil Coyle MP
History will judge Jeremy Corbyn as the worst leader ever
Universal Basic Income would protect people in times of crisis like this
Coronavirus
By Ronnie Cowan MP
Universal Basic Income would protect people in times of crisis like this
We are simply not testing enough people to mitigate the spread of coronavirus
Coronavirus
By Peter Kyle MP
We are simply not testing enough people to mitigate the spread of coronavirus
Jeremy Corbyn's departure should mean an end to intolerance and factionalism in the Labour Party
Political parties
By Lord Mandelson
Jeremy Corbyn's departure should mean an end to intolerance and factionalism in the Labour Party
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Delaying COP26 was the right decision – but delay must not mean dither
Coronavirus
By Luke Pollard MP
Delaying COP26 was the right decision – but delay must not mean dither
Coronavirus: Wearing face masks makes no difference to spread of disease, insists UK medical chief
Coronavirus
Coronavirus: Wearing face masks makes no difference to spread of disease, insists UK medical chief
We need united leadership, the prime minister must follow Wales’ lead
Coronavirus
By Anna McMorrin MP
We need united leadership, the prime minister must follow Wales’ lead
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Coronavirus
By IPSE
IPSE welcomes new business loan expansion, but warns more must be done for limited company self-employed
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Delaying COP26 was the right decision – but delay must not mean dither
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03 Apr
Coronavirus: Wearing face masks makes no difference to spread of disease, insists UK medical chief
16:13
03 Apr
We need united leadership, the prime minister must follow Wales’ lead
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03 Apr
IPSE welcomes new business loan expansion, but warns more must be done for limited company self-employed
13:35
03 Apr
Coronavirus safety failings
13:33
03 Apr
Boris Johnson urges Brits to stay at home despite good weather this weekend
13:22
03 Apr
Boris Johnson to remain self-isolated as he is still suffering from coronavirus symptoms
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03 Apr
RIA welcomes Network Rail measures on supplier payments
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03 Apr
Bar Council urges Government to act over the Bar's Covid-19 financial fears
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03 Apr
Tories spent £2.6m on lacklustre European election campaign which saw them pushed into fifth place, new figures show
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Together we will rise to the challenge of this historic crisis and emerge from it stronger
Coronavirus
By Lindsay Hoyle MP
Together we will rise to the challenge of this historic crisis and emerge from it stronger
If we can all do our bit, go against our instincts and keep our distance, stay indoors, yet stay in touch, we will endure this, writes Sir Lindsay Hoyle
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
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
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We must stay together even when apart
Coronavirus
By Rachel Reeves MP and Seema Kennedy
We must stay together even when apart
While coronavirus is first and foremost a medical emergency, its impact on the nation’s emotional and mental well-being should not be overlooked.
The reality of ‘sovereignty’ post-Brexit is more complex than the Government lets on
Brexit
By Lord Wallace
The reality of ‘sovereignty’ post-Brexit is more complex than the Government lets on
Absolutist language masks whether negotiating true economic and political independence is even possible.
With Jeremy Corbyn, we had a leader who stood side-by-side with the oppressed
Home affairs
By Zarah Sultana MP
With Jeremy Corbyn, we had a leader who stood side-by-side with the oppressed
Jeremy’s leadership inspired hope of a better future in hundreds of thousands Labour members and millions of voters. That hope needs to be kept alive.
With unprecedented numbers of people needing to access Universal Credit, the government must act quickly
Coronavirus
By Margaret Greenwood MP
With unprecedented numbers of people needing to access Universal Credit, the government must act quickly
Universal Credit’s five-week wait continues to be a source of difficulty for anyone wanting to claim support amid the coronavirus crisis, writes Labour’s Shadow Work and Pensions Secretary Margaret Greenwood.
How do you police a pandemic
Coronavirus
By Policy Exchange
How do you police a pandemic
Despite a shift in resources and duties, the police will rise to the multiple challenges posed by this unprecedented pandemic.
Jeremy Corbyn’s failure on anti-Jewish racism will rightly forever tarnish his reputation
Home affairs
By Ruth Smeeth
Jeremy Corbyn’s failure on anti-Jewish racism will rightly forever tarnish his reputation
While our position on Brexit cost the Labour party votes, the unresolved crisis of anti-Semitism nearly cost us our soul.
In an era of hybrid warfare, departments must work together to protect Britain
Defence
By Alicia Kearns MP
In an era of hybrid warfare, departments must work together to protect Britain
The Integrated Review demands innovation and forward thinking – and it must focus on keeping our people safe.
We should thank Jeremy Corbyn’s leadership for bringing Labour back to being a member-led party
Political parties
By Barry Gardiner MP
We should thank Jeremy Corbyn’s leadership for bringing Labour back to being a member-led party
As Jeremy Corbyn steps down as leader of the Labour Party, it is right that we examine where our party is politically, intellectually and morally.
Wendy Chamberlain: ‘I’ve been described as the Lib Dem who picks up all the bits and pieces’
Political parties
By Georgina Bailey
Wendy Chamberlain: ‘I’ve been described as the Lib Dem who picks up all the bits and pieces’
The new MP for North East Fife on potholes, proportional representation and why you should always "have a go".
The Government must reassess its choice to exclude DIT from the foreign affairs review
Foreign affairs
By Angus MacNeil MP
The Government must reassess its choice to exclude DIT from the foreign affairs review
International trade will help shape the UK’s position in the world. By neglecting this core department, the Government risks undermining the credibility of the upcoming Integrated Review.
Reviewing Britain's approach to the world must be about much more than defence
Foreign affairs
By Tom Tugendhat MP
Reviewing Britain's approach to the world must be about much more than defence
Government must not limit itself to military matters. It must rediscover the lost art of strategy at the heart of Whitehall – and foreign affairs is a key part of that.
Absorbing DfID into the FCO would dilute the effectiveness of UK aid
Foreign affairs
By Sarah Champion MP
Absorbing DfID into the FCO would dilute the effectiveness of UK aid
I have no issue with examining foreign policy. What concerns me is the timeframe. The International Development Committee must have a voice in the Government’s Integrated Review.
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