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Red wall, blue wall: Can the Tory coalition hold?
Red wall, blue wall: Can the Tory coalition hold?
Political parties
By Sophie Church
The Conservatives’ victory in 2019 led many to believe there had been a fundamental realignment in British politics as the party swept through a so-called red wall of formerly Labour seats. Now, the Tories face an uphill struggle to retain those gains, and appear vulnerable in some of their own blue wall heartlands. Sophie Church explores how the party intends to keep together its electoral coalition
How the Conservatives can win again
Political parties
By David Lidington
How the Conservatives can win again
State of the Conservative Party
Political parties
By Tim Bale
State of the Conservative Party
The Conservative Party must rediscover Thatcher’s pioneering climate leadership
Environment
By Lord Deben
The Conservative Party must rediscover Thatcher’s pioneering climate leadership
Church v State: how the Tories and the Bishops began to spar
Social affairs
By Tali Fraser
Church v State: how the Tories and the Bishops began to spar
The James Cleverly interview: 'Trump's particular style can be surprisingly effective'
Foreign affairs
By Tali Fraser
The James Cleverly interview: "Trump's particular style can be surprisingly effective"
The Lib Dems have a community-led vision to tackle the housing crisis
Communities
By Baroness Thornhill
The Lib Dems have a community-led vision to tackle the housing crisis
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State of the Conservative Party
State of the Conservative Party
By Tim Bale
Political parties
Lord Sandwich reviews 'My Fourth Time, We Drowned'
Lord Sandwich reviews 'My Fourth Time, We Drowned'
By Earl of Sandwich
Books & culture
Church v State: how the Tories and the Bishops began to spar
Church v State: how the Tories and the Bishops began to spar
By Tali Fraser
Social affairs
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Tackling Voter Apathy Will Be Key To Conservative General Election Campaign
Political parties
Tackling Voter Apathy Will Be Key To Conservative General Election Campaign
Rishi Sunak Will Tell Tory Conference He Takes Decisions That Others Have Ignored
Political parties
Rishi Sunak Will Tell Tory Conference He Takes Decisions That Others Have Ignored
Foreign Secretary Praises Donald Trump's Foreign Policy Style
Foreign affairs
Foreign Secretary Praises Donald Trump's Foreign Policy Style
Relationship Between Bishops And Government Could Be 'Unfixable' After Migration Clashes
Home affairs
Relationship Between Bishops And Government Could Be "Unfixable" After Migration Clashes
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30 years of service: The Lord Harries of Pentregarth interview
Parliament
By Sophie Church
30 years of service: The Lord Harries of Pentregarth interview
Lord Harries of Pentregarth is only the second diocesan bishop to return to the House post-retirement. Now, in his 30th year in the House of Lords, he speaks to Sophie Church about Lords reform, his achievements, and the moralising rhetoric he currently sees in Parliament
“I don’t think the word coalition is going to pass anybody’s lips”: talking strategy with the Lib Dems
Political parties
By Sophie Church
“I don’t think the word coalition is going to pass anybody’s lips”: talking strategy with the Lib Dems
The Liberal Democrats have been steadily rebuilding since the disappointment of the 2019 general election. With recent local council and by-election successes, Sophie Church explores how their strategy may yield national results, and what kind of government could soon be in power. Illustrations by Tracy Worrall
Who are the Liberal Democrats?
Political parties
By Tali Fraser
Who are the Liberal Democrats?
Buoyed by a succession of by-election wins, the Liberal Democrats have set their sights on becoming the third largest party in the Commons at the next general election. But as they grow in popularity, the question of what the party really stands for is becoming more pressing. Tali Fraser tries to answer it. Illustration by Tracy Worrall
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We must force water firms to put the environment before profits
Environment
By Tim Farron MP
We must force water firms to put the environment before profits
Without a doubt, people up and down the country are fed up with their water companies.
It’s time we end cruel animal testing in the UK for good
Environment
By Will Young
It’s time we end cruel animal testing in the UK for good
I was shocked, actually, in disbelief, when I learnt that we still test on animals in the United Kingdom.
The Professor Will See You Now
Parliament
By Professor Philip Cowley
The Professor Will See You Now
In an occasional series, Professor Philip Cowley offers a political science lesson for The House’s readers. Here: inbetweener politicians
Lords Diary: Lord Thurso
Culture
By Lord Thurso
Lords Diary: Lord Thurso
Down to earth with a bump after a summer recess of chieftain duties and a family wedding in Caithness
The Daisy Cooper interview: 'Our only focus is winning as many seats as possible'
Home affairs
By Tali Fraser
The Daisy Cooper interview: "Our only focus is winning as many seats as possible"
Daisy Cooper thinks the time has come for the Liberal Democrats to change British politics; and says it will only come if the party takes the Tories head-on. She talks to Tali Fraser about what the party really stands for, its stance on Europe, and why she’s approaching the election with an athletic mindset. Photography by Louise Haywood-Schiefer
Taking the stage: Meet MP4, Parliament's first and only ever rock band
Parliament
By Sophie Church
Taking the stage: Meet MP4, Parliament's first and only ever rock band
MP4, Parliament’s very own rock band, is celebrating 20 years in the business this year. From working with famous producers, to contending with fall-outs, to seeing deputy prime ministers move and groove, the former and present MPs in the band speak to Sophie Church about their journey so far. Photography by Louise Haywood-Schiefer
Tribute to Lord Haworth by Lord Smith
Obituaries
By Lord Smith of Finsbury
Tribute to Lord Haworth by Lord Smith
A no-nonsense Lancastrian and former secretary to the PLP, Lord Haworth had a passion for his party and for the mountains of Scotland. Warm, witty and stubborn, he was also the most loyal of friends
Engaging, thoughtful and funny: Kathryn Stone reviews 'Code of Conduct'
Books & culture
By Kathryn Stone
Engaging, thoughtful and funny: Kathryn Stone reviews 'Code of Conduct'
A powerful examination of parliamentary conduct and the eroding of standards, Chris Bryant’s book begins on 3 November 2021 – a day I will always remember
The Alarming Surge of STIs in the UK: Government Inaction Raises Concerns
Health
By Florence Eshalomi MP
The Alarming Surge of STIs in the UK: Government Inaction Raises Concerns
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) continue to be a growing public health concern in the United Kingdom, with rates reaching unprecedented levels.
In Brief: Obesity
Health
By Grant Hill-Cawthorne
In Brief: Obesity
In an occasional series, staff from Parliament’s libraries give The House choice nuggets from the archives. This week, Professor Grant Hill-Cawthorne, House of Commons librarian and managing director of research and information, looks at the UK’s obesity problem
England’s chief nurse congratulates NHS Parliamentary Awards winners
Health
By Dame Ruth May
England’s chief nurse congratulates NHS Parliamentary Awards winners
This year, I had the honour of chairing our national judging panel for the NHS Parliamentary Awards. Already a highlight in our annual calendar, this year was particularly notable as it formed part of how we marked the 75th anniversary of the NHS.
The NHS workforce plan is welcome but lacks detail and funding
Health
By Patricia Marquis
The NHS workforce plan is welcome but lacks detail and funding
The much-delayed publication of the NHS workforce plan is an important moment, and undoubtedly a positive step to have the scale of the NHS staff shortage – including sky-high nurse vacancies – recognised.
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Engineering a Better World

Engineering a Better World

The Engineering a Better World podcast series from The House magazine and the IET is back for series two! New host Jonn Elledge discusses with parliamentarians and industry experts how technology and engineering can provide policy solutions to our changing world.

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