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Covid-19 shows that sometimes the worst-case scenario really does happen - we must learn the lessons for defence
Covid-19 shows that sometimes the worst-case scenario really does happen - we must learn the lessons for defence
Coronavirus
By Julian Lewis MP
The coronavirus crisis should serve as a warning not to cut corners when it comes to the safety of our country 
We can prevent the deluge of homelessness and unemployment that threatens to engulf us
Coronavirus
By Lord Bird
We can prevent the deluge of homelessness and unemployment that threatens to engulf us
The unusual channels: how to whip MPs in the age of coronavirus
Political parties
By Sebastian Whale
The unusual channels: how to whip MPs in the age of coronavirus
The House of Commons has made a fundamental break with the past. But there is so much more to do
Political parties
By Jacob Rees-Mogg MP
The House of Commons has made a fundamental break with the past. But there is so much more to do
Revealed: the inside story of the explosive BBC Newsnight report into bullying and harassment in Westminster
Political parties
By Sebastian Whale
Revealed: the inside story of the explosive BBC Newsnight report into bullying and harassment in Westminster
As China expands its authoritarian military influence across the world, the West must face up to a new Sputnik moment
Coronavirus
By Tobias Ellwood MP
As China expands its authoritarian military influence across the world, the West must face up to a new Sputnik moment
Britain must reassert its values and interests on the global stage – starting with a new China strategy
Foreign affairs
By Stephen Kinnock MP
Britain must reassert its values and interests on the global stage – starting with a new China strategy
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As China expands its authoritarian military influence across the world, the West must face up to a new Sputnik moment
As China expands its authoritarian military influence across the world, the West must face up to a new Sputnik moment
By Tobias Ellwood MP
Coronavirus
Britain must reassert its values and interests on the global stage – starting with a new China strategy
Britain must reassert its values and interests on the global stage – starting with a new China strategy
By Stephen Kinnock MP
Foreign affairs
The House of Commons has made a fundamental break with the past. But there is so much more to do
The House of Commons has made a fundamental break with the past. But there is so much more to do
By Jacob Rees-Mogg MP
Political parties
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Boris Johnson in cricket u-turn as he says sport can resume next weekend after ‘third umpire was invoked’
Coronavirus
Boris Johnson in cricket u-turn as he says sport can resume next weekend after ‘third umpire was invoked’
Analysis: Why Northern Ireland’s deputy first minister is facing her own Dominic Cummings moment over the lockdown funeral of Bobby Storey
Coronavirus
By Andrew McQuillan
Analysis: Why Northern Ireland’s deputy first minister is facing her own Dominic Cummings moment over the lockdown funeral of Bobby Storey
Boris Johnson threatens more local lockdowns if people don’t follow the rules as pubs re-open for ‘Super Saturday’
Coronavirus
Boris Johnson threatens more local lockdowns if people don’t follow the rules as pubs re-open for ‘Super Saturday’
Analysis: Why Boris Johnson’s move to put the daily Lobby briefings on TV might backfire on him
Political parties
Analysis: Why Boris Johnson’s move to put the daily Lobby briefings on TV might backfire on him
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Boris Johnson in cricket u-turn as he says sport can resume next weekend after ‘third umpire was invoked’
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03 Jul
Analysis: Why Northern Ireland’s deputy first minister is facing her own Dominic Cummings moment over the lockdown funeral of Bobby Storey
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03 Jul
Boris Johnson threatens more local lockdowns if people don’t follow the rules as pubs re-open for ‘Super Saturday’
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03 Jul
Analysis: Why Boris Johnson’s move to put the daily Lobby briefings on TV might backfire on him
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Boris Johnson refuses to condemn dad Stanley over lockdown trip to Greece to 'Covid-proof rental property'
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Boris Johnson won't take the knee as he doesn’t ‘believe in gestures’ and claims police officers were ‘bullied’ into it by Black Lives Matter
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Boris Johnson to introduce White House-style daily televised media briefings saying 'people want direct engagement'
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Extend furlough scheme for people in local lockdown, Labour’s Anneliese Dodds demands
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Ben Wallace interview: UK defence isn't fit for purpose – our Armed Forces must adapt to 21st Century threats
Coronavirus
By Georgina Bailey
Ben Wallace interview: UK defence isn't fit for purpose – our Armed Forces must adapt to 21st Century threats
Ben Wallace should have spent the past few months working on the largest defence and foreign affairs review since the Cold War. Instead, he’s been mobilising thousands of troops to support the Covid-19 response. The defence secretary speaks to Georgina Bailey about the future of the Integrated Review, and why our Armed Forces should be celebrated as well as the NHS
The welfare of 400,000 stranded sailors must not be forgotten
Defence
By Lord West of Spithead
The welfare of 400,000 stranded sailors must not be forgotten
The merchant navy is key to the world's recovery from this crisis. But hundreds of thousands of sailors remain stranded. It’s time for the UK take the global lead and ensure they can get home safely
Jonathan Reynolds interview: “Universal Credit is predicated on a Victorian attitude to poor people. The very ethos of it is mean'
Coronavirus
By Georgina Bailey
Jonathan Reynolds interview: “Universal Credit is predicated on a Victorian attitude to poor people. The very ethos of it is mean"
With the country heading towards a severe recession, the social security system is facing unprecedented pressure. Shadow work and pensions secretary Jonathan Reynolds talks to Georgina Bailey about why he would scrap the “Victorian” Universal Credit system – and replace it with a programme “fit for purpose” in the post-Covid economy
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Northern Ireland remains a pawn in the Brexit negotiations
Brexit
By Lord Kinnoull
Northern Ireland remains a pawn in the Brexit negotiations
Urgent action is required by all parties in the Brexit negotiations to address the tensions at the heart of the Protocol on Ireland/Northern Ireland
Returning to Westminster is the right thing to do
Coronavirus
By Andrea Leadsom MP
Returning to Westminster is the right thing to do
Members of Parliament have a responsibility, and a duty to represent the views of the electorate in person
Why is this Government so afraid of the scrutiny of the British people?
Coronavirus
By Catherine McKinnell MP
Why is this Government so afraid of the scrutiny of the British people?
There are currently 25 petitions waiting to be debated in the House of Commons, with a combined total of more than five million signatures. If the government truly believes in the importance of scrutiny, they will not continue to deny the British people the right to have their voices heard
Britain is in a national emergency. So why are ill and disabled MPs being prevented from doing their jobs?
Coronavirus
By Robert Halfon MP
Britain is in a national emergency. So why are ill and disabled MPs being prevented from doing their jobs?
When Parliament returns next week, hundreds of MPs who are self-isolating, shielding or sick will be denied the ability to properly represent their constituents. The government must see sense and reverse this democratically unjust decision
Heritage at risk: protecting Britain's cultural treasures
Coronavirus
By Lord Cormack and Sir Tim Laurence
Heritage at risk: protecting Britain's cultural treasures
Our historic buildings, museums and galleries are some of our country’s greatest assets. It is vital we sustain them
The manufacturing sector will need targeted support to stop supply chains collapsing
Coronavirus
By Mark Pawsey MP
The manufacturing sector will need targeted support to stop supply chains collapsing
Manufacturing relies on demand. Although many manufacturers have remained open, they will need help to recover from this crisis
Technology must be properly regulated in our recovery from Covid
Coronavirus
By Darren Jones MP
Technology must be properly regulated in our recovery from Covid
Covid-19 has changed the way we use technology, and it will play a large role in our recovery too. We must therefore get the balance of innovation and regulation right
We must act now to ensure women do not bear the financial brunt of Covid-19
Coronavirus
By Gill Furniss MP
We must act now to ensure women do not bear the financial brunt of Covid-19
In previous economic crises, women were the worst impacted in the recovery measures. By introducing impact assessments, the Government can stop this happening again
Hitting restart: what challenges do the economy and business face?
Coronavirus
By The Parliamentary Office of Science & Technology
Hitting restart: what challenges do the economy and business face?
From a flooded housing market, to an increased risk of human trafficking, to structural unemployment, experts have identified a myriad of issues the Government will have to tackle in the Covid-19 crisis. Lef Apostolakis from POST explains
Our economic recovery will require expert guidance and tough decisions
Coronavirus
By Mel Stride MP
Our economic recovery will require expert guidance and tough decisions
We must give our all to our economic recovery – but it will mean making careful but tough decisions and giving a boost to consumer confidence
Rachel Reeves interview: “Usually, oppositions don’t want governments to succeed. That’s not the case at the moment”
Coronavirus
By Sebastian Whale
Rachel Reeves interview: “Usually, oppositions don’t want governments to succeed. That’s not the case at the moment”
Rachel Reeves is back on the Labour frontline after a five year hiatus. Though “shocked” to get the call up, the Leeds West MP is excited to be part of a team that she believes in. Tasked with pushing for a national recovery plan from the coronavirus crisis, she tells Sebastian Whale why we must address inequalities across society
Rent crisis: can the private rented sector avoid an eviction 'cliff edge'?
Coronavirus
By Georgina Bailey
Rent crisis: can the private rented sector avoid an eviction "cliff edge"?
Housing charities fear the private rented sector could be heading for an eviction crisis, as the economy enters what could be a long-lasting downturn. Can tenants stay in their homes? Georgina Bailey reports
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