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The Health and Social Care Committee found that there are serious issues facing sexual health in England. Ministers should stop burying their heads in the sand and show leadership, writes Ben Bradshaw
While millions of people gamble responsibly, for too many it can lead to dangerous levels of addiction, says Jeremy Wright
The culture of the Commons may be constantly evolving, but the issue of how MPs treat their own staff will be more difficult to police, writes Tony Grew
Would Conservative MPs really back a vote of no confidence in a Tory prime minister to prevent leaving the EU empty-handed, asks Sebastian Whale
A number of leading Conservatives could find themselves on the backbenches when the new prime minister enters No 10. With MPs facing deselection threats, and as their numbers diminish in the Commons, can One Nation Conservatives fight back? Sebastian Whale speaks to David Gauke and others about the future of Tory centrists
We cannot wait for the Northern Irish Assembly to sit again to reform abortion laws. Westminster should put in temporary measures now, no matter what the Conservative leadership candidates say, writes Diana Johnson
With our food market dominated by big chains, it is harder for people to make the healthy choice, writes Dean Hochlaf
UK gambling operators’ new voluntary proposals are to be applauded – but funds must be channelled through an independent delivery body to ensure absolute transparency, says Lord Chadlington
Select committees are more influential and high profile than ever before. Forty years on from the establishment of the departmental select committee system, The House magazine is pleased to bring you this handy guide to committees and their vital work
A ‘reliable anchor’ midst the storms of political life, Geoff Tordoff helped steer the Liberal Party through turbulent times. Lord Steel remembers a popular peacemaker
I have seen first-hand the transformative effect that mentoring can have on young people. Let’s harness its potential to intervene and support those at risk of disengaging from education, says Preet Gill
Marie Le Conte speaks to Parliamentarians to find out more about the human side of politics. This week, Conservative MP Andrew Bowie on being a ‘cool geek’, growing up as a Tory in Scotland and the most embarrassing moment of his life
Connecting Communities is an initiative aimed at empowering and strengthening community ties across the UK. Launched in partnership with The National Lottery, it aims to promote dialogue and support Parliamentarians working to nurture a more connected society.
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