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London Still Dominates Our Economy. Can The Trend Finally Be Reversed?
London Still Dominates Our Economy. Can The Trend Finally Be Reversed?
Communities
The UK is often described as the most regionally unequal developed country. The issue, say experts, hasn't been London overperforming, but second cities underperforming. To truly address this, regions require much more political power, reports Benedict Cooper
In Greater Manchester, we have a plan to put prevention at the heart of the health system
Health
By Andy Burnham
In Greater Manchester, we have a plan to put prevention at the heart of the health system
What the assisted dying bill impact assessment tells us – and what it leaves out
Health
By Professor Katherine Sleeman
What the assisted dying bill impact assessment tells us – and what it leaves out
Baby Steps, Big Returns: Why Early Years Research Must Shape National Policy Partner content
Education
By University of East London
Baby Steps, Big Returns: Why Early Years Research Must Shape National Policy
Starmer needs to show his government is taking poverty seriously, quickly
Communities
By Lord Bird
Starmer needs to show his government is taking poverty seriously, quickly
Tory MP Lincoln Jopp: I Am Up For The Fight With Nigel Farage
Defence
Tory MP Lincoln Jopp: I Am Up For The Fight With Nigel Farage
The UK must consider carefully whether China is a trustworthy business partner
Economy
By Baroness Kennedy
The UK must consider carefully whether China is a trustworthy business partner
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Labour Row Over “Brain Dead” NI Exemption for Indian Workers In Trade Deal
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Economy
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Environment
Blue Labour's Jonathan Rutherford Is Helping No 10 Find Purpose, Energy And A Story To Tell
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London Still Dominates Our Economy. Can The Trend Finally Be Reversed?
Communities
London Still Dominates Our Economy. Can The Trend Finally Be Reversed?
In Greater Manchester, we have a plan to put prevention at the heart of the health system
Health
By Andy Burnham
In Greater Manchester, we have a plan to put prevention at the heart of the health system
What the assisted dying bill impact assessment tells us – and what it leaves out
Health
By Professor Katherine Sleeman
What the assisted dying bill impact assessment tells us – and what it leaves out
Starmer needs to show his government is taking poverty seriously, quickly
Communities
By Lord Bird
Starmer needs to show his government is taking poverty seriously, quickly
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The Ultimate Insider: An Appreciation Of Lord Hennessy
Defence
The Ultimate Insider: An Appreciation Of Lord Hennessy
He has mapped the British state for decades, including its most secret corners. In doing so he has helped shape our institutions and the individuals who run them.
Trade Envoys: Cheap, Effective Diplomacy Or Patronage-Fuelled Freebie Fest?
Foreign affairs
Trade Envoys: Cheap, Effective Diplomacy Or Patronage-Fuelled Freebie Fest?
A neat way of getting freebies while ducking transparency around interests, or an inexpensive scheme for bringing highly valued growth and business to the UK? Sienna Rodgers takes a look at trade envoys
Jonathan Reynolds: US Criticism Of Beijing’s Economic Policy Is “Reasonable”
Economy
Jonathan Reynolds: US Criticism Of Beijing’s Economic Policy Is “Reasonable”
As Labour looks for a carve-out from Trump’s tariffs, Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds tells Sophie Church why the UK should help the US address China’s imbalanced trading position
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Friends Like These: How Trump Is Hurting Conservatives Across The Anglosphere
Foreign affairs
Friends Like These: How Trump Is Hurting Conservatives Across The Anglosphere
Mark Carney’s Canada win and Anthony Albanese's victory in Australia led many to claim that Donald Trump has become an electoral liability for other right-wing leaders. Tom Scotson assesses his impact on Anglosphere democracies
My party must give Parliament a say on any UK-US trade deal
Economy
By Clive Lewis MP
My party must give Parliament a say on any UK-US trade deal
In all the media discussion about the government’s trade talks with the USA, one issue remains dangerously under-reported: the complete absence of parliamentary accountability – or wider democratic input – into the content and shape of these deals.
A trade deal with the US could spell disaster for the UK
Economy
By Ellie Chowns
A trade deal with the US could spell disaster for the UK
Britain stands at a crossroads.
Jonathan Reynolds: US Criticism Of Beijing’s Economic Policy Is “Reasonable”
Economy
Jonathan Reynolds: US Criticism Of Beijing’s Economic Policy Is “Reasonable”
As Labour looks for a carve-out from Trump’s tariffs, Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds tells Sophie Church why the UK should help the US address China’s imbalanced trading position
Celebrating 125 years of Coca-Cola in Great Britain: championing local and supporting communities Partner content
Communities
By Coca-Cola Europacific Partners
Celebrating 125 years of Coca-Cola in Great Britain: championing local and supporting communities
This year marks 125 years of Coca-Cola in Great Britain – a milestone that invites reflection, celebration and, importantly, a renewed commitment to the communities that have helped shape our journey.
Short straits, long impact: the Port of Dover’s role in growing UK-EU trade and prosperity Partner content
Transport
By Port of Dover
Short straits, long impact: the Port of Dover’s role in growing UK-EU trade and prosperity
As the vital connection between Britain and mainland Europe, the Port of Dover is leading the way in becoming the UK’s most seamless, sustainable, and tech-enabled port 
Richard Parker Interview: I Don't Care About A Brand, I Care About Values
Communities
Richard Parker Interview: I Don't Care About A Brand, I Care About Values
As West Midlands Combined Authority mayor Richard Parker approaches the end of his first year in office, he talks to Nadine Batchelor-Hunt about predecessor Andy Street, bin strikes, and his desire for a ‘pragmatic’ relationship with Westminster. Photography by Tom Pilston
If we don't change, we will lose
Political parties
By Graeme Downie MP
If we don't change, we will lose
Telling people we have a plan for change isn't enough. We need to show them.
The best way to burst Reform’s bubble? For voters to feel better-off
Political parties
By Luke Akehurst
The best way to burst Reform’s bubble? For voters to feel better-off
As a campaigning addict, April and May are usually my favourite time of year. I did indeed enjoy the spring sunshine in beautiful, green North Durham and hundreds of conversations with local voters. The results, less so.
Caught between Trump and the EU, Starmer must perform a tricky balancing act
Brexit
By Jill Rutter
Caught between Trump and the EU, Starmer must perform a tricky balancing act
There was a chapter in the 2024 Labour manifesto called “Britain reconnected” which set out its plans for a reset with the EU, singling out France and Germany as allies with whom relationships needed to be rebuilt.
Labour’s response to grooming gangs misses the point – why would councils want to expose their own failings?
Home affairs
By Baroness Fox
Labour’s response to grooming gangs misses the point – why would councils want to expose their own failings?
Since the present government has made much of its commitment to tackling violence against women and girls, I genuinely assumed it would prioritise the scourge of ongoing, organised grooming gangs, raping some of the most vulnerable in society.
Tribute to Pope Francis: 'His papacy was joyful, irreverent and fallible'
Obituaries
By Mary Creagh
Tribute to Pope Francis: 'His papacy was joyful, irreverent and fallible'
The first pontiff from Latin America, his papacy was joyful, irreverent and fallible. Fully human, and a passionate proponent of peace and social justice, Pope Francis was a pope like no other. Words by Mary Creagh