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Growth, Railways And Energy Focus Of Labour's Government's First King's Speech
Growth, Railways And Energy Focus Of Labour's Government's First King's Speech
Environment
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has set out 40 pieces of legislation the Labour Government will aim to deliver in his first King's Speech.
New Labour MPs To Face Immediate Pressure Over Two-Child Cap
Economy
New Labour MPs To Face Immediate Pressure Over Two-Child Cap
MPs Urge Ofwat To Act As Water Bills Rise While Shareholder Dividends Continue
Environment
MPs Urge Ofwat To Act As Water Bills Rise While Shareholder Dividends Continue
Tory Focus On Immigration Has Little Appeal For Voters Moving To Labour
Economy
Tory Focus On Immigration Has Little Appeal For Voters Moving To Labour
Lack Of Transparency From Parties Over Incoming Cuts Is 'Frustrating' Says Top Economist
Economy
Lack Of Transparency From Parties Over Incoming Cuts Is "Frustrating" Says Top Economist
Rishi Sunak Appeals To Voters To Trust Tories With UK Security
Defence
Rishi Sunak Appeals To Voters To Trust Tories With UK Security
Vaughan Gething Hints Wales Wants Cash Boost Under Labour Government
Economy
Vaughan Gething Hints Wales Wants Cash Boost Under Labour Government
The House Live
How clean energy will help deliver UK economic growth Partner content
Communities
By SSE
How clean energy will help deliver UK economic growth
How social leasing of electric vehicles can drive the UK towards net-zero
Environment
By Social Market Foundation (SMF)
How social leasing of electric vehicles can drive the UK towards net-zero
Pensions are in desperate need of reform - this is how the next government should do it Partner content
Communities
By Which?
Pensions are in desperate need of reform - this is how the next government should do it
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Veteran Tory Wants Conservative Leadership Contests To Be More 'Transparent' To Stop 'Fibbing And Skulduggery'
Veteran Tory Wants Conservative Leadership Contests To Be More "Transparent" To Stop "Fibbing And Skulduggery"
Political parties
Sharon Hodgson’s Betty Boothroyd-Inspired Deputy Speaker Bid
Sharon Hodgson’s Betty Boothroyd-Inspired Deputy Speaker Bid
Political parties
Tory MPs Pressured To Declare Leadership Bids By Next Week
Tory MPs Pressured To Declare Leadership Bids By Next Week
Political parties
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Closing time: what next for London's pubs?
Communities
By Jimmy McIntosh
Closing time: what next for London's pubs?
Few sectors of industry have taken more of a beating in the last few years than that of the British pub. Jimmy McIntosh has been documenting those in London that have died, and asks what it means for the communities they serve
Jamie Driscoll predicts 'big upset' for Labour in North East mayoral race
Communities
By Sienna Rodgers
Jamie Driscoll predicts 'big upset' for Labour in North East mayoral race
North of Tyne mayor Jamie Driscoll speaks to Sienna Rodgers about quitting the Labour Party and why he is confident of winning the North East mayoral race as an independent
What Does The Spring Budget Tell Us About When An Election Could Be Called?
Economy
What Does The Spring Budget Tell Us About When An Election Could Be Called?
Economists and political scientists have suggested the Spring Budget package was so "small scale" it did not indicate the government was about to go to the polls.
Economy news
The rebuilding of Ukraine
Brexit
By Vadym Halaichuk
The rebuilding of Ukraine
The case of the post-Second World War reconstruction of Europe – the Marshall Plan – became the famous success story of the European continent’s economic transformation. In Ukraine today, I believe we face an even more complex and challenging task – not just rebuilding but offering a new agenda for forming a stronger and more competitive Europe. We have a historic chance to create a new world in which the coming together of countries will help them achieve true political independence and economic prosperity.
The real university challenge: creating a knowledge economy for all Partner content
Education
By Sheffield Hallam University
The real university challenge: creating a knowledge economy for all
Above all, universities are institutions grounded in place: we talk of the University of Oxford, the University of Liverpool. My own university – Sheffield Hallam – proudly declares its affiliation to a great city and its historic region. And universities have been great drivers of prosperity for their places.
A critical enabler: How technology is helping the UK thrive Partner content
Education
By BT
A critical enabler: How technology is helping the UK thrive
The world is transforming at an incredible pace – and even more so since the raft of change the pandemic brought to all our lives. If you’re not able to embrace the latest technology, you’ll either be outcompeted, out of business, or out of luck.
The economy made Britain great once – with the right government action, it can again
Economy
By John Longworth
The economy made Britain great once – with the right government action, it can again
The Prime Minister and Chancellor are scheduled to make a statement ostensibly about economic policy.
Green Freeport status in the Scottish Highlands could speed up a just transition to net zero Partner content
Environment
By Opportunity Cromarty Firth
Green Freeport status in the Scottish Highlands could speed up a just transition to net zero
If the Port of Cromarty Firth is given Green Freeport status, it would help attract more than £2.5billion worth of private investment, delivering a range of local and national benefits.
The Northern Ireland Protocol Bill should be scrapped – a trade war with the EU would harm us all
Brexit
By Philippa Whitford MP
The Northern Ireland Protocol Bill should be scrapped – a trade war with the EU would harm us all
The UK government’s Northern Ireland Protocol Bill has now begun its journey through Parliament. If passed, it will unilaterally set aside significant sections of the Protocol – breaching international law and risking a trade war in the middle of a cost of living crisis.
The Path to Net Zero - A Net Zero Week Special Edition
Environment
By Dods Impact
The Path to Net Zero - A Net Zero Week Special Edition
The latest issue of The House magazine includes a special report on the path to net zero to celebrate Net Zero Week 2022, bringing together politicians, businesses, and consumers. We explore a series of practical ideas and solutions on how we can all play our role to make net zero a reality across all walks of life.
National recognition for Sellafield's apprentice scheme Partner content
Economy
By Sellafield Ltd
National recognition for Sellafield's apprentice scheme
Sellafield Ltd has been listed in the top 100 apprentice employers in England for 2022.
Why the Catapult Network is a trailblazer for a new energy future Partner content
Economy
By Catapult Network
Why the Catapult Network is a trailblazer for a new energy future
Philip New left the position of CEO for the Energy Systems Catapult recently. Here he looks back on it becoming a critical part in the UK’s energy jigsaw – and what the future may hold.
Partner content
Culture
By Advertising Association
UK CELEBRATES SUCCESS AT CANNES LIONS
UK remains in top three most awarded countries at the festival. 41 UK advertising companies took part in a trade mission
Where Are They Now? Heidi Allen
Communities
By Laura Hutchinson, Head of UK Political Intelligence
Where Are They Now? Heidi Allen
Heidi Allen, Conservative, Change UK and Liberal Democrat MP for South Cambridgeshire 2015 – 2019
Partner content
Economy
By Chartered Institute of Building
New CIOB President, Michael Yam, makes sustainable construction number one priority
Countering the cost-of-living crisis – some quick fixes
Economy
By Lord Allen of Kensington
Countering the cost-of-living crisis – some quick fixes
The government needs to move fast to advert a catastrophic decline in the life chances and life expectancy of the poorest in our society. A decline that will take years to reverse and a decline that will see deep division and derision between the well-off and the poor.
More responsible debt collection from government will ensure low-income households benefit from support
Economy
By Stephen Crabb MP
More responsible debt collection from government will ensure low-income households benefit from support
The most vulnerable households are still being forced to repay debts at an eye-watering rate.
Government cannot afford to rush scrutiny of Australia trade deal
Economy
By Angus MacNeil MP
Government cannot afford to rush scrutiny of Australia trade deal
Much has been written about the “good chaps” theory of government, under which the so-called UK constitution is meant to run, namely on trust – that those in power will behave honourably and abide by their word.
Counties need the same attention as cities for levelling up to succeed
Economy
By Ben Bradley MP
Counties need the same attention as cities for levelling up to succeed
If we are to be successful in levelling up the country, putting powers in the hands of local communities coupled with ambitious levels of investment for those places, will go a long way to delivering this aim.
Minister Claims Inflation-Matching Public Sector Pay Rise Will Cause “Deathly Spiral” Of High Prices
Economy
Minister Claims Inflation-Matching Public Sector Pay Rise Will Cause “Deathly Spiral” Of High Prices
Technology Minister Chris Philp has defended the government’s decision not to offer public sector workers a pay rise in line with inflation, because he believes this year’s hike in prices are “transitory”.
In an unprecedented economic crisis, local government services and their users need support
Communities
By Cllr James Jamieson
In an unprecedented economic crisis, local government services and their users need support
There will be no shortage of things for councillors, senior officers and government ministers to discuss at the Local Government Association’s first in-person annual conference since 2019, which starts in Harrogate today.
Liz Truss Defends Northern Ireland Protocol Bill In The “Absence” Of EU Negotiations
Brexit
Liz Truss Defends Northern Ireland Protocol Bill In The “Absence” Of EU Negotiations
Foreign Secretary Liz Truss has defended the controversial Northern Ireland Protocol Bill as MPs prepare to vote on scrapping parts of the Brexit trade agreement, but said negotiation with the EU would be preferred.
Telecoms Industry and Government Come Together to Agree on Commitments to Assist with the Cost-of-Living Crisis Partner content
Economy
By Mobile UK
Telecoms Industry and Government Come Together to Agree on Commitments to Assist with the Cost-of-Living Crisis
Mobile network operators, alongside the wider telecoms industry, have come together and agreed with the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media, and Sport, the Rt Hon Nadine Dorries MP, and the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, the Rt Hon Steve Barclay MP, a set of commitments to support and protect vulnerable customers who are struggling with their bills due to the cost-of-living crisis, and to help them remain connected. 
Partner content
Economy
By Chartered Institute of Building
Comment on Help to Build scheme from Chartered Institute of Building
Scientific Britannia - how can Britain become a science and tech powerhouse?
Economy
By Tom Hunter, Political Consultant
Scientific Britannia - how can Britain become a science and tech powerhouse?
The government has been clear in its aim to turn Britain into a science and technology powerhouse. But in a difficult climate for public spending, can it hope to do so? Tom Hunter from Dods Political Intelligence looks at the plans.
Partner content
Economy
By Chartered Management Institute
New report, The Everyone Economy, shows why inclusivity is critical to economic success and effective public services
Partner content
Economy
By Chartered Institute of Building
CIOB Fellow, Mark Reynolds, appointed Co-Chair of Construction Leadership Council
A Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) Fellow has been appointed as the new Co-Chair of The Construction Leadership Council (CLC).
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