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Voters In New Build England Say Conservative Promises Have Been Broken

27 Jun Communities

Modern housing developments in Nottinghamshire promised residents a better life, but now they feel some of those promises have been broken. And while many of these voters are ready for “change”, they remain unsure of who they can trust to deliver it.

09 Jun Social affairs

Labour Chair Accuses Tories Of Being Fixated On "Lanyards And Toilet Tsars"

30 May Political parties

Labour Considers National Housing First Pledge To Tackle Homelessness Crisis

24 May Social affairs

People Find Abuse More Acceptable When Directed At Politicians

22 May Social affairs

MPs Struggle To Secure Childcare Places At Parliament Nursery

17 May Political parties

Women's Issues Have Seen A "Sea Change" In Parliamentary Attention

15 May Social affairs

Food Bank Provider Challenges Parties To Commit To Benefit Debt Reform

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What Battersea wants to see in the first 100 days of the new government

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15 Jul Communities

What Battersea wants to see in the first 100 days of the new government

Britain’s Environmental Horticulture and Gardening businesses are faced with uncertainties on crucial imports

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24 Jun Home affairs

Britain’s Environmental Horticulture and Gardening businesses are faced with uncertainties on crucial imports

Cultivating Your Colours: A Parliamentarian's Guide to Summer Gardening

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13 Jun Social affairs

Cultivating Your Colours: A Parliamentarian's Guide to Summer Gardening

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New Cabinet Office Minister Says There Is "Massive Waste" In How Local Councils Are Funded

14 Jul Communities

Voters Feel More Optimistic After Labour's Election Win

13 Jul Political parties

Veteran Tory Wants Conservative Leadership Contests To Be More "Transparent" To Stop "Fibbing And Skulduggery"

15 Jul Political parties

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04 Jun Political parties

Jewish Labour Movement chair Mike Katz: ‘It's lovely being popular again’

Mike Katz, the influential chair of the Jewish Labour Movement, talks to Sienna Rodgers about the affiliate society's renewed popularity within the party and its journey from campaign strike in 2019 to 'full throttle' in this general election

17 May Political parties

Women's Issues Have Seen A "Sea Change" In Parliamentary Attention

MPs and campaigners have declared there has been a parliamentary “sea change” on women's issues, as a range of topics primarily affecting women are taking an ever more prominent place in politics.

16 May Political parties

How MPs are styling themselves into a general election

As Westminster gets ready for its close-up with a general election approaching, Tali Fraser finds out who is doing what to get their ‘glow up’

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16 Jan Social affairs

BETTING AND GAMING COUNCIL URGES GOVERNMENT TO HONOUR COMMITMENTS ON FINANCIAL RISK CHECKS

Standards body, the Betting and Gaming Council, today urged Government to honour its commitments on frictionless financial risk checks, following the announcement that a Parliamentary debate will be held on the issue.

Darcy Bourne: Creating positive change in her local community

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15 Jan Health

Darcy Bourne: Creating positive change in her local community

As we move into the Olympic and Paralympic year, we have launched the first in a series of films that will highlight powerful social impact stories across a variety of sports, demonstrating how sport can drive positive, meaningful and lasting change in society.

Considering the public’s trust in political advertising

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10 Jan Social affairs

Considering the public’s trust in political advertising

From Taiwan to the United States, over 40 countries are set to hold elections this year, with Bloomberg Economics predicting a record voter turnout of 3.2 billion voters. The advertising industry is no stranger to understanding the importance of responsible and trusted communications. What can political advertising learn from brand advertising when it comes to building trust with the public?

Safer gambling week works, attacking it defies logic

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09 Jan Health

Safer gambling week works, attacking it defies logic

Safer Gambling Week 2023 was clearly another fantastic success. While it takes time to fully understand the impact of each campaign, the early results make clear our industry went further than ever to promote the tools which help people control their play, while ensuring more people than ever saw signposting to the advice and support available to those who may be struggling. In short, Safer Gambling Week works.

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08 Jan Social affairs

Vets call on Government to license unregulated dog fertility clinics to help clamp down on irresponsible breeding

British Veterinary Association and British Small Animal Veterinary Association urge crackdown on services linked to organised crime and unethical breeding of fashionable dog breeds

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04 Jan Social affairs

British Veterinary Association issues statement in response to veterinary abuse by XL Bully campaign groups

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has been made aware of concerning reports of individual vets and veterinary practices receiving abusive and threatening messages and calls asking for their stance on euthanasing XL Bully dogs following the Government’s recent ban on the breed type.

02 Jan Social affairs

Inflation, Energy Bills, Mortgages: Cost Of Living Challenges Facing Britain In 2024

High interest rates, elevated energy bills, and above average inflation will see the cost of living crisis rumble on into 2024.

29 Dec 2023 Social affairs

Government Warned Food Banks Are Now Ingrained In British Life

Chief executive of the Trussell Trust, Emma Revie, has told PoliticsHome the charity's food banks are at "breaking point" and expressed concern that they were becoming permanent fixtures in British society.

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26 Dec 2023 Social affairs

Hunting could be used to stoke culture war at next election, charity says

Hunters are using what could be their final Boxing Day parades to stoke hatred in the countryside, says national animal welfare charity the League Against Cruel Sports.

24 Dec 2023 Social affairs

Policy inaction means many will be cold, hungry and lonely this Christmas

Walking down from the BBC to the House of Lords last week, I passed a homeless person huddled on the street.

20 Dec 2023 Social affairs

Labour Warns "Toxic" Cost Of Living Is Driving Homelessness At Christmas

Deputy Labour leader Angela Rayner has said a "toxic mix" of rising rents, no-fault evictions, and the cost of living crisis is a major driving factor of homelessness this Christmas.

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19 Dec 2023 Social affairs

Keep pets safe during New Year fireworks, urge vets

As the nation sees in the New Year with celebratory fireworks, the British Veterinary Association (BVA) is advising owners on how to keep their pets safe during the celebrations.

19 Dec 2023 Social affairs

Government Is Pushing A "Cautious Approach" In New Trans Guidance For Schools

The government has published its long-awaited trans guidance for schools, and said that a “cautious approach” should be taken if children wish to change their gender identity.

19 Dec 2023 Health

Home Office Warned Migrant Care Workers Face Exploitation Risk

A coalition of academics and charities working with migrants in the care sector have called on the Home Office to urgently address issues of migrant exploitation in the care sector.

#BVAManifesto – a manifesto for animals, vets and public health

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18 Dec 2023 Social affairs

#BVAManifesto – a manifesto for animals, vets and public health

Ahead of the next General Election, the British Veterinary Association (BVA) has launched a manifesto for animals, vets and public health. BVA is calling on all political parties to prioritise the following key issues within their election manifestos:

15 Dec 2023 Energy

Ofgem Accused Of "Enhancing Profits" Of Energy Companies With New Price Cap Rise

Energy security and net zero (ESNZ) select committee chair Angus MacNeil told PoliticsHome Ofgem's recommendations to increase its price cap to protect energy suppliers from soaring domestic energy debt would only "enhance profits" of energy companies.

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15 Dec 2023 Social affairs

British Veterinary Association responds to ban on keeping primates as pets

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) welcomes the news that keeping primates as pets will be banned under new legislation.

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14 Dec 2023 Economy

Planning – the single point of failure?

The Government is clear that its priority is to grow the economy, and the Autumn Statement put forward the Chancellor’s plans to create the conditions for the private sector to thrive by removing barriers to investment and thereby unlocking growth.

UK Sport unveils enhanced pregnancy guidance

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14 Dec 2023 Social affairs

UK Sport unveils enhanced pregnancy guidance

Pregnant athletes can expect increased and improved support following the publication of updated guidance by UK Sport.

13 Dec 2023 Social affairs

Government Accused Of Lacking "Political Will" To Prevent More Homeless Deaths

Shadow homelessness minister Mike Amesbury has said he fears more people will die on the streets this winter after several homeless people have been found dead since temperatures plummeted.

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12 Dec 2023 Social affairs

BVA launches new employment hub to support members with workplace issues

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has launched a new employment hub which brings together lots of useful employment-related resources, advice and support.

“Hello - Are You Able To Help Veterans To Buy Food?”

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12 Dec 2023 Defence

“Hello - Are You Able To Help Veterans To Buy Food?”

As 2023 draws to a close, CEO Dr Hugh Milroy reflects on why Veterans Aid is receiving regular calls like this when so much has been invested in advancing the cause of veterans' wellbeing.

11 Dec 2023 Home affairs

We should not send pregnant women to prison unless they have committed serious violent offences

Every year, a small number of pregnant women are sentenced to custody. Surprisingly it was only in 2021 that official figures on the number of pregnant women in prison were gathered and published.

An opportunity to help lead the UK into a cruelty-free future

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08 Dec 2023 Social affairs

An opportunity to help lead the UK into a cruelty-free future

Cruelty Free International urges new Home Secretary, James Cleverly to deliver on promises that will help to move away from testing on animals. His new Department regulates the use of animals in science so Mr Cleverly now has the opportunity to help lead the UK into a cruelty-free future.

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