We asked five Labour backbenchers to make the case for a policy they would like to see in the party’s next programme for government. Danielle Rowley says the government’s approach to the challenges of social media, citizen journalism and fake news is incoherent – and it is up to Labour once again to step up to the mark.

We asked five Labour backbenchers to make the case for a policy they would like to see in the party’s next programme for government. Seema Malhotra says her party must grasp the nettle and pave the way for a new deal for leaseholders before it is too late.

We asked five Labour backbenchers to make the case for a policy they would like to see in the party’s next programme for government. Stephen Kinnock argues that Labour must be a part that governs for the whole nation – and must show Communitarians that the party shares their values and priorities

We asked five Labour backbenchers to make the case for a policy they would like to see in the party’s next programme for government. Lisa Nandy argues the next Labour manifesto must offer a convincing future for towns – and pledge to restore power to those who rightfully own it.

We asked five Labour backbenchers to make the case for a policy they would like to see in the party’s next programme for government. Dan Jarvis argues the key to protecting workers lies in promoting the positive influence of trade unions in 21st Century Britain.

From the obesity crisis to health inequalities, the battle is on to secure a healthy future for everyone in the UK, writes Sharon Hodgson

Labour will create an education system that allows all to reach their potential, and plays a part in making sure our society succeeds for all its citizens, writes Angela Rayner

Plans for the future of social care need to be ready as soon as possible, writes Barbara Keeley

It is vital that we see fast and tangible change for the UK’s beleaguered rail passengers, writes Transport Select Committee chair Lilian Greenwood

Cuts and privatisation are driving the justice crisis. Labour stands ready to undo the damage and restore order, writes shadow justice secretary Richard Burgon

Transparency, openness and greater clarity over costs – that’s what the Public Accounts Committee will continue to demand from government, writes chair Meg Hillier

Labour peers have worked tirelessly to hold ministers to account amid a Brexit debate too often lacking in hard, factual realism. As we search for a way out of this mess, both Houses of Parliament must play a greater role in healing the wounds of the past few years and restoring public trust in politics, writes Baroness Smith