April 2011
The horror of human trafficking, the “modern form of slavery”
After months of opposing the European Union’s Directive on Human Trafficking, the UK government recently backtracked and decided to sign up, with both Labour and the Liberal Democrats praising the u-turn and equally claiming credit for the rethink; Claire French reports.
‘Feminism trumps egalitarianism’ only if Willetts’s soundbite trumps evidence
David Willetts's soundbite that 'feminism trumped egalitarianism' is refuted by Declan Gaffney, with analysis showing how both work together for social mobility.
Look Left – Referendum battle hots up
With less than five weeks to go, campaigning in the referendum on the alternative vote has been stepped up a gear, reports Shamik Das.
A green approach to aviation is ready for take-off
John Stewart of Airport Watch with the latest on the politics and issues surrounding aviation in the UK.
Coalition cuts spending; families cut food, healthcare, kids clothing…
UNISON general secretary Dave Prentis reports on new research revealing families are cutting back on food, healthcare and kids clothes due to government cuts.
Save EMA forces second Tory u-turn in a week
James Mills celebrates two Tory u-turns in a week on Education Maintenance Allowance - but the battle is not won yet.