April 2011
Cuts to detection and protection undermine fight against trafficking
The government’s commitment to trafficked people has again been questioned after it emerged funding has been denied to a pioneering charity, reports Claire French.
Election 2011: SDLP outline vision for uniting people and building prosperity
Dr. Alasdair McDonnell MP outlines the SDLP's vision for the future of Northern Ireland.
Right’s dodgy youth unemployment attack on minimum wage
Dominic Browne reports on new research that shows the national minimum wage does not necessarily harm youth employment, despite right wing claims.
Progressives should rally around coalition’s better instincts on prison reform
Sophie Willett, of The Howard League for Penal Reform, reports on public attitudes to crime and punishment and the need for more evidenced based policies to reduce crime.
Coalition’s regional growth fund sweetener leaves a bitter taste
Kevin Meagher weighs up the benefits of the coalition government's regional growth fund; finding a positive focus but a lot left to be desired.
Oxford admissions row – Lammy: “It isn’t just about race”
David Lammy and Oona King hit the airwaves today to say the Oxford admissions debate should be about more than just race, reports Shamik Das.