Our 10 top articles against austerity, poverty and inequality in 2019
Left Foot Forward’s 10 most-read articles this year reflect citizens’ concerns about our divided politics and society.
Labour most liked party – but few feel any political party keeps its promises
With just weeks to the next General Election, what does Ipsos MORI say about the popularity of parties and their leaders?
Confusion reigns when it comes to tactical voting this UK election
Making your vote count on 12 December increasingly means wading through reams of conflicting advice.
Tories can press ahead on Brexit without consent of devolved nations
Despite protests from the Scottish left, political analysis suggests devolved legislatures may struggle to stop a No-Deal Brexit if withdrawal bill passes through Parliament.
Outsourced Unison staff at UCL win better terms in time for Christmas
University agrees to equalise pay, pensions and leave for outsourced workers, including an offer of two weeks of additional annual leave from 1 December.
Extinction Rebellion under fire over attempt to shut down tube stations
Rush-hour trains disrupted with commuters physically targeting protesters ahead of High Court hearing against protest ban.
Johnson’s Brexit deal must be put to public vote, say campaigners
Boris Johnson’s new Brexit deal may yet face obstacles, note commentators from left campaign groups to the Lib Dems.
Schools still suffer funding squeeze under the Tories
Anti-cuts group crunches the numbers: schools billions of pounds short in 2020 despite Tory promises.
Iconic Belfast shipyard and 79 jobs saved after nine-week sit-in
GMB and Unite workers on site at Harland and Wolff in Belfast, which now looks to have a bright future after sale announcement.
Could new MP code of conduct defuse political tensions?
Commons debates have inflamed passions beyond the House, with a call for curbs on speech which could incite abuse or hatred.