UK’s “disappointing” R&D spending under fire from EU research chief
The European Commissioner for Research, Innovation and Science today warned ministers Britain risked losing its place as a world-leader in research and development.
Shamik Das
Look Left – Egypt stands at the crossroads of history
Hundreds of thousands of protesters took to the streets of Egypt again today, in “day of departure” rallies up and down the country, reports Shamik Das.
Pressure grows on Mitchell over delay in implementing Bribery Act
Harriet Harman today stepped up the pressure on international development secretary Andrew Mitchell over the government’s delay in implementing the Bribery Act.
Tory MP: Tuition fee rise is a good thing for teenagers
Tory MP for Carlisle John Stevenson told his local paper it would be a good thing it “certain sections of youngsters” no longer wished to go to university.
Montgomerie: “You don’t have to go very far to find an unhappy Tory MP”
Leading Conservative blogger Tim Montgomerie, editor of the ConservativeHome website, has lifted the lid on the disquiet among many Tory MPs at the direction of the coalition.
So, Mr Cameron, who backs your NHS reforms? Erm…
David Cameron’s claims the government’s NHS reforms are backed by a “long list” of organisations looked on extremely shaky ground today, reports Shamik Das.
Will Mubarak’s long goodbye be enough to calm the rage?
Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak announced his intention to stand down in September in a dramatic speech last night – yet will it be enough for the protesters?
Citizens Advice Bureaux “under threat” from government cuts
Reports suggest Citizens Advice Bureaux are under threat from closure, with the CAB chief exec warning of a “real threat to vital funds”, reports Shamik Das.
Top pollster warns: “Labour should be doing better”
YouGov president Peter Kellner today warned Labour they should be “miles ahead” in the opinion polls as anger over the coalition cuts continues to grow.
Look Left – The Murdoch Menace
It was a week to forget for everyone’s favourite real-life Bond villain, Tory-supporting media magnate Rupert Murdoch, with sexism, phone-hacking and a new row with Ofcom.