Left Foot Forward
Small firms still locked out of public contracts
Daisy Hooper details the government's failings in allowing small firms to bid for government contracts. The will is there, but the execution leaves much to be desired
Swinney on Scotland currency – more questions than he answers?
Ed Jacobs asks whether the elaboration of the SNP's policy for the finances of an independent Scotland really answers the crucial questions
Conservatives in Northern Ireland – what’s the point?
Ed Jacobs assesses whether David Cameron’s decision to launch a Conservative party in Northern Ireland is the right move for the country and the Union.
McGuinness in Irish unity poll call
Kevin Meagher reports on the calls by Martin McGuinness for a referendum on Northern Ireland's status in the UK
UUP infighting as McNarry says he feels “abused” and has been “kicked in the teeth”
UUP MLA David McNarry has declared that he feels “abused” over how he has been treated over revelations about co-operation discussions between the UUP and DUP.
Miliband to outline vision of a fairer Union
In Glasgow today, Ed Miliband will seek to go beyond the process-driven debate over independence for Scotland, seeking to make a positive case for the Union.