Opinion
Prem Sikka: Here’s why the autumn statement does nothing to help ordinary working people
'The chancellor delivered a continuation of austerity, public spending cuts and tax hikes.'
Even more powers of domestic surveillance? It is over-the-top already
We have savage reductions in the right to protest; we have deeply concerning directions of travel for democracy and freedom of speech.
Richard Burgon MP: It’s time for a windfall tax on bank super profits
'Three quarters of the public support a windfall tax on banks’ excess profits – including 76% of Conservative 2019 voters'
What the Autumn Statement should deliver, and what Jeremy Hunt will do instead
"Overall, the government is unlikely to charter a new course for the economy or provide relief for millions of households though with an eye on next year’s general election it may throw a crumb or two to bribe the electorate."
The King’s Speech was a recipe for repression and economic vandalism
"The policies outlined in the King’s Speech deepen repression and social divisions, and do not provide a springboard for economic rejuvenation."
Sarah Olney MP: The UK apprenticeship system is failing our young people
'The UK is currently facing a chronic skills gap and investing in apprenticeships will help in addressing the issue'