Green Politics
New report on UK poverty finds housing market is moving the goalposts
Changes in the labour and housing markets mean there has been a rise in the number of working people who live in poverty.
All NHS workers are asking for is fair pay
It is unacceptable that one in five health workers needs a second job to make ends meet.
EU rejects Osborne’s bank bonus cap challenge
The UK government’s challenge to the European Union’s cap on bankers’ bonuses has been throw out by the advocate general.
Warning lights on the economy – let’s defend our record or pay the price
By failing to stand up for their past successes, Labour are making it difficult for themselves to claim economic credibility.
The Tories have overspent by £25 billion on social security
Figures show that the DWP overspend comes despite debilitating cuts to working people and families.
US unions to fight back against right-wing attacks and trade deals
Policy-making is being taken out of the hands of elected politicians in favour of corporate interests.