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The Hamas rockets matter too: a reply to Owen Jones
Yes, some of those obstacles are found on the Israeli side. But the rocket threat from Hamas is a huge obstacle, too.
Ending the public sector pay cap could raise millions
Lifting the pay cap would be beneficial for both the exchequer and the economy.
North Sea tax assessment casts further doubt over independence plans
The SNP’s dreams of a booming independent Scotland based on North Sea oil have been dealt a hammer blow.
Surveillance bill: fear should never be used to push through new laws
Britain’s widespread surveillance is already broader than the majority of other European countries.
No money left? Taxpayers short-changed by £1bn on Royal Mail sale
Taxpayers were short-changed by as much as £1bn by the sale of Royal Mail, according to a new report.
Yes, anti-Muslim hate crime really did spike last year
Tell MAMA’s Fiyaz Mughal gives the lowdown on the state of anti-Muslim bigotry in the UK.
Tar sands provide an opportunity to show the EU as a force for good
The European Commission must ban the sale of tar sands crude oil in the EU.
‘Behind closed doors’ deal between government and insurance industry comes to light
Mesothelioma sufferers and their families must come before the profits of insurers.
Strong unions won you your rights, not kind-hearted rich men
Decent pay and conditions for working people didn’t simply fall out of the sky.
Striking council workers and other public sector employees have a point – enough is enough
Local government has borne the brunt of the coalition’s ‘austerity’ measures.