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The most read articles on Left Foot Forward this week.
Why are British workers getting less productive?
The IFS produced a new report today examining why British workers are getting less productive.
Homecare: It’s time to care – why we need an Ethical Care Charter
Matthew Egan, assistant national officer for Unison, explains why we need an Ethical Care Charter. Homecare: It’s time to care.
Comment: So the BNP’s going out of business? Be careful what you wish for
It is better to have the BNP in politics than to have their supporters outside the process, becoming ever more violent and disengaged, writes Kevin Meagher.
JRF: Council tax benefit – the sting in the tail
Katie Schmuecker, research manager for the Joseph Rowntree Foundation, looks at the sting in the tail of council tax benefit.
Cabinet Secretary questions wisdom of PM’s actions over Finucane
The Cabinet Secretary has questioned the prime minister’s reneging on previous commitments to hold a full, judicial-led inquiry into the murder of Pat Finucane.
Londoners shouldn’t be left out in the cold – Davey and Boris need to act
London Mayor Boris Johnson and energy secretary Ed Davey must do more to ensure Londoners aren’t left out in the cold by rocketing energy bills.
HS2 holds great potential, but the government must ensure all our railways are fit for the future
The High Speed Rail project holds great potential, but to make the most of that investment, the government must ensure all our railways are fit for the future.
US Politics Digest: Hagelshambles; immigration reform; and more
The latest US politics news – including Chuck Hagel’s meltdown, the gathering momentum on immigration reform, and more.
Birmingham’s widening “jaws of doom”
Birmingham’s Labour-run council is facing a £625 million deficit by 2016/2017. Budget cuts of up to 50% are planned. What public services will survive?