Reform’s first year running councils: ‘The atmosphere in the chamber has changed’
Reform’s first year running councils seems to have been defined by a focus on ‘culture war’ issues
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Diane Abbott MP: The government’s economic plans leave me fearing for my constituents
‘The cuts and tax increases that are coming must be opposed’.
Living Wage Week: Giving low-earners a Real Living Wage would boost economy by £1.7bn, research finds
Raising the income of minimum wage workers would not only help those struggling with the cost-of-living crisis, but would give the economy a huge boost, says the Living Wage Foundation.
PMQs: Angela Rayner calls for Dominic Raab to apologise for ‘bullying’ allegations
‘This is anti-bullying week, will he apologise?’
Dominic Raab hit with two official ‘bullying’ complaints
Two complaints have been filed against the deputy prime minister over his behaviour at work.
We need a credible plan to tackle second homes and holiday lets
After Thursday’s Autumn Statement, we are all likely to be paying more tax – except those hollowing out rural and coastal communities.
Chancellor must act to protect local services, says Local Government Association
‘Local government remains the fabric of our country but many of the vital services we provide face an existential crisis.’
Voices on the Left: 5 blogs from the left you need to read this week
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Tory run councils warn Rishi Sunak of possible bankruptcy
Both councils face budget deficits over the next few years “of a scale that has never been seen before”.
UnionDues: Interview with the newly elected TUC president Maria Exall
Maria arrives at the TUC Presidency with impressive credentials.
Daily Mail slammed for headline blaming migrants for the NHS crisis
“The Daily Mail pitting nurses against migrants. Is there nothing this rag wont try”