Trump talks a lot of nonsense — but calling it out won’t stop him
Clinton is queen of the five-point plan but Trump wins by ignoring data
Inequality
Britain’s coal addiction is fuelling social injustice
In Russia, Colombia and the UK, continuing demand for coal is hurting individuals and communities
Osborne blames EU for GDP growth slowdown — but what about his policies?
The government has ignored the IMF’s warning that austerity is contributing to sluggish growth
The Hillsborough verdict proves the the power of grassroots activism
The families of the victims and the city of Liverpool have fought for decades against classism and political disregard
Does economic growth boost inequality and pollution?
A new cross-party group chaired by Caroline Lucas considers the limits of growth
Comment: Education is a public good, not a product to be bought
Over the last two decades, the vision of an education system open to all has been battered by rising fees and cuts
Food bank use hits another record high
Labour describes need for food banks as ‘a shameful symbol’ of government neglect
Audit shows increased political engagement but EU uncertainty
Study of the ‘political pulse’ of the nation shows post-election boost in engagement, lack of knowledge about Europe and continuing frustration with the political system
Homelessness has returned to 1900s levels
The figures are expected to soar even higher when the Housing Bill comes into effect
Which women suffer most from the gender pay gap?
Progress on closing the pay gap has stalled, according to Women and Equalities Committee