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
Inequality
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
So long, IDS. And good riddance.
Despite his supposedly principled resignation, Duncan Smith’s legacy is one of deep prejudice and stigma
By focusing on Osborne’s missed targets, the Left misses the point
We need to change the conversation by getting rid of purposeless fiscal rules