As far as disabled people are concerned, the House of Commons is going backwards
For our political institutions to be truly representative, their make-up must bear at least a minimal resemblance to society.
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Is the government neglecting the dedication of foster parents?
Our ministers persist in denigrating foster carers, who provide homes to about 80 per cent of all children in care.
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Five questions about the Holyrood elections
The result of the forthcoming Holyrood election may not cause a great shock but there is plenty to play for…
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Another chapter in the government’s sorry treatment of refugees
When the history books are written, David Cameron's lacklustre record on refugees will haunt him.
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Lisa Nandy: “The debate that we’re having in Labour is too small“
The shadow energy and climate change secretary on the party's "oppositional" mentality, Trident and why she doesn't want to be…
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Lisa Nandy: “I don’t want to be Labour leader“
Shadow energy secretary says she does not have "a secret plan to go and kick Jeremy out of his office".
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The NS Podcast #133: Divisions, dodgy deals and Dr Who
The New Statesman podcast.
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Today, remember the children who are themselves carers
Some children are forced to grow up faster than others.
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