November 2009
Maternity rights are key to employment
Catherine Hakim’s says extending maternity rights is bad for women and employers. But evidence shows that they increase the likelihood of returning to work.
Politics Summary: Thursday, November 19th
The shortest Queen’s Speech since 1900 receives a mixed reaction in the papers. The FT and Guardian lead on a […]
Tory MEP hosts “climate sceptics'” conference
In the week a UN study warned of dire consequences for the planet, predicting a 6-deg. rise in the Earth's temperature, Tory climate-sceptics gather in Europe.
Queen unveils new devolution measures for Scotland and Wales
Plans for more devolution of powers to Scotland and Wales were announced by the Queen today.
Tory muddle over cancer treatment policy
The Tories sent out mixed messages over their cancer treatment policy today, with Shadow Chf. Sec. to the Treasury Philip Hammond contradicting party policy.
Sun bias in council tax reporting
The Sun gives the misleading impression that “council tax has doubled” because of Labour’s policies - seven of the ten councils with the biggest rises are Tory.