Tag Archives: Equality

It’s time to heed Phillip Hammond’s warning and stop talking about gay marriage. Let’s just say ‘I do’ and move on

By Chris Creegan | Published: May 19, 2013

It’s time to heed Phillip Hammond’s warning and stop talking about gay marriage. Let’s just say ‘I do’ and move on.

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Comment: We’ve made great strides, but there’s more to do in the quest for gender equality

By Guest | Published: January 25, 2013

Jennette Arnold AM, the Labour Group equalities spokesperson on the London Assembly, writes about the battle that still needs to be fought for gender equality.

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Comment: The Living Wage is another small step towards a Responsible Capitalism

By Richard Bassford | Published: November 16, 2012

Richard Bassford looks at what the the Living Wage means and how it can push us towards the “responsible capitalism” our party leaders love to talk about.

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For Labour, tackling inequality needs to be at the heart of the political agenda

By Guest | Published: September 7, 2012

Professor Kate Pickett writes about the new pamphlet, “Why Inequality Matters”, from the Centre for Labour and Social Studies (Class) and My Fair London.

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Unemployment is down, but the government must not ignore the rise in jobless women

By Katie Stanton | Published: July 19, 2012

“Carrying on down this path will see the Coalition Government be the first to have presided over a reversal in women’s equality”

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Delaying a decision on gay marriage could spell trouble for Salmond

By Katie Stanton | Published: July 18, 2012

The Scottish government caused outrage this week by postponing a decision on gay marriage.

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The Spirit Level Film: Bringing the message of equality to the screen

By Guest | Published: May 21, 2012

Katharine Round, Producer/Director of “The Spirit Level Film”, writes about how you can help bring the message about equality to the screen.

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Budget 2012: The myth that lower taxes for the rich generates more tax revenue

By Guest | Published: March 27, 2012

Danny Dorling of the IPPR demolishes the myth, pedalled by George Osborne and the one per cent, that the tax take on the rich rises the less they are taxed.

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International Women’s Day: We can’t be complacent, there’s a lot still to do

By Guest | Published: March 8, 2012

Every year on March 8th, International Women’s Day recognises and applauds women’s achievements and highlights gender inequalities, writes Tasmia Akkas.

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A history lesson for Cardinal Keith O’Brien

By James Hallwood | Published: March 5, 2012

Cardinal Keith O’Brien’s provocative anti-gay marriage language incites the intolerant and at times violent minority to fight equality, writes James Hallwood.

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