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Class more important than race, report finds
Class more important than race, report finds

By politics.co.uk staff The issue of class inequality is making a resurgence in the political agenda once again as a new report is unveiled focusing on the ‘white working-class’. The report, by Runnymead, responds to the comments made by Hazel Blears claiming the white working class’ concerns and grievances are being ignored. This comment led… Read more »

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MPs "disappointed" in Jack Straw's rule-break
Straw rapped for rules breach

By Alex Stevenson Justice secretary Jack Straw failed to register £3,000 donated to him in 2004 despite being prompted to do so, it has emerged. MPs on the standards and privileges committee said they were “surprised and disappointed” that a senior Cabinet minister would make such a mistake, but are not recommending Mr Straw be… Read more »