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The problem with welfare reform? It's the market, not the benefits cap

The problem with welfare reform? It's the market, not the benefits cap

Labour should focus on reforming the market to support the vulnerable without being labeled as profligate.

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Why Labour's position on welfare needs urgent reform

Why Labour's position on welfare needs urgent reform

A poll shows Labour's tougher stance on cuts has not increased support. What about standing up for the most vulnerable?

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Labour backs the Bishops on benefits

Labour backs the Bishops on benefits

Liam Byrne says Labour will support amendment exempting child benefit from £26,000 cap.

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How to solve the English question?

How to solve the English question?

An English parliament is a non-starter. But we could soon see "English votes on English laws".

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The benefit cap: what does it mean and why is it unfair?

The benefit cap: what does it mean and why is it unfair?

Peers are to fight plans to cap benefits at £26,000, despite public support. Here is everything you need to know.

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Big Society and the 21-hour week

Big Society and the 21-hour week

A shorter working week would not only slash the benefits bill but drastically improve public life.

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Dog-whistling on migrants and benefits

Dog-whistling on migrants and benefits

Tory ministers Chris Grayling and Damian Green are manipulating the facts to suit their agenda.

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Who rises if Huhne falls?

Who rises if Huhne falls?

Ministers are on alert for a reshuffle if Huhne is charged by the police.

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Cameron and Clegg’s dilemma

Cameron and Clegg’s dilemma

The political calling for the left must be to fill the gap between the Big Society and the Big Economy.

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