Insights for the new Parliament (plus BSL video)
Impartial analysis of some of the key issues that parliamentarians will have to address in the new Parliament
Mental health: Achieving ‘parity of esteem’
In the last decade there has been increased emphasis in England on regarding mental health with the same urgency as physical conditions and the term ‘parity of esteem’ has gained prominence.
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On the right track? The future of rail services
The ongoing Williams Review is likely to recommend improving accessibility and regional accountability for rail services
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Cyber security in a digital age
With the rise of online services and 'smart' devices connected to the internet, cyber security is not just an issue for small businesses anymore
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Universal Credit: Does the monthly design work for claimants?
Universal Credit (UC) is replacing means-tested benefits and tax credits for people of working age
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Defence in the 2020s
The next Strategic Defence and Security Review is due in 2020 and the decade ahead sees some significant milestones
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Government spending, borrowing and debt
The new Government inherits a mixed set of public finances. Government debt is high but borrowing is low.
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Special educational needs and disability support: Rescuing the reforms
There is growing evidence of major strain on the system providing support for children and young people in England with special educational needs or disabilities
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School funding in England: Sufficient and fair?
The Government promised a real terms rise in school funding. Will this be sufficient? And will the funding get to the schools that need it the most?
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The Fixed-term Parliaments Act
Both Conservative and Labour Parties have promised to repeal the The Fixed-term Parliaments Act, with a review of the Act needing to be arranged in 2020
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Brexit and the Northern Ireland border
A major focus of Brexit negotiations under the May and Johnson Governments has been how to keep an open border between Ireland and Northern Ireland.
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The EU Settlement Scheme: A summary
EU citizens who want to live in the UK after Brexit will need to apply for a new immigration status through the EU Settlement Scheme
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Serious violence and knife crime: Law enforcement and early intervention
Knife crime has been on the rise in England and Wales over the past few years...
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