Police bill: Labour undecided on supporting the end of democracy
Lords amendments to the police bill will further erode our democratic freedoms. Will Labour peers join their colleagues in voting...
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Vital Venues: Plot 22 in Sheffield
For this instalment of Vital Venues Marcus Cain makes a virtual trip to Plot 22 in Sheffield and speaks to...
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What would proportional representation look like?
Marcus Cain explores the world of proportional voting, and what can be done to make it a reality in the...
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Incompetence, ignorance, ideology: the government sellout of touring musicians
Marcus Cain looks at the truth behind the UK government's rejection of the EU's offer of visa-free travel for musicians...
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Vital venues: Hyde Park Book Club
Marcus Cain visits the Hyde Park Book Club in Leeds, one of many venues impacted by the pandemic.
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Is the Labour Party waking up to the need for electoral reform?
A look at the move towards electoral reform within the Labour Party.
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Last past the post
The first past the post (FPTP) system currently used in Westminster and local council elections in England is profoundly undemocratic...
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Leeds Bradford airport’s expansion plans were a bad idea before, now they’re ridiculous
On Monday 4 May, Australian company AMP Capital submitted their planning application to Leeds City Council which, if approved, would...
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