Central Lobby
The Member Directory lists all the Central Lobby policy experts.
Ann McKechin MP: Is the online market killing the High Street?
Ann McKcKechin sits on the BIS committee which has launched an inquiry into High Street decline. Is the strong UK online market responsible?
Education policy ‘confused and contradictory’
The Government should abolish the ring-fence around the schools budget, according to think tank Reform.
Union offers ‘solution to A&E crisis’
An effective primary care service including out-of-hours services for patients will relieve pressure on A&E, Unite has said.
Angela Eagle: Cameron is running scared of PMQs
The Shadow Leader of the House tells PoliticsHome David Cameron is running scared from PMQs and a rebellious parliament.
Alex Cunningham MP: Stop armed forces recruiting children
Ahead of his debate today, Labour MP Alex Cunningham argues that the UK’s “routine” practice of recruiting 16 year olds into the armed forces has to stop
David Amess MP: The only way is.....Southend
David Amess sets out why Southend is far and away the best choice for UK City of Culture in 2017. He has a Westminster Hall debate on this subject today at 9.30am
Everyone equal in the sight of God say the Quakers
Paul Parker, the Recording Clerk for the Quakers in Britain, sets out why they support Equal Marriage and look forward to conducting the first same sex Quaker marriage ceremony
Why aren't we recycling more?
A new study will try to work out why recycling rates are so low in the UK.
Why ‘business as usual’ is no longer good enough
Simon Baldry, Vice President and General Manager, Coca-Cola Enterprises GB, introduces the latest CCE sustainability report
Empty shops up to 12%
The number of empty town centre retail properties has risen, according to new figures from the British Retail Consortium.
Andrea Leadsom MP: Caring responsibilities are affecting family life
Andrea Leadsom writes about 'Families that care', the latest report from the Centre for the Modern Family, established by Scottish Widows
We need dog control notices
Animal charities and vets have both called for the introduction of dog control notices do deal with dangerous pets.
Mark Spencer MP: CPS gives impression reckless driving is ok
Ahead of his adjournment debate this afternoon, Tory MP Mark Spencer highlights a perception that authorities are more willing to prosecute for speeding offences than for injuries caused through reckless driving
Engineers’ question ‘flawed’ HS2 claims
An industry body for engineers has said that the Department for Transport’s claims about the benefits of HS2 care flawed
RCVS calls for a Private Members Bill to protect the title ‘veterinary nurse'
RCVS calls for a Private Members Bill to protect the title ‘veterinary nurse'
‘Green’ HS2 destroys ancient trees
The first phase of the HS2 route from London to Birmingham will have a “detrimental impact on ancient woodland”, according to a leading charity.
Reducing young driver death toll
With the MP ballot for private members bills taking place in Parliament today, the Association of British Insurers explains why a bill changing driving lessons rules would help reduce young driver deaths
Charities told to stop exploiting interns
Voluntary organisations are exploiting interns, according to new research from trade union Unite.
Three-quarters back ‘right to die’ bill
A new law that would allow terminally ill adults the choice of an assisted death has found widespread public support, according to new research
Julie Hilling MP: Government’s dog control measures insufficient
Ahead of her adjournment debate later today, Labour MP Julie Hilling stresses the need for Dog Control Notices and comprehensive legislation to tackle the issue of dangerous dogs
Baroness Howe: For the sake of our children
Writing for Central Lobby, crossbench peer Baroness Howe of Idlicote explains why she is introducing her Online Safety Bill which has its First Reading in the House of Lords today.
Angelina has preventative double mastectomy
Women like actress Angelina Jolie who have a faulty gene that increases the risk of breast cancer have a range of options, a charity has said
Who would care for mum?
Age UK relaunches its 'Care in Crisis' campaign, calling for the amendment of the new Care Bill
Charlotte Leslie MP: Councils stopping children doing sport
Conservative MP Charlotte Leslie highlights the ‘perverse’ trend of children being prevented from having swimming lessons in council owned sports centres