UK Economy

Will Labour’s plan for growth actually work?

— Chancellor Rachel Reeves vows to accelerate UK economic growth, but Brexit hurdles, fiscal constraints, and bureaucratic delays pose challenges. Ambitious plans demand private sector support, decisive execution, and immediate fiscal action.

UK Economy

Rachel Reeves’ route to economic growth is a slow one – and there are no guarantees voters will be patient enough

— UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves has shifted to an upbeat economic outlook, unveiling pension and infrastructure reforms. However, slow growth, planning delays, and labour shortages threaten Labour’s long-term vision and electoral credibility.

OPINION

Scotland has no future in Farage’s English nationalist UK

— The rise of Reform UK reflects the UK’s political shift to the far-right, driven by nationalist rhetoric, austerity appeals, and billionaire backing, now even threatening Scotland’s self-governance and the future of the NHS.

UK Politics

Tulip Siddiq and the fall of Bangladesh’s most powerful family

— UK anti-corruption minister Tulip Siddiq resigned after being implicated in Bangladeshi corruption probes involving her family, including deposed PM Sheikh Hasina. Legal and financial misconduct allegations intensify amid Bangladesh’s ongoing investigations.

UK Politics

Attacks on Jess Phillips show how online abuse of women is intended to keep them out of the public square

— British MP Jess Phillips’ online abuse from Elon Musk highlights the pervasive silencing of women in public life. Such targeted attacks threaten safety, deter participation, and undermine democracy globally.

UK Foreign Policy

UK foreign policy: The top five priorities for 2025

— The UK government’s foreign policy in 2025 will focus on Ukraine, the Middle East, EU relations, Trump’s presidency, and defining “progressive realism”. Challenges include conflicts, alliances, and economic considerations.

OPINION

Looking down the storm drain of 2025

— Higher energy bills mark 2025, alongside discontent with Labour’s unfulfilled promises and Keir Starmer’s declining popularity. Rising far-right influence threatens Westminster, bolstering Scottish independence momentum amid political dissatisfaction.

OPINION

Starmer’s Waspi betrayal will come back and sting him

— Labour faces backlash for scrapping pensioner benefits and denying compensation to 1950s-born Waspi women, contradicting prior pledges and ombudsman recommendations, sparking criticism for alienating key voter groups.

UK Politics

Is Reform really pulling ahead of Labour? What to really make of Farage’s supposed lead

— Reform’s recent surge in polling reflects discontent with Labour’s policies and rising protest votes. While correlations suggest fragmented party dynamics, Labour must prioritise delivery to regain dominance.

OPINION

Farage and Musk are coming for Scotland

— Elon Musk’s potential funding of Nigel Farage’s Reform UK party highlights the influence of dark money in British politics, threatening democracy and raising concerns for Scotland’s 2026 elections and independence movement.

UK Farmers

Tough news for protesting farmers: Labour doesn’t actually need their votes

— Labour’s rural gains don’t hinge on the farmers’ votes, as most rural seats can be won without significant agricultural support. However, broader rural discontent could still pose political challenges.

Long-Read

The Brexit quart won’t fit into Labour’s pint pot

— Labour’s Brexit policy centres on minor adjustments, avoiding rejoining debates despite economic drawbacks. Health Secretary Wes Streeting admitted Brexit’s economic costs, while backbenchers push for closer EU ties, challenging Labour’s restricted approach.

UK Politics

Nigel Farage, AI and the revolt of the squeezed middle: Class politics is about to get messier than ever

— Disillusioned working-class voters, largely ignored by major parties, increasingly risk shifting to Reform UK, especially those prioritising issues like immigration. Labour’s grip on key constituencies remains vulnerable, with slim majorities at stake.

Budget 2024

Five ways the budget shows Rachel Reeves is thinking long-term more than the Tories ever did

— Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ first budget in 14 years shifts focus to long-term economic strategy, with £100 billion in investment, enhanced oversight, regional empowerment, infrastructure projects, and bolstered public services. Challenges remain, however.

UK Budget 2024

Labour’s first budget: Redistribution away from the rich after over a decade of Conservative rule

— Labour’s first budget prioritises redistribution and public sector investment over austerity, targeting higher taxes for the wealthy to fund increased spending on the NHS, education, and community care.

COMMENT

It’s not red or blue. It’s power we hold to account

— Since taking office, Keir Starmer has begun to deliver on some of his promises. But he has also made some bad choices. Good Law Project are here to hold the government to account.