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Employment status

In this paper, the Fabian Society's deputy general secretary, Luke Raikes, investigates how well our current employment status framework is working and discusses options for reform. He situates the debate around single worker status, which would merge  ‘limb (b)’ workers with those with employee status, in the context of the need for general improvements to employment rights and enforcement.

Going up a gear

Luke Raikes, the Fabian Society's deputy general secretary, sets out practical recommendations to boost productivity while raising living standards, protecting the environment, and unlocking resources for public services and infrastructure.

Equality and empowerment

Fabian Society research director Luke Raikes sets out to make a progressive case for devolving public spending, raising important questions about how public money can be used more effectively to deliver policy objectives.

A good life in all regions

The report of the Fabian Society's Commission on Regional Poverty and Inequality concludes that the UK has two major regional economy challenges – ‘low growth’ outside the south east, where places lack good jobs; and ‘overheating’ in the capital, where living costs are too high.

Talking Green

Our latest report identifies how progressive politicians and campaigners should communicate the benefits of tackling climate change.

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