News & Insight

The latest news, analysis and opinion from the Fabian Society including highlights from the Fabian Review and web-exclusive commentary and insight.

Opinion

The financialisation of the everyday

27 September 2019

GRACE BLAKELEY: The crisis in British capitalism has its roots in the financialisation of the economy over decades. It is only by confronting vested interests that a Labour government will be able to make a real difference and build an economy for all.

Continue Reading Democracy / Economy / Inequality / Labour party

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Everyday socialism

19 September 2019

Good jobs, responsible employers and prosperous communities are the foundation of a thriving economy. How can we ensure that they are available to everyone, no matter where they live? This new pamphlet edited by Rachel Reeves MP delves into the big questions facing the left.

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Opinion

Stepping up

18 September 2019

LAUREN CROWLEY: As today’s BEIS committee report proves, the government must do more to manage the transition to automation.

Continue Reading Changing Work Centre / Economy / Inequality / Work

Opinion

Gearing up

16 September 2019

MARK PERRYMAN: Labour needs an insurgency of such a scale that will catapult it into government.

Continue Reading Labour party / Elections

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Renters' support for rent controls is about more than saving money

13 September 2019

New Fabian Society research reveals that renters’ support for rent controls is motivated by more than just saving money, with the results suggesting private renters want rent regulation to tackle insecurity and unfair treatment.

Continue Reading Class / Housing / Inequality / Labour party

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