News & Insight
The latest news, analysis and opinion from the Fabian Society including highlights from the Fabian Review and web-exclusive commentary and insight.
Defence matters
3 April 2019
Today marks the 70th anniversary of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO). Madeleine Moon MP, president of the NATO parliamentary assembly, reflects on past achievements and present challenges.
Continue Reading Defence / Foreign policy / International relations
Hard truths
2 April 2019
MIKE AMESBURY MP: Under this Conservative government jobcentres are crumbling. A radical overhaul could transform them into genuine community hubs that offer real support, not sanctions.
Continue Reading Employment / Labour party / Social security / Work
Breaking ground
29 March 2019
SALLY WITCHER: Scotland’s new social security system teaches Westminster not only the value of dignity and respect, but that it’s time for a new kind of politics.
Continue Reading Disability / Inequality / Poverty / Social security / Scotland
Future uncertainties
27 March 2019
JOSH ABEY: The Office for National Statistics (ONS) released data this week claiming 1.5m jobs in England are at ‘high risk’ of automation. We must pay very close attention to who is doing the jobs that are highly susceptible,
Continue Reading Changing Work Centre / Economy / Inequality / Technology / Work
Bold and ambitious
26 March 2019
KATE GREEN MP: The world is changing rapidly. If our social security system is to protect us, we need to reimagine its purpose.
Continue Reading Labour party / Social security / Changing Work Centre / Work
Closer to the grassroots
22 March 2019
RAZA GRIFFITHS: The Conservatives’, Liberal Democrats’ and Labour’s mental health strategies do not properly consider the needs and experiences of black and minority ethnic communities.
Continue Reading Disability / Health / Inequality / Labour partyFabian membership
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