At a time when millions of small businesses are struggling to survive, to offer them just £5 billion would be an insult. We need to see a budget with a bold and ambitious compensation package From beauticians to builders, florists … read more
25 years ago our former leader Paddy Ashdown laid out the stakes for Britain’s position in the world: Britain’s role as the bulwark against tyranny in two wars this century was not a product of isolationism. It was the natural … read more
Just like with Black History Month (October) or Disability History Month (which runs from November into December), it’s typically filled with events (check ours out here) and discussion. LGBT+ History Month reminds us of the progress we’ve made, but also … read more
During this pandemic, millions of people have stepped up heroically to look after elderly, disabled and vulnerable people. Most carers are simply exhausted during coronavirus. Most haven’t had a single break since the pandemic began. A recent survey by Carers … read more
For all of us, 2020 was a difficult year; some of us touched by death and many by loss of income, wellbeing and self-worth. So much has changed, and yet not changed. Those of us with memories of SARS watched … read more