Leeds’ leader, Judith Blake, welcomes creation of a powerful new voice in the Convention of the North

If the recent chaos on the railways proved anything, it was the need for the North to have a voice in the corridors of power – and a strong and united one. That voice will be found this summer, when a Convention of the North is established. Northern council leaders will meet alongside business leaders, … Continue reading Leeds’ leader, Judith Blake, welcomes creation of a powerful new voice in the Convention of the North

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McDonnell’s response to Hammond: Only Labour can deliver Brexit for the many

This morning Philip Hammond made his - delayed - Mansion House speech. Its messages were clear - austerity will continue, the Chancellor is not in agreement with the PM over Brexit. John McDonnell has responded - below. 'The Tories have learnt nothing. . . Only a Labour Government will secure a Brexit for the many … Continue reading McDonnell’s response to Hammond: Only Labour can deliver Brexit for the many