A battle with teaching unions looks inevitable next month. Who will win?
The Government is only likely to be emboldened to take the necessary action if it feels that is what parents demand.
The “equalities” industry has entrenched division. It must be swept away.
A true “colour blind” non-discrimination law is needed, with the rights of each individual valued and respected.
Rough sleeping has fallen sharply. The challenge is to stop it rising again.
A bed is not enough. A chance of employment, as well as good physical and mental health are needed to turn lives around.
Clearing up litter is integral to regaining our civic pride
What does it say for our patriotic endeavour that so many of our fellow citizens are literally rubbishing our country?
Victory for ConservativeHome! Al fresco dining restrictions lifted.
As you embrace cafe society, remember that it was this website that won you your new found freedom.
Are the Police and Crime Commissioners doomed to fail?
The National Police Chiefs’ Council must be scrapped for proper accountability to have a chance. Greater local accountability is needed.
Bailey must stand
Socialist hegemony in our capital can only be challenged if Conservatives are unapologetic in fighting the battle of ideas.
Local authorities do not have the power to stop academies reopening
Plus: councils will not go bust – and restrictions are to be eased on eating al fresco.
Coronavirus: Jenrick steps up efforts to help the vulnerable – rough sleepers and victims of domestic violence
The greatest difficulty may prove persuading those who need help, to accept it. Plus – councils given discretion over small business funding.
Will town halls run out of money?
The funding pressures are genuine. But expecting to be “fully” compensated by central Government is unrealistic.
Coronavirus: some councils are doing better than others. And where are the Police and Crime Commissioners?
They should be ensuring that the police do not behave in a way that alienates people. Plus – the imperative to free up NHS beds.
How effective will the push be to eliminate rough sleeping?
The greatest uncertainty is over how many will be willing to accept the offer of accommodation.
Is the scaling back of services on London tube and buses doing more harm than good?
Closing 40 tube stations may give us a “nudge” to stay at home. But reducing the frequency of trains makes overcrowding worse.
Council by-election result from yesterday
Labour held a seat in Coventry in the only contest this week. All the other by-elections were postponed.
Jenrick announces measures to help councils focus on social care
Making full use of the volunteers will mean lifting some of the red tape around vetting and so forth. It is a matter of balancing the risks involved in a practical way.