Saqib Bhatti: Lockdown 2) Why I will vote for it today
In a normal winter, demand on the NHS increases significantly. With the addition of a resurgent Covid-19, it could be pushed to breaking point.
Mark Harper: Lockdown 1) Why I will vote against it today
The published data does not substantiate the Prime Minister’s claim that hospital capacity in the South West would be exceeded in a matter of weeks.
Edward Davies: Work and relationships are the core components of mental health. The lockdown has damaged both.
The third in our mini-series of pieces from the Centre for Social Justice on the virus – and helping those in deep poverty.
Martin Howe: Two critical questions Johnson must answer on any EU deal
Will we get back our sovereignty next year? Will the agreement be good in trade terms? I fear ministers may end up settling for thin gruel.
Benjamin Obese-Jecty: Ministers must ensure the Overseas Operations Bill properly supports service personnel
It will uphold the election manifesto pledge to protect our service personnel against vexatious claims and the growing judicialization of warfare.
John Redwood: Covid-19 – and the hard questions that must be asked about forecasts, numbers, data and treatments
We know is that a lockdown is very damaging. The first one took around a quarter off our national income and output. We cannot afford to do that again.
Frank Young: Educational Long Covid. Why the collapse of schooling over lockdown will haunt the poor for years to come.
The second in our mini-series of pieces from the Centre for Social Justice on the virus – and helping those in deep poverty.
Andy Cook: To help reduce mass unemployment, back up Universal Credit with Universal Support
The first in a mini-series of pieces from the Centre for Social Justice on Covid-19 – and helping those in deep poverty.
David Davis: We are on course to be trapped in never-ending shutdowns with no exit route. Here is an alternative strategy.
We need to separate the Nightingales from other hospitals, build more of them – and use them as a means of isolating the infected.
Introducing a series this week on ConservativeHome with the Centre for Social Justice about the pandemic and fairness
We need a long-term poverty strategy and a Social Justice Cabinet Committee. And here’s a Christmas holiday plan for childrens’ food.
Christopher Fraser: Brexit gives us a huge opportunity for agricultural innovation
Improved crop protection can be achieved in a safe way to improve the environment and food security. The UK must not be left behind.
Nick Fletcher: Ministers must do more to strike the right balance between health and happiness
My constituents are divided between those demanding ever-tighter restrictions and others who want their quality of life back.
Albie Amankona: It’s time for a Conservative approach to anti-racism
We have always been champions of justice and we must double-down on fighting inequality through classical liberal principles.
Matt Vickers: I know from experience why the retail sector matters. So have your say on rates today.
Ae consultation on the issue is taking evidence now – and terms of reference for a review will be published in the Budget.
Syed Kamall: Rashford’s campaign calls for state action – but equally highlights the power of individuals and community
The recent debate on free school meals has shown, among many things, the impact of local civil society non-state organisations.