Dave Dalton: Forcing glass into a deposit return scheme risks putting recycling into reverse

International evidence suggests it hinders re-use and drives up consumption of single-use plastics.

Jack Brereton: The regulated betting and gaming industry is crucial to the UK’s post-pandemic recovery

The economic contribution made by bet365 shows how vital this sector is.

Graham Baldwin: Levelling up? Modern universities are leading the way

Academic institutions have revived towns and cities, spreading opportunity and reskilling the workforce, among other benefits.

Andy Knott: It’s time for the Government to strengthen the Hunting Act

It is one of the finest examples of ‘have your cake and eat it’ dishes ever served up for public consumption.

Will Gardiner: The promise of Drax – a lower cost, Net Zero future to help level up the Humber

The project is uniquely placed to put Yorkshire and the Humber on the world stage.

Nick Shave: The PM’s new space strategy has lifted off ambitiously – now we need to ensure it reaches the final destination

The sector is key to the growth that will be defining the future world economy, including in areas like clean energy, robotics and artificial intelligence.

Ryan Henson: The challenges facing the UK and our new Foreign Secretary

Truss must ensure Britain remains a global leader in development, as well as in defence and diplomacy.

Amanda Cupples: The short-term letting industry has an important role to play as tourism bounces back

To help operators in this sector, the Government should create a simple, new national registration system.

Darren Caplan: The UK railway industry can play a key part in the country’s post pandemic economic recovery

It is vital the Government remembers this while finalising the Comprehensive Spending Review.

Andy Bagnall: Ministers must recognise rail’s crucial role in hitting Britain’s Net Zero target

Train travel is vastly less polluting than road or air – yet at present the tax system penalises passengers.

David Orr: The pandemic has shown that now is the time to bring England’s homes up to scratch

From Net Zero to social care, safe, warm, affordable, and energy efficient properties will be absolutely essential.

Brigid Simmonds: The betting and gaming industry is creating tomorrow’s jobs, with diversity as our focus

Our members support 119,000 jobs across the UK, generate £4.5bn in tax for the Treasury and contribute £7.7bn to the economy.

Sponsored Post: Damian Kassabgi: Our “buy now, pay later” option must not be bogged down by bureaucracy

Ensuring that we do not stifle innovation, while legislating for robust consumer protections, is the crux of what policymakers should be looking to achieve.

Rob Mutimer: Ministers must back British farmers over trade with China

If nothing is done, we fear the pig industry is heading towards collapse, which would affect tens of thousands of jobs.

Darren Caplan: If you want a Global Britain, don’t turn off the TAP to the UK’s SME rail exporters

The Tradeshow Access Programme has been invaluable for the rail sector, and costs very little.