A debate is underway in the UK regarding the potential scrapping of compulsory GCSE resits, a policy that critics argue has done more harm than good.

A commentary piece highlights the impending battles over social care in the UK, emphasizing the depth of the crisis and the perceived commitment of a Prime Minister who believes in addressing it, with Andy Burnham poised to use his influence.

Labour MPs are advocating for a cap on political donations. This move aims to address concerns about funding in politics.

Polly Toynbee argues that if the right seeks more money for defence, it should address Ministry of Defence wastefulness or consider the pensioner triple lock, rather than cutting from disabled people or families.

The decision not to test all men and only screen the most at risk, including black men, is fact-based.

Columnist Polly Toynbee discusses Andy Burnham's proposed strategy to save the Labour party, which includes a new manifesto, a new election, and electoral reform, particularly proportional representation.

An opinion piece argues that the first-past-the-post electoral system is detrimental to democracy, destroying trust in politics regardless of election outcomes.

An opinion piece suggests that Labour's ambitious green energy plan could become a foundational legacy for future generations in the UK, comparable to the creation of the NHS.

A commentary highlights the ongoing doctors' strike in the UK, attributing the lack of resolution to 'impossible' demands from the BMA and 'Trumpian threats' from Labour, leading to stalled negotiations and suffering for the NHS.

Two-thirds of voters want an elected second chamber. The government needs a radical legacy: it should use its rare majority for this Goodbye (almost) to the hereditary peers, voted out on Tuesday…

Polly Toynbee reports on palpable frustration among locals in Gorton and Denton, emphasizing the need for wise voting and a united front to prevent the left from splintering.

Disability campaigners are calling on Andy Burnham to postpone the assisted dying bill, expressing concerns about its implications. Separately, green groups are urging him to address the climate crisis more actively.

The High Pay Centre, a think tank known for exposing excessive CEO wages and corporate pay, is facing imminent closure. The news has sent shockwaves through the social research community, with reports suggesting anti-diversity sentiments from across the Atlantic may be a contributing factor.

Labour party members, including canvassers, MPs, and volunteers from various factions, are converging on Makerfield, viewing the upcoming election as a pivotal "sliding doors moment" for the party's future.

An analysis suggests that British politics, despite its fractured and chaotic state, is now brimming with new ideas for the future. The Labour leadership contest and Tony Blair's intervention are credited with fostering policy discussions, alongside a centre-right resurgence.

An opinion piece argues that the benefits of longitudinal studies like the UK Biobank, which provide crucial data for medical research, are too significant to abandon despite recent security breach concerns in China.

Polly Toynbee's opinion piece challenges those advocating for cutting welfare benefits to fund defense, questioning who they are willing to impoverish, and criticizes Conservatives and Faragists for treating the benefits budget as a "magic money tree."

The new head of Ofcom faces the difficult task of enforcing impartiality laws against GB News, with Labour seeing this as an opportunity to address the UK's media landscape.

Despite Labour's recognition of the crucial role of early years education, the poorest children in England are still missing out on the care they deserve, highlighting an ongoing struggle for adequate provision.

If anyone can convince politicians and public of the need to pay for a national care service, it’s Louise Casey. With her involved, I now have hope No government in my lifetime has been dealt a worse hand than Keir Starmer’s. Austerity-broken public services, an empty Treasury, a jittery bond market freaked out by Liz Truss and then stricken by the arrival of Trump 2.0 with his bully-tariffs. Now Britain’s ally is setting the Middle East on fire in a murderous war, exploding oil and gas price...

The UK, like many other countries, has a falling birthrate. But Danny Kruger’s perverse 1970s-style policies offer nothing to mothers-to-be Babies are beautiful. I always want to smile at them in the street, perhaps because they are a rarer and more precious sight in this ageing country or because they remind me of my grandchildren. There are about 3.5 million children aged four and under, while dogs on the streets are a more plentiful 13.5 million. Is the dog boom compensating for fewer chil...

Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee argues that Gen Z and millennials face significantly greater challenges than her own generation, despite common criticisms labeling the young as 'lazy' or 'entitled'.

As Andy Burnham prepares to enter No 10 as the likely next prime minister, he faces numerous crises, including issues of sleaze and child hunger, which will define his first 100 days.

An opinion column argues that Andy Burnham is the only candidate who can prevent Nigel Farage from becoming Prime Minister, advocating for his unique blend of optimism and realism.

Polly Toynbee, referencing Alan Milburn's report, asserts that the UK's young generation has been betrayed by dire prospects, calling the excoriating account of their lives a call to action akin to a modern Beveridge report.

An opinion piece argues that the Labour party requires genuine radical action and a change in direction rather than simply a new leader, questioning the focus on 'who' instead of 'what' is needed to fix Britain.

An opinion piece discusses how the Labour party can genuinely reform its funding, suggesting that resistance from the Reform party and Tories would signal true change, starting with banning crypto donations.

An observation from a London jobcentre suggests young people are eager to work, and there may now be more job opportunities and government support available to help them find employment.

As the public consultation on the BBC's future approaches its conclusion, supporters are urged to defend the institution against efforts to undermine it, despite its charter not expiring until December 2027.

An analysis by Polly Toynbee discusses the significant challenges facing the Labour party in the Gorton and Denton by-election, highlighting the public's desire to stop Farage.