Compassionate conservatism
Barwell wins bill battle against mental health discrimination
Gavin Barwell’s bill to end discrimination against those suffering from mental illnesses received its third reading in the House of Lords this afternoon, which means it is just a small… Continue reading
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David Cameron to Ed Miliband: Come and have a go, if you think you're hard enough - Spectator Blogs
For months now, David Cameron and his government have been pursued around the ring. Chased by Labour and harassed by events they have often been caught on the ropes. Off-balance… Continue reading
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The benefit cap is a key test of compassionate Conservatism
David Cameron and Nick Clegg’s railways announcement wasn’t the only attempt today by the coalition to bounce back from the strife of the past few weeks. Iain Duncan Smith also… Continue reading
15 CommentsCompassionate conservatism the key to gay marriage pledge
When David Cameron spoke to the Carlton Club political dinner on Thursday night, he stressed that the Conservatives must not subcontract out compassion to their coalition partners. The Prime Minister’s… Continue reading
71 CommentsDavid Aaronovitch and the social conservative consensus
David Aaronovitch is one of the preeminent voices of the liberal-left in this country. He is no social conservative and has been dismissive of those who want a lower time-limit… Continue reading
33 CommentsThe man who would be shadow international development secretary
Guido says that Gordon Brown wants to become shadow international development secretary. This rumour is uncorroborated, as far as I can gather, and I’m sure it’s a joke. But I… Continue reading
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