The Committee Chairs: In Conversation with Robin Walker

Chairman of the Education Select Committee, Robin Walker, tells us about the government’s priorities in the education system, his thoughts on teacher strikes and the impact his role has on the sector.

Minister admits ‘strong case’ for slashing fuel duty

A minister has said there is a “strong case” for cutting fuel duty. School standards minister Robin Walker says the chancellor could soon be made to roll out new support for motorists as prices soar. Yesterday the AA urged the government to cut fuel duty by 10p as the cost of filling a 55-litre tank […]

Govt refuses to intervene over mining ‘bad apples’

MPs split over ministers’ refusal to change listing rules for mining firms

Peacemaker: Cameron reaches out to Tory eurosceptics after revolt

Britain can use the eurozone crisis to win back powers from the EU, David Cameron has said.

Tory eurosceptic views crisis ‘opportunity’

Britain can use the ongoing eurozone crisis to win back powers from Brussels, a leading Tory rebel has told politics.co.uk.