22nd February 2012 By Neil McInroy
New research suggests public services are being reformed in a way that pays little regard to equality. Neil McInroy and Richard Caulfield argue it’s time for everyone to stand up and take responsibility
22nd February 2012 By Stuart Speeden
The ‘five pillars’ that support the government’s reform programme must have equality at their foundations. Any notion of ‘fairness’ will come crashing down otherwise, warns Stuart Speeden
21st February 2012 By Matthew Jackson
It seems central government no longer regards equality as a priority – and that makes the role of local commissioners more crucial than ever, says Matthew Jackson
20th February 2012 By Debra Allcock Tyler
The ability of voluntary and community sector organisations to represent and support marginalised groups has been seriously damaged. Equality must return to the top of the agenda, says Debra Allcock Tyler
17th February 2012 By David Boyle
The coalition government is absolutely right to strive for localism. It’s just a shame it’s so out of touch with the way its reforms are playing out on the ground, says David Boyle
16th February 2012 By Paul Hackett
New Labour’s strategy to eradicate poverty was undoubtedly flawed. But the coalition government’s belief that state intervention was the problem could be catastrophic, warns Paul Hackett
13th February 2012 By Austin Macauley
Love Your Streets has seen hundreds of people mobilised to make a difference in their local community through clear-up days, litter collecting and acts of kindness.
9th February 2012 By Clare Goff
The switch from public body to charity has been a challenging transition for the Community Development Foundation. But boss Alison Seabrooke tells Clare Goff it’s given the organisation a new lease of life
8th February 2012 By Simon Hobbs
In our latest article on the UK’s ageing population, Simon Hobbs and Alan Hatton-Yeo argue that if we are to harness the potential of older people we need to recognise individuality and encourage a voice and real influence
2nd February 2012 By Clare Goff
The Evergreen Cooperatives Initiative is harnessing the spending power of hospitals and universities to rebuild local economies in Cleveland, Ohio. Clare Goff reports
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