Terror, a tragedy and a lost reputation
The last few weeks have seen Britain hit by terror attacks and now the Grenfell Tower fire. The horror of watching an inferno, knowing there are people inside, will stay with us all for years to come.
Opinion
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Carter vs Simmonds: Why I want to be LGA Tory leader
June 22, 2017
Local Government Association Conservative Group leadership candidates, Kent CC leader Paul Carter and Hillingdon LBC leader David Simmonds, outline their top priorities.
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Lessons from the ashes of Grenfell
June 21, 2017
As a tribute to those who have died at Grenfell, we should embark on well-constructed, good standard, mass housebuilding for all, writes Claire Fox.
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We need a public inquiry into our national politicians
June 21, 2017
Occasionally a crisis will happen that exposes our trust in the competence of politicians to be entirely optimistic, writes Michael Burton.
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We can help you achieve your objectives, Westminster
June 21, 2017
Jo Miller looks at the current state of the state and argues local government could make best use of the public purse because it understands the unintended consequences of Westminster policies.
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