Comment Central

Policy debate and discussion, featuring opinion from a range of perspectives.

[Comment Central @CentralComment]

"Welfare spending is not out of control. Most benefits are not going to people who don’t need them. The real problems stem from a broken Department for Work and Pensions and a health and social care system that hasn’t been modernised for the challenges the country faces today."

In his first article for @CentralComment, @JohnMilneLD calls on politicians to more boldly confront "damaging myths" about the benefit system and who it supports.

https://t.co/Y4DdHg0PP4

[Comment Central @CentralComment]

"Reeves’ Budget is an opportunity to demonstrate that rural communities are part of the conversation. If the Government is serious about levelling up, then it must start by levelling the playing field for rural areas."

@SarahGibsonLD MP sets out her wishlist for a Budget that delivers for Britain's rural businesses.👇

https://t.co/WHSHPyGm2E

[Dr Neil Shastri-Hurst MP @DrNShastriHurst]

💼 The Chancellor will deliver her Budget tomorrow.

With no coherent economic narrative, it will be the second time Labour actively weakens the foundations of growth.

To borrow a famous headline, will the last person to leave Britain please turn out the lights?

Read more in @CentralComment ➡️ https://t.co/3msJQ81o92

[Gregory Stafford MP @GregoryStafford]

Ahead of Rachel Reeves' budget of uncertainty, I set out my concerns for homeowners, savers and pensioners in @CentralComment.

https://t.co/erUFBJxJmz

[Comment Central @CentralComment]

"In this year’s Budget, the Chancellor must reset relations with the rural economy and set out clear support for our communities."

In his first piece for @CentralComment, @_AndersonStuart sets out the key policy moves he would like to see in next week's Budget.

https://t.co/01HvjHZCWb

[National Institute of Economic and Social Research @NIESRorg]

"We need to call time on fiscal wishful thinking.

What’s needed in the #AutumnBudget is a credible plan to reduce #debt – not just over this Parliament but over the decade ahead."

Our Director David Aikman's latest piece for @CentralComment is out now!

https://t.co/ucc5y1o9YR

[Comment Central @CentralComment]

"The sun may not be shining, but it’s still the moment to fix the roof – before the next storm arrives."

Ahead of next week’s Budget, @NIESRorg Director David Aikman urges the Chancellor to set out a credible long-term plan to reduce debt - not just over this Parliament but over the decade ahead.

https://t.co/cC9fADg9G4

[Comment Central @CentralComment]

"This is a time when business needs a shot in the arm, not a Chancellor willing to place greater taxes and regulation on them."

Ahead of next week's Budget, @PeterABedford MP writes for Comment Central, asking: "Why would you bother setting up a business in Labour’s Britain?"

https://t.co/vJIHfzStdJ

[Comment Central @CentralComment]

"[W]e are now in a cycle of ever higher public expenditure to afford all that the voters have been offered, and ever higher taxes and borrowing to pay for it.

"If we cannot break this cycle, and break it soon, we face economic oblivion."

@DesmondSwayne writes for @CentralComment ahead of next Wednesday's Budget. Read the full piece below👇

https://t.co/c7jVe6MZbz

[Dr Peter Prinsley MP @PeterPrinsley]

The BBC matters now more than ever.

In a world awash with disinformation, a strong and independent public broadcaster is essential to protecting the truth and safeguarding our democracy.

Here's my piece for Comment Central.👇
https://t.co/pkpuTJm0xa

[Comment Central @CentralComment]

It was great to host our event this morning on 'How the Government can supercharge climate finance' sponsored by @coolearth

A huge thank you to attendees and to @TonyJuniper, @lorddeben, and @natalieben for speaking, chaired by John Higginson from @HigginsonTweets

[Comment Central @CentralComment]

EVENT NEXT WEEK 🚨🌍

Join us 10 June, 8:30 am, at @OQSLDN for a breakfast panel on how the UK can supercharge climate finance sponsored by @coolearth.

Speakers include climate policy experts @TonyJuniper, @lorddeben, and @natalieben. Email [email protected].

[Comment Central @CentralComment]

EVENT ALERT🚨🌎

Join us 10 June, 8:30 am, at @OQSLDN for a breakfast panel on how the UK can supercharge climate finance sponsored by @coolearth.

Speakers include climate policy experts @TonyJuniper, @lorddeben, and @natalieben.

Email [email protected] to RSVP

[Comment Central @CentralComment]

"It's time young people feel part of the decision-making process."

@LeighInghamMP, discusses the importance of putting young people’s voices at the heart of politics.

https://t.co/yvM88xrfpo

[Comment Central @CentralComment]

"The government should not be so naïve as to expect Nigel’s merry men to say ‘well done and thank you’."

Vince Cable explores the current political landscape around immigration.

https://t.co/XDQFr61mor

[Comment Central @CentralComment]

"Our MPs must listen and take strong action to tackle nature’s destruction and climate change."

Dominique Palmer, climate advocate, discusses how Blair’s backing of carbon capture won’t save the climate.

https://t.co/rOhYweFNPm

[Comment Central @CentralComment]

"We will accept nothing less than the full implementation of the Hillsborough Law. Anything less is a betrayal."

@KimJohnsonMP discusses the importance of creating a Hillsborough Law.

https://t.co/cFtQ9rSzI7

[Comment Central @CentralComment]

"Put simply, local authorities can supercharge animal welfare."

Lee Gingell, public affairs manager for local government at the @RSPCA_official, discusses the importance of animal welfare in local councils.

https://t.co/HWrrb5ZdMR

[Comment Central @CentralComment]

"Whether it’s miscalculations, last-minute financial updates, or complex conditions on accessing funding – you name it, GPs have seen it."

Katie Collin, partner at Ramsay Brown LLP, discussing why we must consider the implications of welfare cuts on GPs.

https://t.co/GVq308c6un

[Comment Central @CentralComment]

"Starmer has a lot to lose. He’s overpromised and under-delivered throughout his time in Number 10."

Isaac Goldring argues that Starmer must strike a deal with Trump if he wants to turn his popularity around and keep Labour afloat.

https://t.co/dDUhqzMXZr