"Home Secretary demonstrates a lack of understanding" - Johnson

Labour's Shadow Home Secretary, Alan Johnson MP, responding to Theresa May's speech said: "The Home Secretary demonstrates a lack of understanding about the powers already available to the police. An more...

Coalition's U-turn on prison parties - Straw

Responding to the coalition's u-turn today on prison parties, Jack Straw MP, Labour's Shadow Justice Secretary said: "This is chaotic stuff and very early in the government's term. "Since Mr Blunt res more...

Results of Labour’s approach to supporting the recovery

Alistair Darling MP, Labour's Shadow Chancellor said: "Today figures show the results of the Labour Government’s approach to supporting the recovery. "This is the fastest growth we have seen for more...

"Tories are going soft on crime" says Home Secretary as crime in Yorkshire and the Humber falls by 8%

"These figures show that Labour's tough action is working" Figures released today (Thursday Jan 21) show that crime across Yorkshire and... more...

Survey shows vast majority in Yorkshire and across UK don't pay inheritance tax

A new survey shows that people in Yorkshire look set to leave an average inheritance of £146,446. Labour's Chief Secretary Liam Byrne said: "This survey... more...

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