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'Glimmer of hope' for UK economy

January consumer spending figures have provided a "glimmer of hope" for the economy as UK household spending registered a 0.4 per cent rise. The underlying trend of growth does, however, remain subdued.

'My grandchildren know more about the internet than I do!'

We talk to Alun Michael MP, host of today's discussion in Portcullis House to mark Safer Internet Day 2012.

Intellectual property and its contribution to economic growth

Pete Wishart MP says the government must ensure that the vaulable role of Intellectual Property is respected and assess the true cost of undermining our creative industries.

Tobacco Control – the real smokescreen

Angela Harbutt of Liberal Vision criticises the "clichéd view of evil tobacco" having disproportionate control over policy, following a Central Lobby article from Lord Faulkner of Worcester.

Vince Cable "very proud" of apprenticeships scheme

The Business Secretary has said he is "very proud" that the government is prioritising investment in apprenticeships despite financial constraint.

Combating health inequalities

Ahead of the Wolfson Research Institute parliamentary reception, Roberta Blackman-Woods MP discusses the work of the Institute on a regional, national and international level.

Too much focus on "city regions"

Baroness Quin argues that rural areas are left isolated with few economic opportunities.

Smoke out tobacco companies influence

Lord Faulkner explains how the tobacco industry funds others to argue on their behalf to arbitrate health policies.

Learning whilst you earn: The advantages of an apprenticeship

On the first day of National Apprenticeship Week, Tom Simcock outlines the benefits of the Calor Gas apprenticeship scheme, of which he is a recent graduate.

Safer Internet Day marks its ninth year

February 7th sees the ninth consecutive Safer Internet Day (SID) – Will Gardner, chief executive of Childnet International, outlines the key themes and activity that will be happening on the day.

National apprenticeship for the legal sector set to benefit UK economy

A new apprenticeship framework for the legal sector promises to create huge potential, says Charles Welsh, key account manager for legal services at Skills for Justice.

The February Moment: planting trees to celebrate the Jubilee

The Woodland Trust has urged parliamentarians to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee by supporting the Trust's year-long tree planting campaign.





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