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The Member Directory lists all the Central Lobby policy experts.

Vets call on public to respond to DEFRA consultation

Dr Jerry Davies, the president of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, discusses the proposed changes to the College's disciplinary process and how the public and parliamentarians alike can make their views known.

Relations with Algeria 'geopolitically important' to the UK

Lord Risby calls for the UK to develop stronger links with Algeria, given the country's enthusiasm and geopolitical significance in the region.

Spelman: Consumers are key to environmental progress

Environment secretary Caroline Spelman has congratulated the retail sector for its ambitious environmental progress, but has said that reducing consumer impact will be a key demand for the sector moving forward.

"Social value" for the commission of public services

Chris White MP calls for organisations that "know our communities best, to be involved in the commissioning process"

Time to reflect on benefits of Welfare Bill amendments

The return of the Welfare Reform Bill to the House of Commons offers an opportunity to reflect on what this legislation could mean for the thousands of people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in England, says Jackie McCluskey, director of policy and communications at Homeless Link.

Reinforcing the nation's transmission networks

Professor Mike Sterling of the Institution of Engineering and Technology outlines the need for installing new high voltage transmission circuits, following a parliamentary report launch on the need for reinforcement of the current network.

MP backs Manchester's Green Bank bid

Tony Lloyd MP explains why he feels the world's first sustainable investment bank should be in Manchester.

Putting soft power at the heart of foreign policy

John Glen MP considers how the UK can develop a foreign policy strategy that better integrates the "different elements of hard and soft power".

Scottish referendum puts Lords reform in 'limbo'

Lord Hunt of Kings Heath calls for Lords reform to be dealt with in its proper context, regardless of the Scottish referendum.

"50 per cent rise" in diabetes cases

Lord Collins of Highbury calls for a public awareness campaign to help prevent and detect diabetes as latest figures show the disease is on the rise.

Nothing short of a scandal

Lord Bach calls for the government to retain legal aid in the face of cuts.

MP calls for promotion of social mobility

Esther McVey MP seeks to promote social mobility, as she warns of the damage for those individuals who were never able, or allowed to fulfil their potential.





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