Papers deliver mixed verdict on Labour conference
News Article 29 September 2006
Most of Friday's newspapers agree that Labour managed to paper over the cracks during its annual conference but predict that divisions over the leadership will soon reappear.
Prescott bows out with an apology
Press Review 29 September 2006
John Prescott has confirmed he plans to step down as Labour's deputy leader, coupling the announcement with an apology to the party for his recent personal behaviour.
Reid boosts leadership credentials
Press Review 29 September 2006
John Reid's speech to the Labour conference on Thursday is viewed as having boosted his leadership credentials.
Labour cheered but not renewed
Blog Article 28 September 2006
As he said in his typically intelligent address today, John Reid rightly wants to re-engage with the Muslim community.
Action pledged on crime and extremism
News Article 28 September 2006
The home secretary has said he will step up the government's law and order drive, pledging tougher action against criminals and a boost to Britain's security forces.
Prescott confirms departure plans
News Article 28 September 2006
Having backed Gordon Brown to become the next prime minister, John Prescott has ended the Labour conference by confirming that he plans to step down as deputy party leader.
Ulster parties face 'serious consequences'
News Article 28 September 2006
Peter Hain has repeated his warning that the consequences of missing the November deadline for power-sharing in Northern Ireland will be "serious".
Hain: Threat in Wales comes from Tories
News Article 28 September 2006
Labour faces a "bare knuckle fight with the Tories" at next May's elections in Wales, according to Peter Hain.
Children in care face 'unacceptable outcomes'
News Article 28 September 2006
The children's minister has promised that the government's forthcoming green paper will tackle the "completely unacceptable outcomes" facing children in care.
Timms warns of 'tight' spending review
News Article 28 September 2006
The chief secretary to the Treasury has warned that next year's comprehensive spending review will be tight, with the chancellor approaching the limits of his fiscal rules.
Reid seeks 'full part' in Labour's future
News Article 28 September 2006
John Reid has delivered a wide-ranging speech to the Labour conference which will fuel speculation he is set to mount a bid for the party leadership.
Chancellor 'has six months'
Press Review 28 September 2006
The Telegraph reports that Blairite ministers have given Gordon Brown six months to prove he has the public appeal to win Labour an historic fourth term in office.
Clinton praises Blair and Brown
Press Review 28 September 2006
Former US president Bill Clinton has praised Gordon Brown's "brilliant vision for the future" and "brilliant economic leadership".
Miliband calls for 'Environmental Union'
Press Review 28 September 2006
The EU will only appeal to a new generation if it stands for "Environmental Union", David Miliband said yesterday.
Prescott backs Brown
Press Review 28 September 2006
John Prescott last night broke a cabinet 'vow of silence' to say he backed Gordon Brown as next Labour leader.
