Crosby calls for Conservative discipline
News Article 21 April 2005
Conservative campaign chief Lynton Crosby has called for discipline and unity as the election reaches a crucial stage.
Parties woo Welsh voters
News Article 21 April 2005
Election campaigning in Wales is continuing, with the emphasis shifting to schools, families and the economy.
Tories pledge tax cut for homebuyers
News Article 21 April 2005
The Conservatives have set out plans to slash stamp duty by doubling the threshold at which it will be paid.
Labour promises to slash crime
News Article 21 April 2005
As new figures point to a fall in crime levels, the prime minister has committed Labour to delivering a further 15 per cent reduction.
Conservatives plan £1bn stamp duty cut
Press Review 21 April 2005
Michael Howard is to set out plans to slash stamp duty for homebuyers by £1bn - the final tax-cut in the Tory policy armoury.
Tories boosted by secret loans
Press Review 21 April 2005
The Electoral Commission is to investigate the principle of parties using secret multimillion-pound loans from rich benefactors to bankroll election campaigns.
Tories apply pressure over nuclear power
Press Review 21 April 2005
The Conservatives have declared they are in favour, in principle, of a new generation of nuclear power stations.
Tory strategist warns of 'difficult period'
Press Review 21 April 2005
The Conservatives' chief election strategist has written to the party's candidates telling them to remain focused in the face of media hostility and opinion polls results.
Parties warned against gender stereotypes
News Article 21 April 2005
Politicians of all parties are at risk of stereotyping women during the current election campaign, the Fawcett Society has said.
Conservatives to scrap council tax revaluation
News Article 20 April 2005
The Conservatives have launched their campaign for the May 5 local elections with a pledge to scrap council tax revaluation.
Labour pledges help for families
News Article 20 April 2005
Labour has pledged more help for parents if it is re-elected on May 5.
