All Labour Party articles
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OpinionLabour’s plan to tax private schools isn't targeting Christians
Some Christian schools may struggle as a result of the government’s plans to scrap VAT exemption for private school fees. But that’s because they are small independent schools, not because they are faith-based, says deputy head Sam Brown
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OpinionThe immigration debate can be unpleasant. Christians must be compassionate
As immigration continues to dominate headlines, Tim Farron MP says we should offer safe, legal routes to the UK for certain groups of people. He also wants Christians to eschew dehumanising rhetoric about migrants
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OpinionThe row over Sue Gray’s pay is a distraction from what really matters
Whether the Prime Minister’s Chief of Staff should be paid more than him is a gossipy non-story. It may be easier to binge on tales of political intrigue than face what’s going on in the world, but Christians must not get distracted from the real work of politics, says Tim Farron
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OpinionScrapping winter fuel payments will plunge more pensioners into poverty
Means-testing winter fuel payments is more nuanced than headlines suggest, says Tim Farron. But it runs the risk of leaving older people worse off. If we want to look after those on the margins, Christians must pray for wise leaders and support those who are vulnerable
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OpinionLabour says it's serious about change. The Church should be too
It’s time for the Church to get serious about the things that really matter, says George Pitcher. And that means less time on same-sex relationships and more on the lost, the poor and the marginalised
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News AnalysisAs a Christian, who should I vote for in this year’s election?
What do Christians want from the next government? Tim Wyatt takes a look at the policies, issues and concerns that are highest on your agenda
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OpinionHow should I vote as a Christian?
Does the news of a general election fill you with excitement, fear or just a sense of general apathy or confusion? James Mildred explains why Christians should be hopeful and prayerful in engaging with politics.
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OpinionStarmer is right to welcome Natalie Elphicke. It’s the Christian thing to do
The Christian call to welcome does not nullify the need for justice, says George Pitcher. Whether it’s MPs, entertainers or asylum seekers, the Church’s job is not to judge. That is a matter for the judiciary
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OpinionFrank Field (1942-2024): The Christian politician who put ethics above party politics
The former Labour minister Frank Field, has died aged 81. He was as passionately committed to social justice as he was the Book of Common Prayer, says the Bishop of Whitby
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OpinionAngela Rayner’s ‘pint-sized loser’ jibe was unacceptable. Christians can show a better way
When you work in Westminster, you get used to the high drama of parliamentary debate. But this should never be confused with petty name-calling and rudeness, says Sharmila Meadows. It may be culturally acceptable, but it isn’t to God
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OpinionDon’t let Diane Abbott’s experience shut down the conversation on racism
Hackney MP Diane Abbott has been suspended from the Labour party for comments about racism. Rt Rev Dr Rosemarie Mallett, Bishop of Croydon, says we need to talk about how racism impacts different groups, even if Abbott’s words – for which she has since apologised – should have been wiser
