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Why should proposals for elected regional assemblies interest those on the progressive left? The objectives of progressive politics are the pursuit of social justice, equity, pluralism and a vibrant democracy. These remain eternal goals for the left, but the means by which they will be achieved will change over time. Regional devolution is a modern …

Taking part in elections is not simply a right. It is a duty, and a duty that no citizen should be excused from exercising. So spoil your ballot paper or write ‘none of the above’, because at least that shows an active engagement and a willingness to participate, and it sends a clear message. Simply …

A spectre is haunting Whitehall – the spectre of new localism. But rather than form an alliance to exorcise it, the forces of old Whitehall appear instead to have rallied to its cause. Something truly odd is afoot in SW1. As with other ‘-isms’ that have gone before, new localism runs a real risk of …

Charter 88 makes the case for a written constitution

A friend in need

The Big Conversation has alot to prove, says Tony Robinson

Children's minister Margaret Hodge answers Progress' questions

Alan Milburn, Progress' new honorary president, talks to Jennifer Gerber about how Labour can give people the opportunities to fulfil their aspirations