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Abolition of the Lords, that house of cronies, toadies and donors, can’t come too soon

Sir Keir Starmer should ignore those who say constitutional change is too difficult. Radical reinvigoration of our democracy must be a Labour priority

The Guardian - UK

Academic explains why Gordon Brown's UK reform plans may not work

AN expert in constitutional law has cast doubt over whether Labour can achieve their vision of a reformed UK that works for Scotland.

The National (Scotland)

Power to the people is a lovely idea, Gordon Brown, but you forgot about women

Labour’s vision of a new Britain ignores the issue of structural sex discrimination

The Guardian - UK

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The fading Tories are stealing ideas from Labour – a transition has already begun

Blurred lines between one government and the next happen quite often, but that doesn’t mean Starmer’s fight is over, says Guardian columnist Andy Beckett

The Guardian - UK

Doomed Manchester 'gambling palace' super casino would have rivalled those in Las Vegas

With proposals for thousands of gambling machines and unlimited pay outs the plans were always going to be controversial

Manchester Evening News

Socioeconomic rights deserve legal protection

Letter: Academics and lawyers on the new protected social rights proposed by Gordon Brown’s Commission on the UK’s Future

The Guardian - UK

Labour MSP can't say what in Gordon Brown's reform plans will convince Scots

A SCOTTISH Labour MSP was unable to say what in Gordon Brown's report about reforming the UK could persuade people against supporting Scottish…

The National (Scotland)

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Is Labour’s vision of a New Britain any different to the Tories' levelling up?

Former prime minister Gordon Brown’s review of the UK constitution could be a hugely significant moment for the UK. A radical agenda for political change is being offered by the party tipped to win the next election.

The Conversation

Labour's plan to 'abolish' the House of Lords: what exactly has been proposed – and the chances Keir Starmer will adopt it

A commission led by former prime minister Gordon Brown has called for a future Labour government to replace the controversial House of Lords with an elected upper chamber, in a landmark report on reforming the UK’s messy constitution.

The Conversation

Rachel Reeves says Tory MP can 'f*** off' after attacking Marcus Rashford

The Shadow Chancellor gave a no-nonsense interview where she also blasted people who think state school parents 'couldn't give a s***' about their kids - but warned Labour won't be able to right all Tory 'wrongs' fast after winning power

Daily Mirror

Labour’s plan to reform politics doesn’t go far enough – here’s what evidence shows will really stop governments hoarding power

In a major report for the Labour party, former prime minister Gordon Brown has proposed a number of reforms to address some of the UK’s glaring institutional problems. He recommends reforming the House of Lords, so that it is elected and far smaller than its current size, as well as…

The Conversation

Speaker of Lords warns against wholly elected Upper House of Parliament

Keir Starmer has backed plans to abolish unelected chamber

The Independent UK

Think our plan to fix British politics is a pipe dream? Think again

Critics are already circling, but at a stroke Labour would clear out the rot from Westminster and give power to our regions, says former Labour prime minister Gordon Brown

The Guardian - UK

UK has lost its status as ‘development superpower’, Andrew Mitchell says

The new development minister said structural changes in the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office are needed to restore the UK’s reputation.

The Independent UK

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The National (Scotland)

'We've heard it before': Martin Compston reacts to Gordon Brown vow to reform UK

MARTIN Compston has suggested that Gordon Brown’s constitutional reforms won’t win over any undecided Yes supporters.

Chronicle Live

Labour promises new powers for North East in 'greatest era of English devolution in living memory'

The party's plans include abolishing the House of Lords and creasting a new assembly of nations and regions

Daily Record

Sensible move by Labour to scrap the House of Lords in New Britain plan

Sir Keir Starmer has vowed to scarp the House of Lord if Labour take control of the Government.

Daily Record

Gordon Brown: Labour's plan for a New Britain is the only way forward for the country

The former Prime Minister writes exclusively for the Daily Record as he details Labour's plans for the future of the country.

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The Independent UK

Labour plan for constitutional change disappoints supporters of electoral reform

Gordon Brown says package is ‘biggest transfer of power out of Westminster’ ever seen

Daily Record

Keir Starmer hits out at Nicola Sturgeon's plan to make next general election a 'de facto' indyref

Nicola Sturgeon pledged to make the next general election a single issue vote on independence after the Supreme Court ruled that Holyrood does not have the power to hold a second referendum.

The Independent UK

General election not a ‘simple constitutional question’ – Starmer

The Labour leader said he rejected attempts to ‘re-frame’ the election.

The Guardian - UK

Labour has a radical new plan, but will Keir Starmer dare stick to it?

Leader wants to ‘return power to where it should be’ but some in his own team are reluctant to expend the political capital

Daily Mirror

Gordon Brown says Brits want change more than before the 1997 election

The former Labour Prime Minister's comments came as Keir Starmer used a major speech on Monday to back plans to scrap the unelected and 'indefensible' House of Lords if the party wins power at the next general election

The Guardian - UK

Labour embraces constitutional reform, especially if it keeps Scotland on board

Keir Starmer had something for everyone in his speech, but the details were a little sketchy

The National (Scotland)

Why Gordon Brown's wishy washy reform plans are easy for Starmer to ditch

GORDON Brown’s plans for reforming the UK constitution have been dismissed by opponents as insubstantial – but what is actually in them?

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