In Our Interests: Co-operative Party economy conference Posted on 6th February 2017 (6th February 2017) by James Scott Following last week’s economy conference in London, policy officer James Scott provides a summary of the day’s activity.
May’s u-turn on employee representation a missed opportunity to boost economy Posted on 21st November 2016 (23rd November 2016) by James Scott At her speech at the CBI, the Prime Minister appeared to suggest that a push for employees on company boards would threaten growth. Far from it – the business case for employee representation is clear.
Gareth Thomas demands Government action as report warns social care sector at ‘tipping point’. Posted on 26th October 2016 (19th January 2023) by James Scott As a new report warns that social care in England is at a ‘tipping point’, it’s clear that only co-operation can solve this crisis
Taking Wales Forward to Co-operation Posted on 22nd September 2016 (23rd September 2016) by James Scott The Welsh government has published its programme for government over the next few years – and co-operative and mutual approaches run right through it.
Devolution must be more than a choice between Whitehall and City Hall Posted on 26th August 2016 (30th August 2016) by James Scott To be meaningful, devolution must be about letting communities make decisions for themselves – not simply shifting power from one tier of politicians to another
The FA receives £30m of our money. Isn’t it time we had some say in English football’s governing body? Posted on 28th July 2016 (28th July 2016) by James Scott With the Government demanding long-overdue reform of the FA, it’s clear that the Game can only thrive with fans at its heart
Is the government washing its hands of the social care crisis? Posted on 26th July 2016 (26th July 2016) by James Scott The Co-operative Party’s Policy Officer James Scott reacts to news that Social Care Ministerial Oversight has been reduced in the new Government.
Fear and fatalism stalk the debate on social care – co-operative values point to a better way Posted on 8th June 2016 (19th January 2023) by James Scott There is a gap in public debates about wellbeing and care – co-operative models can create services that boost social capital and improve health outcomes.
Co-operation at all levels Posted on 21st April 2016 (21st April 2016) by James Scott With the transfer of powers to city regions, there’s an opportunity for the growth of co-operation and for local people to have an increased say on the services they depend. We must be ready to seize these opportunities.