As the economy faces such difficulties, more tough questions need to be asked about what the Tories would do if elected. Their ideology of free markets and small government needs challenging. That has to be part of our job.
Lucy PowellAt its most basic the democratic contract is a simple one: the right to vote comes with a responsibility to society, through tax payments and citizenship.
Lucy PowellThe impact of the downturn is starting to feel very real. House prices and the housing market have been taking the knock for some time and that's affecting people.
Lucy Powell