At times unpopular measures are needed in order to change behaviour. Lucy Powell behaviourchangemeasure Change image and share on social
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 Powell askchallengedifficulty share on social
People in south Manchester overwhelming want to be able to recycle more than they currently can - especially cardboard and plastics - and want more frequent and accessible collections, particularly for those living in flats. Lucy Powell accessiblecardboardcollection share on social
Doing nothing and shrinking spending may save us public money in the short term but could cost us a great deal more over time as the recession takes hold for much longer. Lucy Powell costdealgreat Change image and share on social
It's estimated that by 2030 there will be virtually no unskilled jobs in the British economy. Lucy Powell britisheconomyestimate Change image and share on social
It's not a matter of if economies around the world becoming low-carbon, but when and how: through struggle and strife or through advancement and progressive leadership. Larry Elliot described it today as the 'Green New Deal.' It's a leadership we in Britain can provide, and from which our economy can benefit. Lucy Powell advancementbenefitbritain share on social
The era of industrial Britain, where a large section of our workforce provided cheap labour in factories and processing goods, is over. Lucy Powell britaincheapera Change image and share on social
The choice between a Labour government and a Tory one is sharpening minds. Lucy Powell choicegovernmentlabour Change image and share on social
The Labour party has done more than any other to address gender inequalities, through legislation and other means, and to increase women's representation in politics, which has led to recent increases in the number of female politicians. Lucy Powell addressfemalegender share on social
Funding for sports (and the arts) are often the first things facing the chop in difficult times. Lucy Powell artchopdifficult Change image and share on social