“At 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 Powell
Author: Lucy Powell
Category: society
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“At 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 Powell
Author: Lucy Powell
Category: society
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“I just hope that the democratic will of the Zimbabwean people prevails. If it does we must move quickly to help restore stability and prosperity.”
— Lucy Powell
Author: Lucy Powell
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“In Scotland, the indication is that for the Westminster elections at least, Labour voters are satisfied with their government.”
— Lucy Powell
Author: Lucy Powell
Category: government
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“In politics, the number of women in the cabinet has fallen and, if current poll trends continue and Labour loses a number of marginal seats, the number of female MPs is likely to drop significantly.”
— Lucy Powell
Author: Lucy Powell
Category: politics
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“What the Lib Dems have failed to do is offer any meaningful agenda for government or for power.”
— Lucy Powell
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“Today the demands are for even higher standards in the quality of care, for greater flexibility and convenience in treatment times, and for more prevention through screening and health checks.”
— Lucy Powell
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Category: health
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“As the prospect of a Tory government gets nearer, many traditional Labour voters – some who switched away in recent times and many who stayed at home – seem more determined to prevent that happening.”
— Lucy Powell
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“The choice between a Labour government and a Tory one is sharpening minds.”
— Lucy Powell
Author: Lucy Powell
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“As the prospect of a Tory government gets nearer, many traditional Labour voters – some who switched away in recent times and many who stayed at home – seem more determined to prevent that happening.”
— Lucy Powell
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“Being out and about talking to residents and representing their views is, in my view, as important to politics as the grandstanding that takes place in Westminster.”
— Lucy Powell
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Category: politics
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“Although my seat is a contest between Labour and the Lib Dems, it could well make the difference between a Labour and a Tory government at the next election. In terms of international development, this choice is a very clear one.”
— Lucy Powell
Author: Lucy Powell
Category: government
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