Georgina Quach

Labour’s emphasis on dire state of public realm is designed to manage voter expectations, while underlining that change is coming

Downward pressure on UK economic growth and upward pressure on defence spending create dilemmas for Labour

No quick fix for underperforming operator, plagued by outdated fax machines and voluntary overtime

Politicians who support a law change in principle may still vote against the bill that currently falls short

Trump era means government has to navigate competing pressures, but it must solve its procurement woes first

Labour will keep independent commissioning body NHS England despite large disagreement that the system works

Much-needed update of special adviser role must also improve support for opposition parties

Yvette Cooper plans reforms to improve performance across England and Wales, urging better government leadership

Key measures to tackle crime involve private sector taking on greater responsibilities, which bear indirect costs on state

Labour’s Budget pushed levies on employers to the limit — Trump era may mean preparing households for pain too