Democracy & Activism

A new paper by Unlock Democracy asks why the UK is one of the most centralised countries in the world and what we can do to change it.

On 3 July, NHS workers are asking the people of Sheffield to come out in support of a proper pay deal, protection for frontline workers and a health service in public hands.

Upcoming changes to constituency borders could put the environmental party in the lead in Sheffield Central.

Matthew Topham of We Own It explains why franchising is the only way forward for Sheffield's declining bus network.

Mayor Dan Jarvis has condemned the increase, but stopped short of committing to full public control.

David Edwards reflects on the themes of ‘A Perfect Storm: Financial Insecurity After Covid-19’, an event hosted by Sheffield’s voluntary sector as part of Festival of Debate 2021.

Talks end with new Green and Labour 'co-operative administration', but the Liberal Democrats decline to take part.

Members of the Compass thinktank have written to the local leaders of Sheffield's progressive parties, calling on them to create a 'traffic light' coalition following the local elections.

A week after surprising local election results, Edd Mustill looks a bit deeper at some longer-term trends in Sheffield politics.

Councillor Terry Fox has been selected as the new leader of Sheffield's Labour group, less than 24 hours after Council Leader Bob Johnson lost his seat.