Hi folks,

Sorry for posting twice in 24 hours, I'm just fascinated by this and am reminiscing about 2019.

I remember speaking to some really eloquent and passionate Labour canvassers back during the 2019 election campaign, both at my home and around London. It seemed clear to me - at the time - that these campaigners were motivated for the most part by Corbyn and his vision for both the Party and the country.

Obviously a lot has changed since then. If you were one of those folks who was actively campaigning during 2019: are you still actively involved in the Labour Party?

Thanks!

Hi all, I've been looking back at some of the most popular posts from the last year and it's clear that Corbyn still has a lot of support here, for obvious reasons. It's great that he's in Parliament, but obviously a shame that he's no longer a Labour MP. Does the Labour Party's Left currently have a "leader", or someone they can rally behind? Is there, potentially, another Corbyn within its ranks? And does it need one? If Corbyn were to set up his own party, would folks here be tempted to back it? (This is not a loaded question, I'm just interested to know). Forgive all the questions, I'm curious to learn more and appreciate any insight you folks can offer.

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Tax and benefits fraud is the theme of the week.

MPs will debate new powers to crack down on fraud and error, which the government says could help recover around £54 million over the next ten years.

Other than that, it's relatively quiet.

There are two ten minute rule motions – on dangerous driving and damaging water safety equipment – both brought by Labour backbenchers.

MONDAY 3 FEBRUARY

No votes scheduled

TUESDAY 4 FEBRUARY

Public Authorities (Fraud, Error and Recovery) Bill – 2nd reading
Applies to: England, Wales, Scotland (part)
Gives the government new powers to investigate suspected fraud against public bodies, recover owed money, and take action against offenders. Powers include compelling other organisations to provide information and allowing authorised investigators to enter and search premises with a court warrant.
Draft bill (PDF) / Commons Library briefing

WEDNESDAY 5 FEBRUARY

Road Traffic (Unlicensed Drivers) Bill
Clarifies the meaning of 'dangerous driving' to include a situation where someone who has never had a licence kills another person on the road. Ten minute rule motion presented by Will Stone. Also known as Harry Parker's law. More information here.

THURSDAY 6 FEBRUARY

Water Safety Bill
Creates an offence of damaging or destroying safety equipment near bodies of water, among other things. Ten minute rule motion presented by Lee Pitcher.

FRIDAY 7 FEBRUARY

No votes scheduled

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