Colin Talbot takes issues with pervasive myths about public spending.

Cllr Muhammed Butt, Leader of Brent Council, argues that a clearer vision for the future of local government is needed.

Richard Murphy warmly welcomes Labour’s recent commitment to tax transparency.

Isabel Hardman questions whether Labour’s refusal to make spending commitments is as strategically wise as some have suggested.

David Elstein argues that the license fee is holding back the ambitions of the BBC.