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
The Tories and the Lib Dems talk about social mobility, but, short of winning the lottery, the only way to guarantee young people from all backgrounds the opportunity to do better and to raise aspirations is through education. – Lucy Powell
These are tough times and under this Tory-led government many people in Manchester are suffering and getting left behind. If elected I will use all my energy, skills, experience and knowledge to stand up for our communities and get things done for the better. – Lucy Powell
For sure, the Obamania thats fast taking hold reflects an incredible thirst for change in global politics and, dare I say, a wave of optimism that things can be different. – Lucy Powell