The+Labour+Party

working majority of the British people. In this global economic downturn our approach is not only helping people now but also planning for recovery. ** 
 * THE LABOUR PARTY is working to secure a fair future for Britain. We stand resolutely for the hard

The housing market gave easy credit and mortgages to people who couldn't afford it or pay back their loans. Now our economy is in a down turn because of the conservative party's deregulated market. It's time for the government to step in. The Labour Party wants to create reforms that will strengthen the basics and ensure economic prosperity. we will give extra mortgage protection to keep people in their homes. we will regulate banks and put financial systems back on their feet. **
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**We need to support businesses by providing loan guarantees and allowing them to defer their tax payments on an affordable timetable. We will construct a homeowner support scheme to keep people in homes. Providing guaranteed job training and work placement to all unemployed 18-24 year olds for twelve months will decrease unemployment.**

**We plan to go green to create jobs, bring manufacturing back to Britain, and to create new technology.** 

  ** Britain’s involvement in the European Union is crucial to our country’s success if we want to restore stability to the economy and not only adapt to globalization, but become a world leader. If we are on the outskirts of the EU squabbling about its issues, we return to isolationism, which is a policy that hasn’t worked in the past, and unfortunately it’s a policy the Conservatives favor. The Conservatives prove to be out of date and out of context: in this time of economic turmoil and globalization, Britain can no longer take a backseat. Being in the EU is the only way to keep up with the global economy and be united with other countries. Now is the time to reestablish Britain’s status around the globe: we can be the leaders. Britain will set the standard in a globalizing world. ** 

 ** Conservatives possess concerns about the policies of the EU. They are concerned with giving up control on certain issues such as human rights and judiciary policy. Because of the reform on the latest EU treat, Britain is able to set its own policies concerning humans rights, justice, and domestic and foreign affairs. We need to stop debate on the institution and setup of the EU. Instead, we need to tackle real issues such as immigration and global warming. We will be able to do good for the entire world. **** Money can go into causes such as the fight against AIDS in South Africa, as opposed to the Iraq War with the United States. **   **Europe has the largest market in the world. Millions of jobs are dependent upon the trade. The EU is one single unit in making economic policy. If Britain not only joins this policy-making but also becomes a leader in it, our economy will be regenerated and better than before. **  **Because of the economic turmoil the country is facing, Britain needs to be in the EU now more than ever. ** <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif;"> <span style="font-family: Symbol,helvetica,sans-serif;"> <span style="font-family: Symbol,helvetica,sans-serif;">  <span style="font-family: 'Courier New',helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">** We plan to w **   <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">** ork with EU partners to reform Europe’s economy in order to make Britain stronger and more competitive. ** <span style="font-family: 'Courier New',helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">** We also have plans to d **  <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">** evelop a strategy for Europe concerning energy. We want to e **** ncourage other countries such as Turkey and Croatia to enter the EU to make EU stronger, but more importantly form close allies politically and economically. Finally, we will p **** romote global trade deal to cut tariffs and encourage global trade. **




 * While the Labour Party is moderate in many ways, it definitely leans towards the left in education, healthcare, and social security. While Tony Blair’s “Third Way” reforms have moved this party towards a more moderate standing, domestic policy has remained liberal with the intentions of providing equality in the care that the citizens of Britain deserve, and these intentions have gone into effect with powerful outcomes.

In an effort to strengthen the education system, the Labour Party has doubled the amount of government funds spent on each student (from 2,900 pounds to 5,850 pounds) since 1997. There are 40,000 more teachers now then in 1997. The Labour Party has guaranteed that every 16 or 17 year old who wants a place in a school, college, training, or an apprenticeship has one. By 2015, we hope to make this opportunity free to all citizens up to the age of 18. With this strong education system, the Labour Party is preparing Britain for the developing global market. With new competition forming, Britain has to be ready to participate in the global economy and this educational system provides the next generation with the tools necessary to face the changing world.**


 * Public health and healthcare has also been improved since the Third Way has been implanted. Smoking is illegal in all public enclosed areas and workplaces, school lunches are considerably healthier, and Sure Start Children’s Centres are available in every community to offer medical advice to new parents. In the future, the Labour Party will put into effect a national program of vascular checks for those between ages 40 and 74 in an attempt to prevent at least 9,500 heart attacks and strokes and save 2,000 lives. This is just one small piece of the Labour Party’s plan to improve public health. Healthcare is also a very important part of the Labour Party. The National Health Service was created by the Labour Party and it has been continuously supported and improved by the Labour Party. After 18 years of neglect under the conservatives, the NHS was brought back to life in 1997 when the Labour Party regained control. Labour has opened over 100 new hospitals since 1997 to replace inappropriate infrastructure (this was done two years ahead of schedule). Additionally, over 120,000 more doctors and nurses have been employed since the Labour Party came to power in 1997. A strong healthcare system and an investment in public health from the government are very important to Britain’s overall wellbeing, and the Labour Party offers just that.**


 * Social security is one of the Labour Party’s top priorities. A new care system needs to be created, and the Labour Party would like to give people more control over their services and way of life. Labour has given more personal budgets to people who require social care so that they may manage their own lives, and has also begun the Dignity in Care campaign to ensure that older people and those with mental health problems are cared for with respect and allowed to live with dignity. Labour has invested 67 million pounds in this program. Labour has also made disabled children a priority and has raised 770 million pounds to fund the care of these children. Labour has also invested 80 million pounds in Extra Care Housing, which allows for older couples to remain together when one needs to enter residential care.**


 * The Labour Party believes that in order to ensure that Britain is better prepared for any future challenges we must create a new, and stronger, relationship between the government and citizens. The input of the people is essential for a strong government. The people need to have control over their lives and the government must be held accountable. These reforms are necessary to revive citizen’s faith and trust of politics and he government so we can move forward and have a successful future.

Devolution is the process in which the people will be empowered. The government must be broken down so it is more accessible. The devolution of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, as well as the introduction of the allowance of directly elected mayors for cities, has been underway since 1997 and has been very successful. The process of devolution will only strengthen the British government. Many are fearful that these changes will bring about a loss of the British identity, however, these changes exemplify all of the qualities which are very important to the British identity. Qualities such as tolerance, self improvement, communities, and the belief that rights should always be upheld. Devolution fosters these values and should be embraced as an important step towards continued success in the future.**