Labour stories:
MPs' expenses row claims Tory scalp as Labour acts to calm Kelly
Nov 19th, 2009 - guardian.co.uk
The expenses scandal claimed its latest victim last night when the Tory MP in charge of the Commons standards and privileges committee stood down pending an inquiry into his second home allowance claims.
David Curry quit as chair of the watchdog...Tories accused of scaremongering over Labour plan for national care service
Nov 19th, 2009 - guardian.co.uk
The government accused the Tories of "scaremongering" and "gutter politics" today for refusing to support its plans for a national care service. The shadow health secretary...
Labour deputy leader prosecuted for car offence
Nov 19th, 2009 - Reuters
LONDON (Reuters) - One of Britain's most senior government ministers is to be prosecuted for motoring offences, including using a mobile phone while driving, prosecutors said on Thursday.
Harriet Harman...Queen's Speech: Labour would raise taxes after election to pay debts
Nov 19th, 2009 - Telegraph
The Prime Minister has been careful not to risk a backlash by stating that new tax rises are inevitable – something many commentators believe is necessary if Britain is to start putting the country’s finances back in order.
Labour denies expenses 'omission'
Nov 18th, 2009 - BBC NEWS
The government's plans are unrealistic, the opposition says
The government has defended its decision not to include legislation in the Queen's Speech on MPs' expenses.
The Conservatives accused Gordon Brown of lacking courage on the issue...



