In politics, as in life, expectations and realities are two sides of different coins. They are separated by a deep gully and widened daily by intervening variables. For most Brits, at least judging by online polls, the current premiership of Keir Starmer could be likened to a monstrous white elephant that no amount of bows… Continue reading Beyond survival: The Starmer Paradox
Robert Jenrick decries that over 30 judges who preside over immigration issues have previously been associated with “open borders charities”. This, he thinks, is an unconscionable breach of judicial independence. He refers in particular to Bail for Immigration Detainees, a charity for whom multiple judges have previously provided their services as a barrister, pro bono.… Continue reading Judge or politician? How Jenrick might help us understand the role of the judiciary (and of parliament).
In recent years, Europe has started resembling a laboratory for testing and experimenting with democracy. Far-right parties are gaining ground on the continent like never before, and polls show that right-wing political ideas are becoming more and more popular in nations like Belgium, Portugal, Spain, Finland and Austria. Georgia Meloni in Italy, Fidesz (the political… Continue reading Democracy Under Pressure: What Serbia Reveals About Europe’s Shrinking Freedoms
A reaction to being kettled and reflection on the authoritarian turn of the British state through policing It produces a horrible feeling. Animal instincts and feelings swell up as you are trapped in an enclosed space by other animals. They form a tight circle around you and slowly constrict that circle, coming closer to you,… Continue reading The kettle and the cage: rising authoritarianism in the UK
Labour’s shadow chancellor, Rachel Reeves, has said that a Labour government would not raises taxes on wealth, capital gains or higher incomes. She does not, she said, see “the way to prosperity as being through taxation.” Britain is asset rich. National wealth – a mix of property, business, financial and state assets – stands at… Continue reading Poverty in Britain is firmly linked to the country’s mountain of private wealth – Labour must address this growing inequality
Thomas Daw, a Green Party councillor for Wrington, Elections Officer for the South West Green Party and MP candidate for Weston-super-Mare, is passionately committed to addressing some of the most pressing issues facing the UK today, from homelessness and housing to environmental sustainability. During a recent interview, Daw shared his vision for tackling the housing… Continue reading Thomas Daw: a Green voice for the future – fighting for fairness, sustainability and change
Clive Lewis would have been at risk of a byelection if he did not pledge allegiance to ‘heirs and successors’ of the king Clive Lewis, the Labour MP for Norwich South, has been forced to retake his parliamentary oath after omitting a crucial part of the pledge in a protest against the monarchy. During a… Continue reading Labour MP forced to retake Parliamentary oath after omitting part of it as protest
In a stunning political comeback, Donald Trump secured victory over Kamala Harris in the 2024 U.S. presidential election. This unexpected turn of events marks a significant shift in the American political landscape, with profound implications for domestic policies and international relations. Election Results and Immediate Reactions Donald Trump’s victory has sent shockwaves throughout the nation,… Continue reading Trump triumphs in 2024 election: implications for America and the world
he recent elections in Georgia have stirred considerable unrest and debate, casting a long shadow over the nation’s democratic integrity. Amidst allegations of vote-rigging, widespread protests erupted, reflecting a populace increasingly disillusioned with its political leadership. The events unfolding in Georgia resonate beyond its borders, prompting reactions from European leaders, including Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor… Continue reading The recent Georgian elections: protests, vote-rigging claims and implications for European politics
In the midst of a polarised and tense political landscape, Venezuela has once again become a focal point for international observers as its recent elections unfolded with high stakes and fervent expectations. The preliminary outcomes, though not yet fully confirmed, have already set the stage for significant political, social, and economic repercussions in the country.… Continue reading Venezuela’s contentious election stirs hope and fear for the nation’s future
