Whatever has become of England?Â
Thursday, April 4th, 2019I have already reflected on one long term change to the political scene resulting from Brexit this morning. That is the demise of the Tory
Read the full article…
When protest becomes intimidation
Sunday, March 31st, 2019There were many things I did not like about the pro-Brexit marches on Friday. The right to protest is, of course, vital. And I try
Read the full article…
Is Ireland a tax haven?
Thursday, March 28th, 2019I just got this email alert from Google on tax havens: Is Ireland a tax haven? Why not ask if the Pope’s a Catholic? Of
Read the full article…
If Scotland wants a Green New Deal and a sustainable future it has to reject the Growth Commission
Saturday, March 16th, 2019As many will know I take an interest in issues relating to Scottish independence, and have written for Common Weal on the taxation and currency
Read the full article…
It all comes down to Bercow
Thursday, March 14th, 2019For the second evening in a row I sat glued to the BBC Parliament channel. You know what unfolded. It appeared that parliament succeeded in
Read the full article…
Will Labour get their new-found faith in a People’s Vote seriously wrong?
Friday, March 1st, 2019According to many sources: Labour is moving towards a compromise plan that would allow Theresa May’s Brexit deal to pass but make clear that parliament
Read the full article…
May is trashing the country I live in. I have a right to be angry about that.
Monday, February 25th, 2019I try not to do anger. I do not always succeed. I admit that. But I try. I find it helps. Except for yesterday. Then
Read the full article…
The TIG: a committee that will forever be in search of a purpose
Sunday, February 24th, 2019Everybody is talking about the TIG. The so-called Independent Group emerged this week. And I have already summarised my view of its economics, which I
Read the full article…
When England cannot provide there is no case for a Union
Sunday, February 24th, 2019Misha Glenny has an interesting article in the Observer this morning. He considers afresh his view of the Union, and to cut his narrative short,
Read the full article…