A very interesting paper on the BREXIT Referendum. There have been so much analysis done on the subject and I suspect there will be continued debate about this, and in my view rightly so purely based on lasting ramifications for this decision-whether or NOT we reach a D-Day. But beyond […]
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In response to Nick Clegg’s article (link below) I would like to contribute some commentary here; It certainly is the case that when something happens on your watch you own it-whether or not it is more convenient to pass the buck elsewhere. And you do not own in the sense […]
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The Convenience of Terminology Adaptability, a strategy used by the far right to promote shallow narrative for change (used since Nazi Germany); Racism (becomes) Patriotism/Nationalism & Anti-Corruption/Reform (become) Anti-Establishment. It’s all about punchlines and stirring negative emotions to help drive change through fear & divisive politics. I believe that this […]
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It seems to me that the process of exiting the EU by triggering article 50 is in itself flawed and here’s why; there is no provision for oversight on the exact terms of exit. The process is also susceptible to false rhetoric used in driving political campaigns and distortions in promoting […]
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The decision of Tim Farron to step down as party leader for the Liberal Democrats is in my view the right decision – not because any issues about his views on gay rights which seem to have been overblown; rather because of the party’s poor election results and the need […]
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I came across a very interesting piece in the Guardian about our security policy entitled; Britain’s main threats are from Russia and jihadi terrorists – our defence policy should reflect that by Paul Mason. A highly recommended read but a few points I would like to make; Unlike what many […]
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This is the letter I sent on Wednesday to @eucopresident Donald Tusk on the involvement of EP in #Brexit process pic.twitter.com/3VZP9kkjEk — Ex EP President (@EP_PresSchulz) December 16, 2016 A letter from European Parliament President Martin Schulz to European Commission President Donald Tusk complaining about the sidelining of the EP […]
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Forget about the devil being in the detail, we don’t even want detail at this stage. A good baby step forward is to have clarity in process. Why am I talking about process, here is why; Triggering Article 50 without knowing/agreeing (both in Parliament & with EU) on terms is […]
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Summary: Transparency of Political Process is critical in our democracy particularly in matters of National Sovereignty and Identity. It is therefore incumbent upon our leaders to ensure that we the people have a say in future direction of our country-this based on accurate information NOT rhetoric. Details: It is becoming apparent […]
Read MoreWe’re slowly reaching a stage where we need a reality check and here’s why; economic/fiscal indicators are suggesting one thing and the government seems to be putting its head in the sand in sticking with its plan for a hard BREXIT with no clarity in position not to the British […]
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