As I interview Hilary Benn, MP for Leeds Central, it is obvious that he’s been here many times before. Having held the same office for twenty years, Benn is a seasoned politician. Perhaps this comes […]
Mr. Johnson, Mr. Javid and Mr. Cummings: The Three Musketeers of Whitehall
The relationship between the Prime Minister and Chancellor is tantamount to the conduct of a successful government. Past relationships have seen the big beats square up in Number 10 and the Treasury: Thatcher and Lawson, […]
UK Supreme Court Rules Boris’ Prorogation Unlawful
Unless you have been living under a self-imposed anti-Brexit rock you will know that last week brought with it the Supreme Court ruling that Boris Johnson’s suspension of Parliament was unlawful. Much of this ruling […]
Is Everyone the “Nasty Party” Now?
Honour Jo Cox… Get Brexit done”. These were the words of the Prime Minister in the House of Commons on Wednesday, words that provoked outrage at the state of British politics. The husband and sister […]
Time to Reject the Royals?
‘Guys don’t worry, the royals don’t have REAL power, they just bring in money from tourism – oh wait…’ That was the sarcastic post put up by my socialist friend on Facebook late last month. […]
Boris: A Threat to Democracy?
Boris Johnson’s government intends to prorogue Parliament for just over a month – suspending all bills, motions, and questions and cancelling any legislation still in the process of being made. While prorogation is a normal […]
Prorogation, and how it Threatens the UK’s Democratic Ideals
Boris Johnson’s government intends to prorogue Parliament for just over a month – suspending all bills, motions and questions and cancelling any legislation still in the process of being made. While prorogation is a normal […]
PMQs: Scrutiny Or Just For Show?
Prime Ministers Questions takes place every Wednesday and is a unique chance for MPs and the opposition to question the Prime Minister. Few, if any, legislatures are given this opportunity, but I feel our parliament […]
“Get Your Hands Off My Bacon”: MP Liz Truss on Brexit, The Meat Industry and The Tories Winning The Next Election
Last Friday at an event hosted by 1828, Chief Secretary to the Treasury Liz Truss came to the University of Leeds to speak about how she feels the Conservatives can improve on their standing about […]
A Brexiteer’s Look At The Arithmetic of May’s Deal
As an ardent supporter of Brexit, it is important to me that this country leaves the European Union. However, I am not naïve. I recognize the need for a deal with the EU in order […]
Who Is Guy Fawkes Again?
Remember, remember the 5th of November, gunpowder, treason and plot, we see no reason why gunpowder treason, should ever be forgot. The 5th of November, or ‘Bonfire Night’, is a day which is firmly marked […]
Philip Green named as businessman at the heart of British #MeToo scandal
Two weeks ago an old man strode into a teen clothing shop, spotted a pink pop-up stand promoting a collection of feminist essays and, offended to his misogynistic core, demanded that staff tear it down […]