Chop this tall popinjay!
Has levelling up the North been abandoned? Is the government spooked by voters in Amersham? Jim looks at the prospects for real money and power being devolved to our cities, towns and countryside.
FOOTBALL WON’T BE COMIN’ HOME.
Jim was at our World Cup victory in 1966 and draws on his experience of that year to comment on the ugly scenes outside Wembley on Sunday and their potential consequences. He also has strong views about the idea that we should all allow our lawns to run wild!
HEZZA: CLERK OF WORKS.
Jim reports on Lord Heseltine’s fascinating take on his time in Liverpool and his strong views on current events.From Brexit and the dangers of inflation to devolution and World Heritage Status for the city. Jim also hopes that England can win the Euros with no disputes about soft penalties or whether the ball has crossed the line.
NISSAN GREAT, BUT WHERE’S THE REST?
Jim praises the Nissan investment which is a huge boost for the North, but he took part in a Downtown seminar this week where there was a strong sense of unease about the Northern Powerhouse in general.He also comments on the Prime Minister’s handling of the Hancock Affair.
Hello the left! Amsterdam shows the way
Jim suggests the Amersham by election shows a possible route for a Tory defeat at the next election. He also criticises the media who failed to see the shock result in advance.
The Summer of our Discontent
Now is the summer of our discontent” claims Jim in his latest blog. He analyses the growing areas of division as the pandemic just won’t go away. From the continued restrictions and taking the jab to home working and the right to zoom, tthe nation is becoming increasingly divided.
I Hope the Sun Shines in Cornwall
As the G7 summit takes place in Cornwall, Jim suggests that our Prime Minister is battling to gain the trust of President Biden. He also looks at a potential major shake up in parliamentary seats in the North West.
Working from home: the big question
Is working from home a shirker’s charter or the way of the future? As lockdown is set to end Jim plunges into the controversy. He also reports on the important contest to lead Britain’s most powerful union
Cummings and goings
The government’s confused messaging over lockdowns in towns like Bolton could be more damaging for Ministers than the testimony of Dominic Cummings according to Jim. In his latest blog he also reflects on the latest cruel legal blunders faced by the Hillsborough families.
Booming Economy Problems
With the economy set to bounce back strongly, Jim looks at the labour and material shortages that could be a problem. He also attacks the BBC’s Andrew Marr who says he’s frustrated he can’t express his opinions freely.
Burnham and Rayner on manoeuvres
After last week’s big round of elections will there ever be a Labour government again?Frank and Jim give their differing views in this week’s blogs and Jim looks at the detailed results in the North West
After the voting… The Queen’s Speech
What’s going to be in next week’s Queen’s Speech? More significantly perhaps, what’s not going to be part of the legislative plans, as the Johnson government enters its mature stage. Jim marks your card.