100 years ago the Versailles Treaty shaped the modern world we live in. But Vladimir Putin says liberal democracy is dead. Jim agrees there are certainly worrying signs.
chris3rd July 2019
This week Jim looks at a major move by northern Labour MPs to back Brexit. He also wonders if Chuka Umunna could be a disruptive force in the Liberal Democrats.
chris20th June 2019
This week Jim gives his latest views on the Brexit debate, assesses the 11 contenders for the Tory leadership race and wonders if we have learnt all the lessons about D-Day.
chris6th June 2019
This week Jim reviews British politics in the wake of the European elections and back's the Speaker's assertion that Parliament can't be a bystander while the clock ticks down to a No Deal exit.
chris30th May 2019
Tory MPs just can't wait to get rid of Mrs May,but this week Jim points out that the parliamentary blockage will still stand in the way of the new PM. And talking of blockages, Jim also looks at the devolution…
chris23rd May 2019
Usually the European elections are shamefully ignored, this time they are centre stage and Jim gives a comprehensive guide to who's standing in the North West Region.
chris16th May 2019
Everyone in favour of a People's Vote, or remaining in the EU, needs to get behind the Lib Dems in the Euro elections. That's Jim Hancock's conclusion following their strong showing in last week's local elections. He also gives his…
chris9th May 2019
40 years ago Britain underwent an economic and social revolution when Margaret Thatcher was elected to champion free market capitalism. Now that concept is under challenge and Jim asks is it time for Labour's counter revolution?
chris2nd May 2019
This week Jim previews next week's major round of local elections in the North. There are many important issues facing our Town Halls but, more than is usually the case, this contest will be dominated by national politics. It could…
chris25th April 2019
