A week in America | 8 December 2023
College football in the US has just had its biggest scandal since the last one. Martin looks at what is going on off the pitch in the billion dollar business in America’s Universities.
College football in the US has just had its biggest scandal since the last one. Martin looks at what is going on off the pitch in the billion dollar business in America’s Universities.
The Prime Minister has created a first class political crisis by staking the whole government’s credibility on the narrow issue of Stop the Boats according to Jim in his latest blog.
This week, stuffed with turkey and all the trimmings, Martin ponders the origins of Thanksgiving – a most American of holidays.
Despite a crisis looming over Town Hall finances, Jim reports on major plans for the future launched this week by local authorities across the North West.
Playing ‘Culture Wars’ can backfire spectacularly if you’re not careful – has Rishi Sunak discovered to his cost this week. A Greek tragedy for the PM, as he finally lost his Marbles!
The latest HR blog discusses how businesses should respond when an employee receives a prison sentence, exploring options and emphasizing the importance of a fair process.
The Chancellor is cherpy but is he entitled to be? Jim analyses the Autumn Statement and Labour’s pledge to back the tax cuts.
This week, the world’s two most powerful men met in California. Martin looks at what was discussed, what was agreed and what it may or may not mean for the rest of us.
Frank McKenna reflects on another turbulent week for the prime minister – and some internal party challenges for the Leader of the Opposition Keir Starmer too. He wonders if the Tory and Labour coalitions are becoming too broad to manage and survive.
Jim reviews one of the most dramatic weeks in British politics. Apart from the news on inflation, he thinks the outlook is bleak for the Prime Minister.
Jim thinks the Home Secretary is on the point of sacking or resignation. Whatever happens, his blog takes a longer term look at Suella Braverman’s plans for her future in politics.
This time next year, America will have a new President. Or the old one back. Or the old one it currently has will still be there. This week Martin looks at the dilemma facing US political parties and voters…