After this year, can the centre hold?
19/12/2024
Jim looks back on a year when democracy came under increasing threat, and Labour went from great electoral triumph to economic gloom.
Jim looks back on a year when democracy came under increasing threat, and Labour went from great electoral triumph to economic gloom.
In her final blog of the year, Jo Phillips takes a look at some improvements that British politicians can make in 2025.
It’s panto season and while many of us will enjoy the spectacle of silliness in theatres up and down the country, Westminster politics often feel it’s a pantomime all year round.
Diversity in leadership is undeniably important. A range of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences can bring fresh ideas and innovative approaches to decision-making.
Jim suggests the shine has come off Rachel Reeves who needs to see results following her tax increases. Jim also wonders if the Iranian regime could fall following the Syrian revolution.
This week, Martin looks at what Americans feel about the future, the slaying of a business executive, and one of the nation’s sporting superstars switching sides…
As the holiday season approaches, gift cards are often seen as the perfect present for loved ones.
As we head towards the end of the year, Martin looks at the US stock market and what trends and challenges lie ahead.
Ed Miliband’s Ed Stone didn’t work well in 2015, Jim says it remains to be seen if Starmer’s milestones will work any better. He also comments on Lancashire devolution and the Assisted Dying Bill.
This week Jo asks, does the political turmoil in France and instability in Germany mean Europe is facing its potentially gravest crisis since the Second World War?
Jim sets out his case against assisted dying in this week’s blog. He also pays tribute to John Prescott’s vision for how the regions of England should have been governed.
This week Martin enjoys the Thanksgiving Holiday – Turkey, Sports and all the trimmings…