Budget Delay Bad for the Economy
04/09/2025
Jim thinks the late budget on Nov 26th will be bad for business. He also comments on the crisis facing Angela Rayner and the radical new leader of the Green Party.
COVER UP, COCK UP AND CONSPIRACY
17/07/2025
In this week’s blog, Jo looks at how a super injunction was used not to protect lives, but to protect ministers from scrutiny over a leaked email that exposed thousands of Afghans to danger. Years of silence, no accountability, and now, finally, questions they can’t ignore.
ONE YEAR TO GET IT RIGHT. THE TICKING CLOCK.
09/07/2025
Jim has a gloomy view about the government’s ability to quickly turn
around its fortunes. He also reflects on the death of Lord Tebbit.
Welfare Spending in the UK: Time for a Serious Rethink
03/07/2025
Rebels without a cause? Frank McKenna suggests that Labour MPs who scuppered the government’s plans to reform welfare need to think again.
The Downtown Den Politics Podcast | EP.98 | Keir’s First Year
01/07/2025
Do we have a government that is good at getting things done- but bad at politics?
Powering Progress: Liverpool City Region Takes Centre Stage at Westminster
25/06/2025
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Pre-Conference Dinner and Parliamentary Reception, two impactful events that brought the Liverpool City Region to the heart of Westminster and helped build momentum for even stronger collaboration and progress
Cruel Summer of Tax Speculation
12/06/2025
The Chancellor has invested billions in the infrastructure of the future
UK economy. However Jim thinks with the strong likelyhood of more tax
increases, the government could pay a heavy short term price.
MHRA Establishes New Digital Hub in Leeds to Boost Innovation and Regional Development
12/06/2025
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has announced the launch of a new digital hub in Leeds, reinforcing its long-term commitment to innovation and expanding its presence across the UK.
Double Vision
05/06/2025
Who knows if the Prime Minister is a fan of Cher but one of her biggest hits ,‘If I Could Turn Back Time’ might be on his mind.