Argentina, Britain, France, the Netherlands and Spain have all seemingly had claims on the small island which provokes big controversy. The history is quite muddy, and different sides claim history supports their claim, so I’m going to avoid such debate … Continue reading
Recent revelations, uncovered secrets and large-scale reviews has seen the BBC get wuite some stick, most of it deserved. I say most, because Auntie Beeb is still made up of the same creatures as the rest of society – fallible … Continue reading
I’ve been made redundant twice in the past 13 years. The second time, in 2010, I was able to find work myself. The first time I had to use the Jobcentre (JC) to find me work. Both times I signed … Continue reading
Physical Education has had a renewed attention due to there being some mild sporting event in London lately. Boris Johnson has gone on record as saying that schools should have 2 hours of PE, EVERY day. Forgetting how Boris is … Continue reading
I’d say yes and this blog will argue yes in a way, but ultimately I know I’ll still try and debate in a fair fashion with those who hold opposing views to me. Why should I have this quandary? Because … Continue reading
We have this strange irony where the globalisation of our world moves inexorably towards further solidarity, whether that comes in political, financial or revolutionary ways, it’s here, and more is coming. Strange, then, how countries and some people seem to … Continue reading
The bizarre furore over same-sex marriage is fraught with issues, here I’ll deal with what I consider the top 5. Issue 1 – “But, I’m not a bigot!” If you’re against this change, then yes, you are. Now to be … Continue reading
I’ve been constantly harangued by people for claiming that Liberal Democrats being in government is allowing Tory policy to come true. This is technically correct, I don’t deny it. But as with everything else in the world, it’s too easy … Continue reading
“Mrs May”, as my friend comically likes her referred to as, has perhaps been the most useless of cabinet ministers. Yes, Andrew Lansley lives on another planet in terms of thinking he is organised and good with communication, but he … Continue reading
I’ve had a revolution in my thinking over the last few months. My mind has fought to reconcile the key question of how can I be in the political system that I don’t fully support? The conclusion I’ve made is … Continue reading