Disclaimer: This is not about Putin’s actions towards the Ukraine. I do not, can not, will not make light of one country’s military invasion of another country, whatever the alleged rationale. This is about Great Britain’s, specifically this country’s government’s, reaction to the current situation and its so-called response. By now the facts have sunk in. Russia did invade Ukraine,… Read moreThe mouse that roared in Londongrad
“Shame!” Reminiscent of one of the most memorable scenes from Games of Thrones, the House of Commons had its own version of public indignation last week, albeit in a slightly different setting. Meet Owen Paterson. Tory MP for North Shropshire for the last 24 years, previously Northern Ireland Minister, and all around veteran of the political process in Westminster. Next… Read moreGoT in the HoC
Scotland goes to the polls the day after tomorrow. Since I am living here, and am over 16, and Westminster considers this to be a local election, I am entitled to vote, and I will definitely make use of that opportunity. The question is, for whom? Actually, it’s not really a question, but let’s have a look at the choices… Read moreAn election and its consequences
