Wanted! Rational policymaking based on non-partisan evidence
GOVERNMENTS are elected for a whole variety of reasons, but a key one is that we hope they will spend taxpayers’ money wisely. Bill Clinton’s famous phrase – “it’s the economy, stupid” – really sums ...
The need for change will not be satisfied by our political parties
AS MORE PEOPLE become turned off by tribal politics, fewer are prepared to vote for establishment parties or even participate in the electoral process. The Conservative Party is in government with only 24 per cent ...
What do the party manifestoes say about Trident?
OF ALL THE ISSUES that form part of the current General Election debate, few can be as important as the UK’s nuclear deterrent. If you accept that protection of its people is the state’s most ...
Insurgent Tories challenge the SNP establishment
IF EVER you needed an illustration of the current condition of Scottish politics, it was on view at Perth Concert Hall on Tuesday morning. The SNP high command had gathered for the launch of their manifesto, ...
