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961 words, 5 minutes read time. In a thought-provoking speech on January 24, 2024, Gen Sir Patrick Sanders, the head of the British Army, ignited a contentious debate in the UK by coining the term “pre-war generation” and proposing the revival of “total defence.” This concept, aimed at preparing the entire society for war, sparked … Continue reading
580 words, 3 minutes read time. In recent times, Labour’s political trajectory has faced criticism from various quarters, with dissent emerging from left-wing groups, MPs, and disillusioned former voters. Notably, Momentum, the Socialist Workers Party, and Jewish Voice for Labour have voiced concern, accusing Labour of forsaking its socialist roots by aligning itself closely with … Continue reading
842 words, 4 minutes read time. In a bid to address the financial challenges faced by English councils, the Department for Levelling Up, Housing, and Communities, led by Michael Gove, is contemplating plans to encourage the sale of publicly owned assets, including historic buildings. This move is aimed at helping councils cope with budget shortfalls, … Continue reading
1,111 words, 6 minutes read time. Well, is France at war? Not yet in any ‘conventional’ sense (though as part of the EU the government looks set to declare war on Russia in February) – and it has yet to descend into an (un)civil war. It might not be far off the latter which … Continue reading
320 words, 2 minutes read time. Protests and demonstrations in solidarity with Palestine unfolded across more than 50 locations in Britain on a recent Saturday. Notable events included the Big Birmingham Demo For Palestine, where around 10,000 protesters marched from Sparkhill and Alum Rock to St Martin’s Square in Birmingham, chanting slogans such as “Ceasefire … Continue reading
373 words, 2 minutes read time. John Pilger was an Australian journalist and documentary filmmaker who passed away on December 30, 2023, at the age of 84 . He was a renowned social activist and a strong critic of western foreign policy. He was known for his uncompromising articles and television documentaries that covered … Continue reading
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