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Reforming the Vote:  The Novel Case for Negative Voting to deliver Electoral Change

The British electoral system, rooted in First Past the Post (FPTP), is increasingly under scrutiny for failing to reflect the diverse political landscape of the UK. Critics argue it entrenches a two-party dominance, discourages voter turnout, and marginalizes smaller parties. Amid cries of “don’t split the vote” and accusations of enabling Labour or Tory victories, … Continue reading

The Great British National Strike – National and Liverpool Reports

National Overview On Saturday, towns and cities across the UK witnessed public gatherings linked to the so-called Great British National Strike, an event promoted primarily through social media platforms, Telegram channels, and a loose network of populist and nationalist influencers. Though the term “national strike” was used, there was no involvement from recognised trade unions … Continue reading

The Impact of Faragism on UK Politics: A Critical Review

We now have the results of the local elections. While we should be glad to see the Labour Party punished we are still in the era of Red v Blue politics. It is just that the Reform UK Party is a different type of blue. Better than the Tories in theory, but still a party … Continue reading

Prisons Don’t Work. So Why Are We Building More?

The UK government is spending billions on expanding the prison system, despite clear evidence that incarceration fails to reduce crime or rehabilitate offenders. With plans to create 20,000 new prison places by 2031, the cost of this expansion is projected to reach at least £10.1 billion, overshooting its initial budget by more than £4.2 billion. … Continue reading

Starmer’s Ukraine Bill: Billions for War While Social Care and Pensioners Are Left Behind

As Sir Keir Starmer’s government continues to pledge billions to Ukraine, British taxpayers are left wondering why their hard-earned money is being funnelled into a foreign war while pensioners shiver in cold homes, and the country’s social care system collapses. Since 2022, the UK has already spent £7.8 billion in military aid to Ukraine, with … Continue reading

Just Stop Oil Protesters’ Appeal: A Historic Hearing

471 words, 2 minutes read time. Sixteen non-violent Just Stop Oil protesters, handed harsh sentences since July, are set to receive a historic collective hearing before the Court of Appeal next year. This extraordinary development, announced Saturday, signals an opportunity to question the fairness of the punitive measures and their implications for democracy. The mass … Continue reading