“A society becomes totalitarian when its structure becomes flagrantly artificial: that is, when its ruling class has lost its function but succeeds in clinging to power by force or fraud”- George Orwell, 1984
A Symptom of National Disillusionment, NOT a Blueprint for Power The recent local election gains made by Reform UK across various councils in the United Kingdom represent a striking, if somewhat inevitable, consequence of long-standing public disillusionment with the major parties. As the political centre of gravity has gradually eroded, and trust in both Labour … Read more
In the early 1960s, Britain’s railways stood at a crossroads. Once the pride of the Industrial Revolution, the national network had become unprofitable, sprawling, and inefficient in the eyes of post-war policymakers. In response to mounting financial losses and the rise of road transport, the Conservative government commissioned a review that would go on to … Read more
Local Elections: Reform UK’s Rising Influence Reform UK, led by Nigel Farage, is gaining traction, particularly in areas like Doncaster. Farage has made Doncaster a focal point of his campaign, aiming to capitalize on local discontent. Polling suggests that Reform UK could disrupt traditional party dynamics, drawing support from both Labour and Conservative voters. Labour … Read more
Abolition of the Electoral Commission. Why the Existing Electoral Commission Must Be Abolished The existing Electoral Commission, established in 2000, has consistently proven itself unfit for the critical role of safeguarding democratic integrity in the British Isles. Despite its statutory mandate, it has demonstrated the following systemic and structural failures: Lack of Genuine Independence: The … Read more
Here’s a concise roundup of the major UK political developments over the past 36 hours, along with commentary and relevant links: 1. Starmer’s EU Pivot Amid US Tensions Prime Minister Keir Starmer is steering the UK towards closer ties with the European Union, seeking to finalise a comprehensive agreement encompassing trade, security, agriculture, and youth … Read more
With everything happening in geopolitics, and with everything we know about this country and how it truly operates, I have taken the decision to turn my political ideals into reality. Once the current election cycle concludes, I will move to formally register the British Democratic Alliance as a political party. This will take place after … Read more