Put professional librarians back in charge
Our libraries and librarians could contribute considerably to building an independent Britain. Are they up to the task?
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Debt and privatisation
The Addison Act of 1919 had given council housing a national character, funded nationally through the ring-fenced Housing Revenue Account (HRA). Borrowing was at a low rate linked to government gilts to offset risk.
1917 - 1920: the Russian Civil War
20 August 2019
The October Revolution of 1917 triumphed decisively in Russia. Anti-popular forces soon conspired to overturn the new era; soldiers from many countries invaded to combat the revolution, but failed.
Take real control [updated]
Britain stands at a crossroads. Either we leave the European Union on 31 October, or an anti-democratic majority in parliament will find some way to force through their objective of overriding the June 2016 referendum.
May's agreement: four reasons for No Deal
Yes, the backstop matters. But the Withdrawal Agreement and its accompanying Political Declaration have the surrender of sovereignty built into every aspect…
Foreign grip on rail tightens
With East Midlands going to the Dutch and the West Coast franchise to the Italian state railway, nearly 80 per cent of Britain’s rail operations will soon be in foreign hands.
Fishermen reject Defra panic
Fishermen are furious about a leaked government memo saying it might be unable to enforce our fishing rights once we leave the EU.
Heathrow: Recognition victory
“Ambassadors” at Heathrow Airport have won recognition for their union, Unite. The staff provide assistance to passengers arriving at and leaving the airport.
Why Marxists back Brexit
Marxists want to live in an independent country for the same reason as everybody else: because no one can be free in a country where the laws are made outside that country.
Irish farmers protest
7 August 2019
Beef farmers in Ireland have held a series of protests calling on their government and the EU for support.
Poland trying to reverse impact of migration
6 August 2019
The Polish government wants graduates to return to Poland. More than half a million have left over the past 20 years. This is part of a wider problem affecting many countries.
New situation, old truths
30 July 2019
There’s optimism about. But Brexit has never been the property of politicians. Nor can it be left to them to implement while the people gaze on from the sidelines.