When Russia invaded Ukraine, many analysts believed that the operation would be over by May 9. The expectation was that Russia’s overpowering military would swiftly subdue Ukraine, leading to a surrender and the replacement of the Kyiv government with a pro-Kremlin leadership. However, Vladimir Putin has not been able to conquer Ukraine; instead, his army …
Amidst the numerous strategic errors committed by Vladimir Putin in his aggression against Ukraine, perhaps the most significant miscalculation was his assumption that it would halt Nato’s expansion. In fact, it has had the opposite effect, prompting traditionally neutral countries such as Finland and Sweden to consider joining the alliance. These countries have witnessed the …
In an effort to increase housing construction, the Government initiated a planning revolution nearly two years ago. The focus was on implementing a zonal regime similar to those in many European countries, taking a back-to-first-principles approach. However, this policy did not resonate well with Tory voters residing in areas where forced development was a possibility. …
The Government’s attempts to negotiate improvements to the Northern Ireland protocol with the EU were always unlikely to succeed. Brussels has been using the delicate political situation in Northern Ireland as a weapon to impede a proper Brexit since the referendum. Their focus on bureaucratic procedures and their ideological commitment to safeguarding the integrity of …
During his recent visit to Northern Ireland, Boris Johnson penned an article for a local newspaper outlining his plans to reform the Protocol. He expressed the need for pragmatic changes to address the current shortcomings of the agreement, without seeking to completely abandon it. Johnson acknowledged that the delicate balance established by the Good Friday …
After much speculation, the Foreign Secretary confirmed in Parliament today that the Government intends to introduce a new law to unilaterally suspend certain parts of the Northern Ireland Protocol. Liz Truss emphasized the need for pragmatism in addressing practical challenges. While the preference remains a negotiated solution with the EU, the plan is not to …
The Governor of the Bank of England, Andrew Bailey, has received backlash for his remarks made at the Treasury select committee this week. He suggested that workers refrain from seeking pay raises, expressed concerns about potential global food price hikes, and admitted to feeling “helpless” in controlling inflation. These comments have been labeled as disconnected, …
The Metropolitan Police’s investigation into lockdown rule-breaking in Downing Street has concluded with only one fixed penalty notice being issued to Prime Minister Boris Johnson. Despite 126 fines being awarded for events on eight different dates, critics are disappointed that the Prime Minister did not receive multiple fines. The investigation involved a team of 12 …
Passengers traveling on the London Underground will now notice a new addition to the Tube map. A purple-bordered white line now represents the Crossrail link that runs from east to west through the capital. Officially known as the Elizabeth Line, this ambitious transport project has been in the making for decades. Despite a delay of …
Supporters of Brexit hoped it would lead to a decrease in immigration, but the latest data shows that immigration numbers are actually at their highest point in our history. In the past year alone, work visas have increased by 25% to 239,987, family visas by 49% to 280,776, and student visas by 52% to 432,729. …