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Why do some countries embrace digital ID cards while Britain resists them?

Lots of politicians argue that Britain should copy Europe’s digital ID systems. But our history and legal culture are very different. In the UK, freedom comes first unless prohibited; in civil law countries, rights are codified by the state. That’s why mandatory ID feels alien here.

EthicsLawPolitics

Argument against compulsory “BritCard” / Digital ID for all citizens

I am firmly opposed to the introduction of a compulsory digital ID scheme for all British citizens (sometimes called “BritCard”)

ComedyGovernmentPolitics

Imaginary UK Government (Patriots’ Edition)

A tongue-in-cheek “Patriots’ Cabinet” and 100-day plan: borders made credible, energy made affordable, NHS backlogs blitzed, planning and red tape reset, and free-speech protected. It’s a thought experiment and a provocation—what might a delivery-first government look like if we stopped playing to the SW1 gallery? Plus quick résumés for each minister and a punchy scorecard so readers can judge the results.

EthicsPoliticsWar

“Oh My God, What Have They Done?” France’s Risky Gaza Asylum Ruling

A French court has ruled that Gazans can apply for asylum — a decision that blends compassion with controversy. While the humanitarian instinct is noble, the risks of importing radical ideologies shaped by Hamas rule cannot be ignored. Europe must act wisely, balancing moral duty with national and regional security.

EthicsFree SpeechHistoryLawWar

Israel-Gaza Conflict: A Myth-Busting Q&A

Tired of misinformation and emotionally charged slogans drowning out the facts? This no-nonsense Q&A tackles the most common myths surrounding the Israel-Gaza conflict with clear, evidence-based answers — covering history, occupation claims, genocide accusations, and more.

LawWarWorld

Understanding the Israel-Hamas War: Context, Complexity, and the Truth Behind the Headlines

This blog explores the Israel-Hamas war with clarity and historical context, cutting through misinformation. From the October 7 attacks to Hamas’s tactics and international law, we examine the facts behind the headlines — and why outrage without understanding won’t lead to peace.

DemocracyECHRLaw

A Modern British Bill of Rights: A Balanced, Sovereign Solution

A British Court of Human Rights would protect fundamental freedoms while ensuring democratic accountability, legal consistency, and national sovereignty—upholding rights within a UK-based framework rather than relying on unelected foreign judges.

Politics

Blame the Tories? The Deeper Roots of Britain’s Decline

Much of what’s wrong in Britain today didn’t begin in 2010. From mass immigration without infrastructure to the ideological overreach of the Equality Act, this post explores the long-term roots of national decline — many of which lie in New Labour’s legacy, not just 14 years of Conservative rule.

ImmigrationLawPolicy

A Rational Case for a Robust Asylum Vetting System

This article challenges the simplistic claim that asylum seekers receive “nothing” and proposes a rational, humane, and secure vetting system. It explores the public support provided, outlines flaws in current assumptions, and sets out how to protect both compassion and national integrity through common sense reforms.