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GovernmentLawPolitics

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.

EconomicsTax

From Temporary Measure to Permanent Burden: How Income Tax and the Size of the UK State Have Grown Over Time

Before the World Wars, Britain had no income tax and a government spending less than 10% of GDP. Today, the tax burden is far higher, with public spending around 45% of GDP. This article explores how temporary wartime taxes became permanent—and what it means for the future of the UK state.

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.

GovernmentPoliticsWar

War and the Socialist State: The Hidden Benefits of Conflict?

War reshapes nations—but for a socialist government, it can be more than just conflict. It’s an opportunity to expand state control, restructure the economy, and reshape society. From nationalisation to ideological shifts, could war be the perfect catalyst for lasting change? Explore how conflict fuels hidden political agendas.