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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.

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How you became the Government – a critical analysis

The article linked below cam to my attention via a post on X (formerly Twitter) and a few things just didn’t read true.

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The Disbenefits of the Lower Thames Crossing

The Lower Thames Crossing is criticized for environmental damage, high costs, inadequate congestion relief, health risks, and discarding viable alternatives.

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SECURITY: The Case for Controlled Borders

While immigration can enrich a society culturally and economically, large-scale immigration poses significant risks to social integration and cohesion.

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The Broken Blueprint: Unveiling the Flaws of the UK Planning System

This article aims to shed light on the critical issues plaguing the UK Planning System, drawing from reputable sources to substantiate the claims and engage readers in a thought-provoking exploration of urban development challenges.

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The Disbenefits of New Road Investment

The notion that building new roads serves as a catalyst for economic growth and a remedy for traffic congestion is a widely held belief. However, a closer examination reveals that the reality is far more nuanced and, in many cases, contrary to these optimistic assumptions. This paper explores the disbenefits of new road investments, highlighting the lack of conclusive evidence supporting their economic benefits, their failure to address congestion effectively, and the adverse impacts they have on local areas, including pollution, congestion, and property values.