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.
I am firmly opposed to the introduction of a compulsory digital ID scheme for all British citizens (sometimes called “BritCard”)
The article linked below cam to my attention via a post on X (formerly Twitter) and a few things just didn’t read true.
Prime Minister’s address dismisses legitimate concerns about knife crime and divisive policing. Multiculturalism criticized for societal damage. Recent violent events highlight the need for addressing root causes rather than symptoms. Urging loyalty to the State, the Prime Minister, and Christian British values, with a call to action for genuine public safety.
The British Royal Family’s economic impact balances substantial taxpayer costs with significant benefits from tourism, heritage, and public engagements.
While immigration can enrich a society culturally and economically, large-scale immigration poses significant risks to social integration and cohesion.
Elon Musk, influential entrepreneur, leads SpaceX, Tesla, and Neuralink, revolutionizing space travel, electric vehicles, and brain-machine interfaces.
There are several theories that explain why people resort to personal insults rather than engaging in reasoned arguments when they disagree with someone’s view.
In the 1970’s the World Health Organisation seemed to do good work towards public health particularly in developing countries and
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.
