Post Brexit can we now ditch the “little Europeans”?
When the term “little Englander” was coined in the 19th century it referred to those not willing to embark on imperialist ventures across the globe, those happy to look inward to Europe. It’s funny that by this definition, it is the … Continued
Brexit: If Britain is so tolerant, why can’t we tolerate the Brexiteers?
Referenda tend to cause division – that’s the point – particularly when they’re close. They force us to take sides. But that should end at the vote. This time however we’ve seen one side display vocal derision, anger and vitriol towards … Continued
Brexit: getting from grief to acceptance, together
So we’ve taken back control, it’s now all of ours to use, not just those who voted to leave. Our future belongs to all of us and we all have to be a part of it. This means avoiding division … Continued
Brexit – we’ll vote Remain and hate ourselves for it
Every sinew in my being wants to vote Brexit. The EU is a distant, corrupt, undemocratic, bureaucratic monolith crumbling under the weight of its own hubris. Its members are not like us. They don’t share our Anglo-Saxon work ethic nor … Continued
The junior doctors strike is about politics, not patients
Today junior doctors have gone on strike for the first time in 40 years. Like the last strike in 1975 this one is all about the doctors, not patients. By making those hours most practical for patients normal working hours … Continued
What do ISIL, Jeremy Corbyn & Donald Trump all have in common? The search for purpose
2015 saw the rise of extremism – political, religious, violent, pacifist or some combination. What could possibly connect these apparent polar opposites? The search for a cause to believe in, to fight for. In a world otherwise shorn of principles … Continued