Tag Archives: Arron Banks

Independence is a state of real integrity


When Douglas Carswell and Mark Reckless decided that they could no longer support Conservative Party policies in August and September 2014 respectively, and that they were going to join UKIP I wrote of their integrity in going to their constituents … Continue reading

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UKIPs own Donald Trump?


It is hard to believe in the strategy that UKIP currently appear set upon as the political career of Paul Nuttall seems to be coming to an end. His interview with Michael Crick of Channel 4 on the Streets of … Continue reading

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A belated Happy Birthday


The discovery that one has missed a significant Birthday is always a bit disappointing, especially if it is a Birthday ending in 0. Yesterday was the 130th Birthday of a chap called Robert Schuman. He is seen as the founder … Continue reading

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Mr Democracy


As we approach the EU referendum it is fascinating to discover that one of the main financial backers of the campaign to leave the EU is reportedly considering a legal challenge to the Government who have extended the deadline for … Continue reading

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Why Stuart, John and Peter are so dangerous


The news this morning that one of the two main groups wanting us to leave the EU is launching its campaign has been couched in terms of who funds it. Vote Leave is being presented as the coming together of the three … Continue reading

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It hasn’t ended well!


Yesterday, the final day of the Conservative Party conference appeared to go very well. Mr Cameron gave a rousing speech that encouraged his supporters in the Birmingham Conference Hall, and no doubt many people who watched the excerpts played on our TV screens. … Continue reading

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