Tag Archives: Lords

It is time for the Charity Commission to advise Parliament

Posted on December 27, 2018 by ianchisnall

A few days ago I went out shopping for some last minute Christmas gifts and bumped into a local Councillor who has played an important role in ensuring that the Labour Party avoids falling into too many pot holes in … Continue reading →

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An obese Parliament that refuses to slim

Posted on January 25, 2016 by ianchisnall

The need for Parliament to move out of the Palace of Westminster in order for major renovations to take place, estimated at some £7Bn is not news, although over the last decade there have been various discussions regarding the idea that … Continue reading →

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The turkey’s should vote for an even better Christmas!

Posted on September 13, 2011 by ianchisnall

Today the Boundary Commission has released proposals for changes to Parliamentary constituencies to take effect after the 2015 General Election (so in effect for 2020). The impact of these changes will be to reduce the number of MPs from 650 to 600. This is part of wider electoral reform … Continue reading →

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