Tag Archives: Michael Crick

The lies that both sides told deserve taking to court

Posted on June 3, 2019 by ianchisnall

As newspapers and broadcasters are currently focused on comprising a list of Boris Johnson and his 40 competitors who all want a role that many people would argue will end their political careers, it seems worth asking the 12 Sussex … Continue reading →

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Disorganised administration?

Posted on May 8, 2016 by ianchisnall

The idea that a major political party can operate without effective administration is completely risible. The way in which modern political parties operate and the amount of money they spend from the public purse, let alone from powerful donors to … Continue reading →

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Unfair elections

Posted on May 1, 2016 by ianchisnall

“Everyone has the right to take part in the government of his country, directly or through freely chosen representatives… The will of the people shall be the basis of the authority of government; this will shall be expressed in periodic … Continue reading →

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Democracy is too precious

Posted on February 10, 2016 by ianchisnall

This week a number of issues have arisen at the same time which all point to how tawdry the political parties have made our democracy. The challenge here in the UK is of course a pale reflection of the distressing … Continue reading →

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