Tag: UK Political System
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Tory manifesto: Thatcherism out, Mayism in
The Conservatives offered a radically different vision to their rivals in their election manifesto yesterday. Will it unite the country or alienate supporters? Here are five key pledges.
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Lib Dem manifesto: a crusade against Brexit
The Liberal Democrats have put opposition to Brexit at the heart of their election manifesto. Will it appeal to the 48%, or should they just “get over it”? Here are five key policies.
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Voting age row: the teenagers standing as MPs
Nominations to run for Parliament close today with three 18-year-olds hoping to become MPs. If they can get this far this young, why can’t Britain allow people aged 16 and 17 even to vote?
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The Mays: ‘Bland, robotic, stage-managed’
In an attempt to disclose her human side, Theresa May did a joint interview with her husband on BBC One last night. But many found it deadly dull....
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Immigration limits are ‘playing with fire’
A commitment to cut migration to the UK to the “tens of thousands” will feature in the Tory manifesto. David Cameron made the same pledge, only to fail. Are politicians’ promises worthless?
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Theresa Mania: the craze engulfing Britain
The British PM has launched a furious attack on the EU ahead of June’s election. The papers and the public have loved it. Does May have the magic touch to make her another Thatcher or Blair?
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Gaffe-prone Philip retires from royal duties
Yesterday Buckingham Palace announced Prince Philip’s retirement. In his long career the Queen’s husband committed many embarrassing indiscretions. Should we celebrate or condemn them?
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They’re off! The election campaign begins
Parliament was dissolved at midnight, and today is the official launch of the general election campaign. Already it has been dubbed the ‘Brexit election’, but is it about broader issues too?
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‘The Master’ returns 20 years after landslide
Tony Blair has vowed to make a comeback. He says that Brexit has given him “direct motivation to get more involved”. Should we welcome the return of a man dubbed both a genius and a monster?
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‘Party’s over’ as self-made politicians win
Marine le Pen just resigned as head of her National Front Party, the ‘Trump manoeuvre’ of bucking the system. Tony Blair calls for tactical voting. Is it curtains for the political party?
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May branded ‘coward’ for dodging TV debates
Theresa May has confirmed that she will not take part in any TV debates ahead of the British general election. Is this profoundly undemocratic, or do these clashes cheapen politics?
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‘Interesting times’ as UK holds snap election
Parliament has voted to hold a general election on June 8th. Elections are taking place across Europe — and bringing great upheaval. Is it a curse or a blessing to live in interesting times?
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May stuns Britain in general election U-turn
Yesterday Theresa May stood outside 10 Downing Street and announced that she would hold a general election on Thursday June 8th. Here are six questions about the upcoming vote.
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‘We are not afraid’ says London after attack
The day after a brutal attack on their city, Londoners were defiant. #LondonIsOpen trended online. Thousands gathered at a candlelit vigil. Is tolerance the best way to defeat terrorism?
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Hammond U-turn prompts ‘Mail runs Britain’ cry
The chancellor has reversed a crucial measure from his recent budget — as demanded by the newly-crowned newspaper of the year, the Daily Mail. Is this where power truly...