Trump Has Forfeited Leadership of the West
America’s unwavering support in global conflicts, from WWII to NATO formation, underscores my profound gratitude. This legacy compels me to reject Donald Trump’s divisive tendencies, which undermine America’s enduring role…
Davos and the Arctic Test for the West
Davos revealed the cyclical nature of international relations: public threats lead to de-escalation, but the underlying pressure erodes credibility. As the Arctic transforms into a strategic battleground, maintaining genuine alliances…
Stand Up NATO, Protect America
NATO’s enduring strength is rooted in mutual respect and shared responsibilities, yet America’s current stance on Greenland threatens this foundation. By opting for a coercive approach, the US risks eroding…
Early Years SEND: Don’t Remove the Safety Net
As Leicestershire County Council revises Early Years support for children aged 0-4, the proposal sparks debate. The council promises more flexibility and increased funding for mainstream providers, yet experts caution…
Defection is Easy. Duty is Not.
The moral posturing of Conservative defectors grates. Remaining to fix Britain’s failures is dismissed as tribalism. The latest defections are marketed as political awakening. Yet, the reality is more complex,…
Councillors Must Be Allowed to Speak — Without Being Smeared
In the heated debate over educational practices, Councillor Carl Abbott’s inquiry into whether young children are being ‘taught to pray the Muslim way’ in Leicestershire schools has sparked outrage. This…
Iran is cornered. The West should stop whispering and start acting.
When a regime is confident, it governs. When it’s frightened, it reaches for the truncheon and the blackout switch. That is where Iran is today: credible reporting describes a nationwide…
Venezuela: Europe’s Elites Choose Moralising Over Backbone — Again
Venezuelans celebrate as US strikes capture Maduro, sparking global debates on sovereignty and legitimacy. The question isn’t just about legality but the true governance of Venezuela.
Holding the Line: The Local Plan, Tilted Balance, and Why Objections Still Matter
Every few months a headline does the rounds that makes it sound as if thousands of homes are already a foregone conclusion (see https://www.facebook.com/share/1DAN7857we/?mibextid=wwXIfr). The latest figure being quoted is…
Moral Righteousness — At What Price?
Judith Woods’ article in the Telegraph on Shamima Begum (https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2026/01/01/britain-should-bring-shamima-begum-home-to-face-justice/) is wrapped in the language of principle — “rule of law”, “justice”, “our national conscience” — but underneath it is…
Local Government Reorganisation in Leicestershire: what are we fixing — and how do we keep decisions local?
In Leicestershire, the issue isn’t about having multiple tiers of government; it’s about responsibility. When residents reach out to councillors for help, they’re often met with unclear answers and a…
Citizenship Is a Privilege — Not a Shield for Hatred
Let’s stop pretending this is complicated. If you come to Britain — or you’re granted the privileges of British citizenship — you don’t get to preach hate, glorify violence, and…
The EHRC is meant to be a referee. Labour is turning it into a political instrument.
The EHRC is meant to be a referee. Labour is turning it into a political instrument. Bridget Phillipson has appointed Ali Harris, the chief executive of the human-rights charity Equally…
Defending Rural Britain from Labour’s Rural Agenda.
Labour is waging an ideological assault on rural communities — attacking farms,landowners and local democracy. Conservatives must fight back with law, not lip service, and rebuild trust with the people…
Justice Must Be Blind – Even To A Prince We Loath.
I’m a staunch supporter of the monarchy. The Crown is one of this country’s last great stabilising institutions, and I won’t join those using the scandal around Prince Andrew to…
If Jess Phillips Had Any Integrity, She’d Have Gone Already
For victims of grooming gangs, this isn’t a political spat. It’s another gut-punch. After a lifetime of being ignored, silenced and disbelieved by the very institutions that should have protected…
When Reform Met Reality, It Folded
They’re not reformers. They’re performers. And when it falls apart, they’ll blame everyone else. Reform came in promising a new way of doing things. Cut waste. Cut council tax. Stand…
Local government reorganisation in Leicestershire – behold the great betrayal!
Something happened last week. We managed to get a sneak view of the truth. In that dark and murky world inhabited by Reform’s Cllr. Dan Harrison on the one hand,…
Hate at Glastonbury – apologists for terrorism broadcast by the BBC
By broadcasting a live performance from Glastonbury where an artist chanted “death to the IDF” before a cheering crowd waving Palestinian flags, the BBC crossed a line no responsible broadcaster…
Harborough’s Local Plan: a right dog’s dinner…
Harborough District Council (HDC) is the local authority with responsibility for ‘planning’ the future of Leicestershire’s most southern area, bordering Northamptonshire, Warwickshire and Rutland. All around it, along the A6…
An alternative view on the rights of unborn children.
At 28 and a half weeks, my daughter was born prematurely. I vividly recall that night: my wife underwent an emergency caesarean section due to a caecal volvulus. After she…
Why the Pride Flag Still Matters at County Hall
As a Conservative, I believe in individual liberty, personal responsibility, and the duty of public institutions to serve all citizens. That includes standing up for the rights and freedoms of…
Understanding Labour’s Lies on the Migrant Crisis
Darren Jones is a highly intelligent and articulate individual, possessing a calm and composed demeanour. He exudes a cerebral, moderate approach, with a silver tongue that is as smooth as…
Israel defends the West
In the global arena, there exists a nation that has consistently comprehended the profound significance of the term ‘threat’. Since the establishment of the Jewish State, Israel has engaged in…
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