Can the NHS do with some reforms?
This whole controversy about the NHS is so pathetically trivial. First of all, we know that the US has absolutely no clue about the NHS. I should know – I’m American. Yes, we heard all about universal healthcare and the waiting lists, but that doesn’t mean we know it. Unless you’ve experienced it, you would [...]
Afghanistan war should not be debated; it is equipment that should be questioned
Speaking as an American, which means Britons will take less notice of what I have to say, I am saddened to find that there are many Britons who seem to want to cut ties with the US. The Afghanistan war has been in the press lately due to issues with the lack of military equipment. [...]
Forget the trivial bickering; have politicians been inside the NHS recently?
I have not commented on much lately due to other family commitments and to the lack of newsworthy events. It seems that politics has become extremely lame of late. The 10p tax vote was a joke. I still don’t understand why some think that it makes the lowest paid workers worse off while it helps [...]
BNP gets egged as protestors call for end to free speech
This demonstration against the BNP is completely disgraceful. I am not advocating all the narrowmindedness of the party, but what will demonstrations and protests accomplish? NOTHING! Except to teach our young children that this is acceptable behaviour for not getting what you want. If people are angry about the results (that is, the public and [...]
Please vote for the right reasons
On the eve of the EU and local elections, there has been much activity at Parliament. As several ministers have announced their intention of resigning, there are rumours and speculation of an early election. But, in my opinion, everyone needs to cool down and think logically. The expenses furore has gone over the top, with [...]
Sanctions against North Korea?
When politicians talk of sanctions, my reaction is a lot of eyeball rolling. Why? Because, although it is diplomatic, it seems so worthless. I have yet to see how it can make belligerent people stop and listen. And it seems that it is the belligerent ones who get the sanctions. Look at the result of [...]
Utopia does not exist – be prepared for the worst
The public has been outraged about the MPs expenses. Many are calling for early elections, while others want to sort out this mess before they can fully decide who they want as their elected MP. Some want all wrongdoers to step down or be forced out. Still others are calling for more reforms and better [...]
Why fear the BNP?
In all the expenses furore, many – including politicians and political analysts – have claimed that people are losing trust in their MPs. As a result, there is a fear that the top three political parties will lose votes, making room for smaller parties. Amidst this fear, these same critics are voicing anxiety about the [...]
Will the members of the Fees Office show themselves?
Everybody’s targeting the MPs right now, but what about the Fees Office? They were the ones who were supposed to scrutinise the claims and determine right or wrong. Of course, they based their judgments on the “rules” as established by Parliament, but didn’t these individuals exercise any moral responsibility to taxpayers? Who are the guilty [...]
Money, money, money
Though the expense scandal is not over, and Jacqui Smith has still not declared her true and accurate primary residence, she will be under lukewarm fire from the police regarding repeat offenders. At least, the media expect it to be rather lukewarm than fiery due to an agreed pay rise for police. Once again, we [...]
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