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British Politics Beyond the End of History: Marx, Hayek and Andrew Gamble
Although Marxism as an organised force is a shadow of its Cold War heyday, we seem to live in a time when calling someone a Marxist can still inspire a strange political frisson.
- Political Parties
- Progressive Politics
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In Defence of 'Elitism'
It is time to stand up and be proud of elitism: to uphold the arts, expertise, the fourth estate, and the democratic establishment for the benefit of all.
- Brexit
- Health, Education & Welfare
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Scotland: A More European people?
Europeanism is not in the original DNA of the Scottish National Party. Yet the now-ruling SNP is reconnecting with an old European allegiance as an alternative to being part of the UK. Is this alternative feasible?
- Devolution
- Brexit
- Scotland
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Beware Economists Bearing Policy Proposals
The 2011 Dilnot Commission proposed a cap on long-term care costs. Now that Andrew Dilnot is back on the airwaves defending the cap, it is opportune to explore the problem once more.
- Trade
- Equality
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Sovereignty, Legislative Supremacy and Devolution
There are two possible interpretations of the sovereignty of parliament: parliamentary sovereignty and parliamentary legislative supremacy. A failure to appreciate this distinction obfuscates constitutional debates.
- Devolution
- Sovereignty
- Parliament
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Why the Protocol in Ireland and Northern Ireland is a Complex Political Challenge
The protocol on Ireland/Northern Ireland proved to be the trickiest element of the UK-EU Withdrawal Agreement to negotiate.
- Devolution
- Brexit
- Ireland
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Why do Some Women Call Themselves ‘Politically Homeless’?
There are three main drivers behind such statements: Brexit, allegations of Labour Party anti-Semitism, and current plans to reform the Gender Recognition Act (GRA).
- Elections & Campaigning
- Brexit
- Feminism & Gender
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How Covid-19 Highlights Existing Weaknesses in English Football
Like many parts of the entertainment sector, football is in a precarious position and desperate for a successful vaccination programme to allow a return of spectators.
- Trade
- Covid-19
- Sport
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After Brexit, the Anglosphere?
One of the big questions raised by Brexit has been Britain’s future place in the world. Is the Anglosphere the answer?
- Brexit
- Trade
- Voting systems
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European Monarchies: Guardians of Democracy?
Four out of the top five democracies in the world are monarchies. Can constitutional monarchy and democracy can be complementary rather than conflicting notions?
- Constitution
- Sovereignty
