Unfortunately there is a conflict of interest in the population. Those working for the public sector (like me) with a guaranteed income and pension are, relatively, content with the lockdown and have… (View Post)

Mitt Romney would be a reassuring figure in the White House. But has probably burnt too many boats so far as Republican Party is concerned. He voted to impeach Trump - admirably principled, but surel… (View Post)

The SNP record on education has been truly catastrophic across the board. Given that Sturgeon and Swinney are pretty smart operators I really can't understand how they have messed it up so much. I th… (View Post)

I don't think there is enough consideration being given to the potentially disastrous impact for some kids of having their education disrupted. Some, in supportive middle-class homes with access to l… (View Post)

Scotland's in a curious place. SNP seem to be completely dominant, like ANC in S Africa. Nicola miles ahead personally. And yet, Indy, their core policy, is becoming ever less plausible as time goes … (View Post)