Starmer has never struck me as someone you'd want to share a foxhole with. When Reeves has served her purpose she will be gone. She's not quite done yet. Someone is going to have to take the opprobri… (View Post)
Just over 55% of Scots did not agree with that analysis in 2014 Gerry. Many, indeed most, Scots consider themselves British and do regard the UK as a nation state. (Welcome aboard btw) (View Post)
Its a bit like Stonewall to whom the Scottish government pays £400k a year. They have one member of staff covering matters in Scotland, Wales and NI. They haven't really operated in Scotland for some… (View Post)
So, what is the modern state? I would say, firstly, that it is an economic unit that supports those within its community that are in need. Being British, for example, entitles you to a range of benef… (View Post)
My wife's first mothers day without a mother. And my daughter's first as a mother. The circle of life rolls on. Some things are eternal, however. I came across this again this morning:… (View Post)