Yes, I agree - this current system doesn't seem helpful, except possibly to historians. It doesn't seem to have any obvious link to effective action. Some inquiries work better than others though. Th… (View Post)

Oh God... ramping up defence spending on obsolete technology sounds just about right for our political system. (View Post)

The two wrongs make a right school of thought. Personally I'd prefer justice for both Anne and Andrew but I'd take either as a win. (View Post)

Yes spot on. You'd think some Republican would at least bring it up? Although I think I read apparently parliament isnt even allowed to discuss it... some system we have huh? (View Post)

The second order effects could be positive for the Chancellor. Instead of saving into pension, many people will take the salary and pay 40%/45% tax rather than 20% on money they can't easily access. … (View Post)