Even by Ed Balls’ standards, the mess he has got himself into explaining Labour’s economic policy really is quite spectacular. As far as I understand it, Labour’s policy hasn’t actually changed. They are opposed to the way the government is tackling deficit reduction but accept they are unlikely to be able to reverse all the… Continue reading The Unions are “too big to bail”
Month: January 2012
Labour Needs A Plan B
It has been odd watching the Labour party over the last 18 months. If ever an opposition has had a golden opportunity, it has surely been this. With the economy in a mess, any government would be forced to make tough, unpopular decisions right now. Combine that with the nature of coalition, and scoring some… Continue reading Labour Needs A Plan B
Why does the Advertising Standards Authority regulate e-petition campaigns but not referendums?
It is great to see that the Advertising Standards Authority has cracked down on Paul Staines for misleading advertising as part of his campaign in support of his death penalty e-petition. It is not immediately clear however why the ASA feels it has a regulatory role here while it doesn’t have a role in regulating… Continue reading Why does the Advertising Standards Authority regulate e-petition campaigns but not referendums?