Headlines from opinion polls suggest that a majority of Brits now want to reverse Brexit. But a deeper dive shows that this support is shallow and inconsistent, and sentiment could soon shift again. Those seeking closer economic ties with the European Union often claim that this is what the British public want. At face value, … Continue reading Do Brits really want to rejoin the EU?
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Should we lower the voting age to 16?
Here is the latest iteration of my schools presentation on the pros and cons of lowering the UK-wide voting age, updated with some fascinating polling (I think) on how 16- and 17-year-olds might have voted in the 2024 GE (slides 14 and 15)... Votes at 16 (October 2024)Download
Could a stronger economy still save the Tories?
Everything from the latest opinion polls to the bookies odds points to a crushing defeat for the Conservatives at the next general election. However, if I were a betting man, I would put a few quid on Rishi Sunak remaining in Number 10. For a start, the next election could be as late as January … Continue reading Could a stronger economy still save the Tories?
