Kirklees Councillors Vote to Increase Their Annual Pay by £375
By Daniel Wood Councillors in Kirklees have voted to see their pay go up by £375 a year to £14,002. All 60 elected members will receive the money for carrying…
How Can Councils Increase Turnout for Local Elections Next Year?
By Olver Gibson Low turnout is a typical feature of local elections in the United Kingdom. While 67.3% of registered voters cast ballots in the 2019 general election, just 35%…
As Covid-19 Dominates the Conversation, What Has Been Happening With Brexit?
By Oliver Gibson It seems such a long time since talk of Brexit dominated the political landscape of Britain. After months of round-the-clock coverage of the topics such as the…
The Importance of Demographic Representation in Our Democracy
By Oliver Gibson It is often said of politics in many Western countries that democratic institutions do not adequately represent the different cultures and nationalities that make up a particular…
Divide and Conquer – Why Shifting Blame Helps Nobody
By Ryan Bramley I love a quote as much as anyone. Here’s a good one: “A loved one perished at the hands of the barren-hearted right.” It’s taken from a…