Objective To safeguard UK economic interests by ensuring large companies align with national priorities—such as job retention, domestic reinvestment, and intellectual property protection—through the appointment of a non-executive government advisor to their boards. Background The UK has seen critical companies like ARM Holdings (acquired by SoftBank in 2016) and Cadbury (purchased by Kraft in 2010) … [Read more…]
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Recently, I found myself nodding vigorously to a news segment where angry residents of Venice were waving banners, chanting about “overtourism” while trying not to get run over by a gondola full of Instagram influencers. I was right there with them—fist clenched in solidarity, espresso in hand, murmuring something deep like “Yes, tourism is ruining … [Read more…]
1. Executive Summary This proposal recommends withdrawing the State Pension from individuals who pay the 45% additional rate of income tax (those earning over £125,140 per year). The estimated net savings of £1.5–2 billion per year would be reallocated to secure and expand the Winter Fuel Payment for vulnerable pensioners. This reform would improve fiscal … [Read more…]
Background & IssueThe First-Past-the-Post (FPTP) system is increasingly criticised for distorting representation. In the 2019 general election, the winning party secured a majority of seats with just 43.6% of the vote (Electoral Reform Society, 2020), leaving millions feeling unrepresented. Low voter turnout – 67.3% in 2019 (UK Parliament, 2020) – further erodes democratic legitimacy. Meanwhile, … [Read more…]
Background & Issue Many public sector services, such as probation, education, and healthcare, are under immense pressure to deliver improved outcomes. However, staff often lack the resources to enhance their effectiveness. For example: Traditional funding models do not always reward positive results, which can lead to inefficiencies and missed opportunities for improvement. Proposed Policy Solution … [Read more…]
Segredo dos Mouros, Portugal: A Medieval Hideaway Serving Tapas, Torrential Rain, and a Touch of British Eccentricity Some restaurants are easy to find. They glow invitingly on a well-lit street, their signage clear, their entrances obvious. And then there are places like Segredo dos Mouros, which appear to exist purely for those with a sense … [Read more…]
Introduction As a concerned UK citizen, I am writing to propose a policy that would strategically divest the UK government’s holdings in Bitcoin and use the proceeds to invest in crucial social programs that improve the lives of our citizens. Background & Issue The UK government currently holds 61,000 Bitcoin, valued at approximately £5 billion … [Read more…]
Ma Restaurante Bar, Portugal: Stunning views, thoughtful service — but vegetarians should pack a picnic There is something delightful about the kind of holiday restaurant you stumble into, sun-drunk and pleasantly footsore after a long walk, only to discover you’ve landed somewhere genuinely lovely. Ma Restaurante Bar, perched high above the sea, offers precisely that … [Read more…]