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Politics or Evidence? UK government’s case for banning under-16s from social media

The Blogger — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:40:36 +0000

I don’t understand why the UK government has decided to press ahead with a ban on social media for under-16s when the government’s own research briefing appears far more cautious. In the House of Commons Library briefing, Proposals to ban social media for children (pages 17–19), the evidence presented does not appear to support a ... Read more

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In Britain, the technology we depend on is mostly owned by other countries. Why are we not talking about this?

The Blogger — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 06:46:19 +0000

Most people understand why Britain imports food, energy, and manufactured goods. We cannot produce everything ourselves. But there is another form of dependence that receives far less attention. Increasingly, the technologies that power our economy, our communications, our defence, our scientific research, and even our government services are owned and controlled by companies based in ... Read more

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Beyond Ethnicity: Judging people by their contribution, not their ancestry

The Blogger — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:59:00 +0000

In recent years, ethnicity and heritage have become increasingly prominent in public discourse. Questions of identity, belonging, and ancestry dominate political debates, social media arguments, and even discussions within families. While understanding our heritage can be valuable, there is a growing danger in placing too much emphasis on ethnicity as a defining feature of who ... Read more

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Introducing YourVoice.NG | Nigeria’s public opinion poll

The Blogger — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:19:13 +0000

Nigeria is a nation of diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas. Yet too often, the everyday opinions of citizens are not fully heard when important decisions are made. The YourVoice.NG platform exists to change that. It provides a space where Nigerians from all walks of life can share their views on the issues that shape the ... Read more

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UK housing solution – affordable sustainable cabin living

The Blogger — Sun, 15 Feb 2026 10:52:27 +0000

The UK housing debate remains stuck in a loop. Politicians, developers and commentators repeatedly argue that the crisis is simply about building more homes. But the evidence increasingly shows that the real issue is affordability, and continuing to build traditional housing in traditional ways will not solve it. According to the Office for National Statistics, ... Read more

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Britain at a crossroads: Reclaiming growth, influence, and global relevance

The Blogger — Sat, 14 Feb 2026 06:47:09 +0000

Britain stands at a defining moment in its modern history. Once recognised as a nation that shaped global trade, diplomacy, and innovation, Britain now faces an uncomfortable question: are we still looking forward, or are we becoming trapped in nostalgia and reactive policymaking? Across the world, the pace of technological, economic, and geopolitical change is ... Read more

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The BBC is under constant attack, and it’s not hard to see why

The Blogger — Mon, 10 Nov 2025 09:53:31 +0000

The BBC is under constant attack, and it’s not hard to see why. It remains the most trusted media organisation in Britain, perhaps even in the world. It is one of the very few major outlets that is not, and cannot be, controlled by a single person, corporation, or political group, no matter how much ... Read more

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Digital ID in the UK (Brit Card) – My thoughts

The Blogger — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 08:45:18 +0000

I have some serious questions about what the government is currently selling us under the banner of a “Digital ID“. Here are just a few that need answering: Why call it a “Digital ID”? Isn’t it just a unique reference number for every citizen? The data is digital by nature, so the term feels like ... Read more

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Pope Francis’ Easter message and blessing “Urbi et Orbi” 2025

The Blogger — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 07:57:00 +0000

“URBI ET ORBI” MESSAGE OF HIS HOLINESS POPE FRANCIS Saint Peter’s Square on Easter Sunday, 20 April 2025 Christ is risen, alleluia! Dear brothers and sisters, Happy Easter! Today at last, the singing of the “alleluia” is heard once more in the Church, passing from mouth to mouth, from heart to heart, and this makes ... Read more

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Making democracy safer and fairer: A proposal to limit political campaign spending

The Blogger — Tue, 24 Dec 2024 17:17:45 +0000

In recent years, the staggering growth in election campaign spending has become a real threat to the health of democracy. As political campaigns increasingly rely on vast sums of money to dominate advertising platforms, small parties and independent candidates find themselves unable to compete, leaving voters with fewer choices and often alienating them from the ... Read more

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