Back in 2012, like much of the country, I was excited over the Olympics. Now in 2022, I hold a rather dim view on the …
A decade on, how should we assess the legacy of the London 2012 Olympics?
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Forget talk of ‘sell-outs’ and ‘coconuts’ – the Tories’ diversity is something to celebrate, not disparage
"For some people, the diversity which characterises the Tory leadership contest has triggered them into peddling their hateful identity politics. For me, it is a …
It’s raining men – but that’s no cause for celebration
Britain is in the process of creating a surplus of frustrated young men with limited economic and social prospects. This is fertile ground for inceldom …
The horrifying Oldham report once more underlines the state’s failure to protect vulnerable children
“A destructive combination of identity politics and victim-blaming tendencies among irresponsible officials has left vulnerable young girls exposed to systematic sexual abuse and exploitation.” My …
Britain has made great progress in the Queen’s 70-year reign – but there is no room for complacency
During Her Majesty's 70-year reign, Britain has established itself as a shining example of an advanced multi-ethnic democracy. But sadly, it has also become an …
Can a Tory emphasis on crime blunt Labour’s cost of living attacks?
* Introducing human rights reform to deport foreign-national offenders more easily * Looking to extend police stop-and-search powers * Clamping down on disruptive eco-fanatical activity …
Triumph and tribulation: Labour’s London performance can’t mask its provincial problems
"Although we’re still waiting on some of the results, one thing is certain – the English local elections have given both party leaders plenty to …
Rehab vs radicalisation: how to stop Islamists spreading their poison on the prison estate
“This is nothing less than an Islamist-induced erosion of the British state’s authority across the prison estate. Influential terrorists must no longer have the freedom …
New immigration figures show just how ‘racist’ Brexit Britain really is
"Gone is the absurdity whereby a low-skilled European worker with no command of English could stroll into the UK, while an English-speaking doctor from Chennai …
While Britain fights for democracy abroad, we can’t ignore the crisis of confidence at home
It is vital that we do not allow promoting democracy abroad to distract us from the problems here in the UK. A lack of confidence …