Blair cares only about saving his face instead of lives

Blair cares only about saving his face instead of lives

Tony Blair faces his own Halloween showdown tonight from trick or treating MPs who are determined to force his hand for an inquiry into his handling of the no-win war in Iraq. It seems extraordinary that this hasn’t happened before, that this will be the first...
Are carbon footprint passports the way forward?

Are carbon footprint passports the way forward?

It does seem rather incongruous that on the day we are given our most serious warning ever about the potential devastating impact of climate change, that The Times should be encouraging its readers to fly more. In fact, its front page banner offers a flight to Europe...
Government blamed for destroying local democracy

Government blamed for destroying local democracy

Cambridgeshire’s most outspoken district councillor – if not in the whole country – is on the verge of resigning after 36 years, blaming political correctness and his denial to the right of free speech. Free speech is the trademark for Robin Page,...
Making the most of the sunshine

Making the most of the sunshine

It’s time to stretch my legs again, so I’m making the most of today’s glorious sunshine and joining Geoff and his bunch of Cambridge buddies for a day’s walking and stimulating conversation. We are heading off to Castle Acre in Norfolk, for a...
Should MPs promote sports cars with high carbon emissions?

Should MPs promote sports cars with high carbon emissions?

Richard Bacon is a very highly regarded Norfolk MP, and naturally wants to do all he can to promote local businesses. One of those is Lotus and its success is vital to the local workforce’s economy. So when Lotus offered to loan Richard a £33,000 brand new very...