Two items relating to democracy staggered into the spotlight yesterday. Firstly, there was the rather juicy news (for those of us obsessed with EU difficulties) that Ireland will be forced to have a referendum on the EU fiscal compact. This … Continue reading
By David McNeilage 5 November 2011 ePetitions have been a revelation for most who have become somewhat detached from the Democratic process, feeling that their voice and their issues are never heard. Finally we have a direct portal between the … Continue reading
The headlines today focused on the rebellion by 81 Conservative, 15 Labour and one Liberal Democrat MPs to their respective parties three line whip on an EU referendum following last night’s debate in the House of Commons. The majority of … Continue reading
Depending on how you answer that question, today is either one of the most important in terms of the governance of the UK or a complete waste of time which is just diverting attention away from things that really matter. … Continue reading