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Putting Parliament at the core of national life

November 14, 2013February 3, 2015 by Editor

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Charles Clarke, visiting Professor at the University of East Anglia, considers how Parliament could be put at the heart of national life. [one_half]Most events of national interest pass through Parliament, and get consideration there, in some form or another. Indeed on any given weekday, it is likely that the majority…

Too many clever-dicks in Westminster

November 14, 2013February 3, 2015 by Editor

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Douglas Carswell MP argues that the front benches of Parliament are dominated by politicians more concerned about presentation than principle. [one_half]The longer I have been in Parliament, the more I realise that those on either front bench actually have rather a lot in common. I don't just mean that they…

An immodest proposal to revolutionise an ailing institution: ‘Guardians for future generations’

November 14, 2013February 8, 2016 by Editor

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Dr. Rupert Read argues that parliamentary democracy needs to be reformed so that future generations are formally represented. [one_half]This week, UEA Philosophy, Politics and Law Departments will be putting on a ‘Philosopher-Kings?’ event on the subject of “Is Parliament fit for purpose?”: This will take place on Fri Nov 15th at…

Is Parliament fit for purpose? Select Committee Reforms means that it has never been more so.

November 14, 2013February 3, 2015 by Editor

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Richard Bacon MP argues that Parliament is fit for purpose. The Wright reforms have re-invigorated Select Committees allowing them to hold the executive and senior public officials to account. [one_half]Is Parliament fit for purpose? Asking this question of any organisation implies there is a problem – that the organisation can no…

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