The La-La Land of Election Promises – and why no-one talks about implementation

On the radio on Saturday UK Cabinet Minister Michael Gove was asked about his party’s promise to plant 50000 trees. The interviewer points out that his government had failed to deliver on similar promises made in both 2015 and 2017. So why should we believe … Continue readingThe La-La Land of Election Promises – and why no-one talks about implementation

Extractive capitalism is back – unintentionally encouraged by the left

To most people, capitalism would be a lot better if it allowed entrepreneurs to start businesses and make profits, but steered them towards thinking long term, protecting the planet, and valuing customers and employees and sharing rewards with them.   In the USA and the … Continue readingExtractive capitalism is back – unintentionally encouraged by the left

Corbyn’s Coventry Speech – the good news and the bad news

The good news is that Labour has listened to the voice of business, and its employees. It has recognized that customs union membership is the essential platform for supply chain effectiveness, business continuity and future investment in long term wealth creation. Not to mention the … Continue readingCorbyn’s Coventry Speech – the good news and the bad news