Since we’ve now had three polls on the London mayoral election since mid-January, now seems a good time to look at what they tell us about the race. There also continues to be a ‘Labour for Boris’ vote as well as a ‘Tories for Ken’ crowd. But the ComRes poll in particular demonstrates an interesting point about where the polls might go from here. […]
Workfare has recently come under close scrutiny, and criticism aimed at some high-profile employers has culminated in a terse response from the Government. Detractors condemn workfare as barely better than slave labour, while defenders claim it's a valuable addition to other forms of help for unemployed people. But what does the evidence say about wheth […]
The Daily Telegraph today splashes with an investigation into abortion - highlighting some examples of doctors agreeing to abortions on spurious grounds 'no questions asked'. There's a key reason why this story is being pushed now, but first there's a few points to be made about the story itself.
When a Freedom of Information (FOI) request is made it is meant to be dealt with “applicant and motive blind”. But, Scotland Yard have a system in place where requests from journalists are flagged up.
Since becoming ill with a rare, chronic medical condition several years ago, I have been unemployed. Lately, I’ve been wondering if I could manage some work, so I have been looking for a job. I’ve found it incredibly tough, despite the fact that I have a degree, postgraduate qualifications, and years of experience.
Gio Simmonsdale1997-2011Maybe it's somehow fitting that this will be the last ever blogpost on this blog. It marks the end of two eras - the end of this blog, as in a few days time my new site, Dale & Co launches, and also the end of a life.Five hours ago my beloved little Jack Russell, Gio, died. Those of you who have ever had the privilege of owni […]
Sitting here basking in 32 degree heat, looking out over a balmy Darwin sunset in northern Australia I am wondering why anyone would ever leave this heavenly place. I’ve been in Australia for nearly two weeks and have loved every minute of it. It’s a truly fabulous country and it’s easy to see why so many Brits come here to live. It’s a very optimistic count […]
The BBC internal wires are circulating this account of how last night’s Joyce episode began. Look North reporter Joe Inwood’s report has worked its way into Guido’s inbox: Andrew Percy MP was hosting an event for the Speaker of the Canadian Parliament, at which Stuart Andrew MP was a guest. The night had progressed, and [...]
Interviews are currently going on in Committee Rooms 16/17/18 for members and staffers who witnessed last night’s fun and games. There is also some speculation that Joyce has been moved from Belgravia to another police station. Either way, he’s been in custody for over sixteen hours now. Tea Room gossip is gathering pace too… Though Guido […]
Strangers’ Bar staff have been called to Belgravia Police Station at 3pm to give further witness statements about the Eric Joyce brawl. Other MPs who witnessed the affair, as well as staffers and other drinkers will also be interviewed in the coming hours. Guido understands that the really bad news for Eric Joyce is that [...]