Category: Capatilism

Tory Power Struggle

Introduction The Conservative Party, traditionally known for its discipline and unity, has in recent years faced internal turbulence. This is epitomized by the growing tensions between the parliamentary party and its grassroots members. Central to this internal conflict is the 1922 Committee, a powerful body within the party that significantly influences leadership decisions. Recent discussions

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Disconnected Conservatives

In a recent interview, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak made headlines by claiming that he went without “lots of things” as a child, including Sky TV. This statement was made during a conversation with ITV. It was meant to illustrate the sacrifices his parents made. However, it starkly highlights just how out of touch Sunak—and by

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Tory Manifesto Car Crash

The Tory manifesto launch at Silverstone was quite fitting – after all, what better place to unveil a “car crash” of a plan than at a racing track? Is This the Last Chance to Shift Tory Fortunes? The Conservative manifesto, presented as a desperate attempt to regain voter trust, is more of a wishful thinking

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Aberdeen RAAC Crisis

Reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) was found in about 500 homes in the Balnagask area of Torry. This includes 364 council properties. This discovery exposes yet another failure of political leadership across the spectrum. People have ignored the plight of these residents, leading to devastating consequences. The Association of British Insurers (ABI) added that residents

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The Sky’s Getting Bumpier

Today’s turbulent skies result from climate change, as per new University of Reading research. This study reveals a concerning trend: clear-air turbulence (CAT) rises as our planet warms, posing higher air travel risks. The research reveals that over the past four decades, clear-air turbulence has surged in various global regions. In the North Atlantic air

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Labour, Commitment to Workers’ Rights?

Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar has confirmed that his family’s wholesale business currently does not pay all workers the “real living wage“, underscoring the ongoing struggle for workers’ rights under the Labour Party’s current leadership. Critics claim Labour, once for the working class, now resembles Tories, favouring corporates over labour reforms. Unions criticized Labour’s “New

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Ensuring Job Security

The global energy landscape is changing. Traditional oil and gas are being debated. Renewable energy sources are part of the discussion. This debate is very important. The global energy landscape is changing. Traditional energy sources like oil and gas are being debated. Renewables are also part of this discussion. This debate is increasingly important. A

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The privatisation of water

The privatisation of water in the UK has proven to be a significant failure. This is evidenced by a series of disastrous incidents involving major water companies like Severn Trent, Thames Water, and South West Water. These companies have faced severe criticism for mismanagement, environmental damage, and public health risks. Meanwhile, their executives continue to

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Profit and Safety

The recent safety incidents involving Boeing and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) underscore the risks of close ties between regulatory bodies and profit-driven corporations in the aviation industry. Boeing’s profit-oriented approach, coupled with its influence over FAA oversight, highlights the inherent dangers to safety in a capitalist system. Intense scrutiny has focused on Boeing’s relationship

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