Europe – Time to Get Back To Basics

A Dirty Secret Europe’s has a dirty secret. Politicians, governments and the Commission don’t like to talk about it. Greece – The Consequences of Lying to Yourself Europe has a poor – some would say appalling – track record of implementing the laws it passes.  There are well known examples. Greece and other countries blatlany … Read more

Calling For the Great Reform Act in Europe’s Fisheries

Time Great Reform Against The Privileged Few Richard Cobden was a great liberal and campaigner for free trade. He fought to rid Britain of the corn laws, which harmed hard-working families by making their food more expensive, and benefited the rich and privileged few. Apart from helping Britain rid itself of protectionism, one of his … Read more

Evidence and Political Decisions

  Generally it is a good that decisions are made with reference to evidence. It is an especially good idea when politicians and regulators are making decisions. Still Some Crazy Politicians Out There The world still has it fair share of slightly mad and deranged political leaders and officials. Some rename the months, others spend … Read more