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Probably something todo with this:
Sunak promises to widen the already fuzzy government definition of extremism – criticised widely for being too expansive – to encompass those who “vilify our country”. The implication seems to be that any public sector worker covered by the Prevent duty would be required to refer anyone they believe is “vilifying” to the authorities.
Crikey! What was he thinking. On the face of it that looks like a really stupid policy. Its bordering on authoritarianism.Archery1969 wrote: ↑Wed Aug 03, 2022 5:56 pmProbably something todo with this:
Sunak promises to widen the already fuzzy government definition of extremism – criticised widely for being too expansive – to encompass those who “vilify our country”. The implication seems to be that any public sector worker covered by the Prevent duty would be required to refer anyone they believe is “vilifying” to the authorities.
Since when was it illegal to criticise anything in the UK? OK inciting violence and terrorsim has to be dealt with. But vilification is nowhere near that.
That's actually quite shocking.
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Agreed. Rather worrying he thinks that is/was a good idea/policy.greenmark wrote: ↑Wed Aug 03, 2022 6:17 pmCrikey! What was he thinking. On the face of it that looks like a really stupid policy. Its bordering on authoritarianism.Archery1969 wrote: ↑Wed Aug 03, 2022 5:56 pmProbably something todo with this:
Sunak promises to widen the already fuzzy government definition of extremism – criticised widely for being too expansive – to encompass those who “vilify our country”. The implication seems to be that any public sector worker covered by the Prevent duty would be required to refer anyone they believe is “vilifying” to the authorities.
Since when was it illegal to criticise anything in the UK? OK inciting violence and terrorsim has to be dealt with. But vilification is nowhere near that.
That's actually quite shocking.
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Sunak says he's played an "instrumental part" in weakening Russia.
I think he either grasping at straws or been smoking something potent.
I think he either grasping at straws or been smoking something potent.
I think he has. As far as is possible. The fact is sanctions and supplying weapons, intelligence and training is as far we can go. These are all things that Russia has supplied to others, so Russia can have no grievance about that. We support our friends. If only Russia was a friend, what a wonderful world it would be.Archery1969 wrote: ↑Wed Aug 03, 2022 8:30 pmSunak says he's played an "instrumental part" in weakening Russia.
I think he either grasping at straws or been smoking something potent.
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Truss is on a mission.
After insulting the Scottish FM earlier in the week she has now insulted the Welsh FM.
My god, wonder how long the union lasts before the next election.
After insulting the Scottish FM earlier in the week she has now insulted the Welsh FM.
My god, wonder how long the union lasts before the next election.
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Its a done deal, the membership is going with Truss 70/30 split. Don't forget you read it here first.
She's drifted to 1.13 after that debate. They both have an issue with admitting they were wrong. Truss does a U-turn but refuses to call it a mistake and blames her opponent's misrepresentation but completely ducked the questions when Kay challenged her over exactly what was misrepresented.Archery1969 wrote: ↑Thu Aug 04, 2022 10:33 pmIts a done deal, the membership is going with Truss 70/30 split. Don't forget you read it here first.
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Question for the experts.
The UK borrowed £470 billion during Covid at 3% variable rate and the subsequent interest repayments are crippling. The Bank of England is sitting on £500 billion of gold resverves, therefore why cant the UK government borrow £100 billion from them at 0% interest and repay the outstanding capital amount of 5 years ?
PS. The £100 billion would be to help everyone (or the most in need) with their heating bills etc.
The UK borrowed £470 billion during Covid at 3% variable rate and the subsequent interest repayments are crippling. The Bank of England is sitting on £500 billion of gold resverves, therefore why cant the UK government borrow £100 billion from them at 0% interest and repay the outstanding capital amount of 5 years ?
PS. The £100 billion would be to help everyone (or the most in need) with their heating bills etc.