The SNP’s contradictory coalition is fracturing
As Scottish independence falls down the agenda, progressives and conservatives are being pitted against each other.
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A raid on Russian assets would risk everything
Seizing Russia’s funds in Europe to arm Ukraine may be a tempting plan – but it could wreck the West’s…
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The SNP’s agonies are simply democratic politics working
Humza Yousaf and his party have learned a painful lesson: many Scots are still social conservatives.
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Ireland can’t blame its anti-immigrant problem on Rishi Sunak
The sudden arrival of European-style populism in Irish politics is the result of 13 years of government complacency.
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The internet has ruined true stories
In the social media age, autobiographical works invariably end in harassment for the individuals depicted. Can real-life storytelling ever be…
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How radical is Labour’s new rail policy, really?
The party describes it as the “biggest reform of our railways for a generation” while avoiding the word “nationalise” –…
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The rise of the overlong album
Streaming rewards short tracks and long records. Does it make for better music?
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The Tories are facing a moment of great peril
Rishi Sunak may gamble on a summer general election if he fears being removed by Tory MPs.
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