The European Union may not be the only factor that has brought peace to Europe, but it is certainly a major one. A set of international institutions founded on the […]
The difference that federalism makes to Europe Read More »
By Richard Laming An enquiry comes in: why should political parties nominate candidates for president of the European Commission in the elections next summer Here are three reasons: 1. Honesty
Why parties should nominate candidates for president of the Commission Read More »
By Brendan Donnelly The past two years have seen a definite softening in the traditionally sceptical view of the euro taken by British commentators and politicians. With every year that
British views of the euro Read More »
One of the things that has been hard to explain in the debate about the European constitution is the nature of the change that it represents. On the one hand,
Covenant or contract Read More »
Daily Telegraph environment correspondent Charles Clover reported last week on the failure of a bid by environmental pressure group WWF to overturn EU fishing policy in the courts. The complaint
The EU’s roots are showing Read More »
Daily Mail columnist Quentin Letts has published a list of the “50 people who buggered up Britain”, complaining about various aspects of modern life and the way things have changed.
Britain: where did it all go wrong? Read More »
There has been some debate in the media this week about the significance of statements by leading Liberal Democrats about their policy on joining the euro. Does this mean they
The timing of the euro Read More »
By Richard Laming In the discussion about the future government of Europe, I want to offer a few remarks not on what the EU should do, but on what it
Which government for Europe? Some reflections on the idea of limited government Read More »
The recent war in Georgia has shocked and frightened all of Europe. Thankfully, it is coming to a halt, but whether that halt will prove temporary or permanent is beyond
Should Georgia join Nato? Read More »
The phenomenon of the tragedy of the commons is well-known: a resource common to all is over-exploited to the disbenefit of all because there is no means of restraining individuals
The case against unanimity Read More »
