England is set to introduce new “restriction zones” — tightly controlled areas where serious violent and sexual offenders can be confined after release — and yes, it’s being described as a world‑first measure. This policy is from the Ministry of Justice, not something Andy Burnham personally invented — though it’s being announced during his premiershipContinue reading “Restriction Zones: England’s New Naughty Corner”
Author Archives: Angela Lloyd
Atherton Yelled ‘Invasion!’ Over Paperwork
Westminster erupted into full‑blown panto chaos as Sarah Atherton waved a routine Home Office contract like a cursed prophecy, shouted “invasion!”, and left MPs screeching louder than seagulls outside a Brighton chippy — all while insisting the government’s big secret is basically just… paperwork. The debate — sparked by two public petitions on immigration —Continue reading “Atherton Yelled ‘Invasion!’ Over Paperwork”
I Choose Life!
I don’t agree with wars, full stop. No hedging, no “but what if,” no caveats. Just a human truth stated plainly. My stance is a principled rejection of killing as a solution, and that’s a position rooted in compassion, not politics. I’m not here to argue anyone out of that stance. It’s a humane one.Continue reading “I Choose Life!”
When Politics Punches Down, History Punches Back
When a political movement starts turning the public against the sick, the disabled, the elderly, that’s not “normal politics”. That’s a historic warning sign. It’s a tactic that has appeared in multiple authoritarian movements throughout history. But I’m not “falling for it”. I’m calling it out. This is the first move in almost every authoritarianContinue reading “When Politics Punches Down, History Punches Back”
No Nudging, No Signalling — Burnham Stays Neutral
Burnham says he will not vote on the Government’s new assisted‑dying proposal — deliberately sitting it out so he doesn’t sway Labour MPs — and he’s warning ministers that the Government must stay strictly neutral on the issue. Burnham is formally recusing himself from the assisted‑dying vote to avoid influencing MPs, making clear it’s aContinue reading “No Nudging, No Signalling — Burnham Stays Neutral”
Miriam Margolyes: Controversy Magnet
People have said Miriam Margolyes is antisemitic because of a specific set of comments she’s made over the years — mainly involving Nazi comparisons, generalising statements about Jews, and remarks about Israel that some Jewish organisations say cross well‑established red lines. One can’t choose one human over another; every life carries equal worth. Every lifeContinue reading “Miriam Margolyes: Controversy Magnet”
Wales Just Went Full “Tell The Truth… Or Take The Walk”
Wales is genuinely on track to become the first country in the world where politicians can lose their jobs, or even face criminal consequences, for knowingly lying during election campaigns. This isn’t a rumour or a symbolic gesture: the Senedd passed the Member Accountability and Elections Bill in March 2026, which includes a legal dutyContinue reading “Wales Just Went Full “Tell The Truth… Or Take The Walk””
Dignity Is Defiance
Living with a disability means waking up every day inside limits you never chose — and then watching strangers debate whether those limits are “valid enough” to deserve help. Your life becomes public property. Your needs become public opinion. Your independence becomes a budget line. And the cruelty is that none of these debates happensContinue reading “Dignity Is Defiance”
Buy One, Get One Free
Donations cap U‑turn: Burnham swerved so hard on the donations cap he nearly needed hazard lights. One minute he’s saying “Yes, cap it!”, the next minute he’s doing the political equivalent of “Actually… I’ve changed my mind, babes.” And then — cherry on top — he announces a plan for 10,000 young people to workContinue reading “Buy One, Get One Free”
Was Jeremy Corbyn Harshly Treated By The Media?
Imagine Jeremy Corbyn walking into the newsroom like: “Morning everyone!” And the entire press pack responds: “Ah! The threat to sandwiches, flags, and everything we hold dear has arrived!” Half the papers treated him like he’d personally tried to nationalise their kettle. One headline basically went: “CORBYN BREATHES — COUNTRY IN CHAOS.” Another seemed toContinue reading “Was Jeremy Corbyn Harshly Treated By The Media?”
