Reader Letters
30 April 2021
We’re at a turning point.. sleaze is now sinking in
There's reason for opponents of this Tory government to feel optimistic about Boris Johnson's changing fortunes
Read the full article23 April 2021
Brexit means UK is increasing its carbon footprint
The UK is no longer a glowing example of tackling climate change - our carbon footprint is growing following Brexit
Read the full article22 April 2021
Keir Starmer’s day will come
Keir Starmer's time will come - but he must start to take risks.
Read the full article16 April 2021
Pure PR isn’t a realistic choice for Britain – but there are other options
AMS or STV could bring electoral reform to Britain - and still bring us a step closer to full PR.
Read the full article15 April 2021
Boris Johnson avoids criticism over scruffy Prince Philip tribute
Where was the outrage over Boris Johnson's appearance when he paid tribute to Prince Philip?
Read the full article09 April 2021
PR would mean no vote is wasted in elections
PR is easily understood and used by many voters in Europe
Read the full article09 April 2021
In defence of the EU’s position on vaccines
Britain - with one of the highest death rates in the world - is not the country that should be pointing accusatory fingers.
Read the full article09 April 2021
Things are only to get worse trying to hold politicians to account
Why have our attitudes to standards slipped?
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01 April 2021
EU letting Boris Johnson off the hook over coronavirus and Brexit
21 March 2021
Dominance of English language globally is a blessing and a curse
The notion of ‘Global Britain’ goes hand in hand with good, proficient multi-linguistic skills.
Read the full article20 March 2021
Scotland can make it work like Ireland, Sweden and Denmark
Readers have their say on Douglas Alexander's recent column in The New European
Read the full article19 March 2021
Brexit spin on vaccine taskforce makes me sick
The UK could have saved the European Union from vaccine disaster.
Read the full article12 March 2021
Environment is an area where European co-operation must continue after Brexit
Fishing has overshadowed discussion of wider issues affecting the environment since Brexit
Read the full article07 March 2021
History repeats itself with illusions of ‘freedom’
Brexit wasn't the first time leaders tried to stoke up tensions in the name of 'freedom'
Read the full article06 March 2021
Windrush 2 is looming as Brexit reality bites
An immigration crisis is facing Britain now that Brexit reality is hitting
Read the full article05 March 2021
Be prepared for a 2023 general election
A surprise general election could suit the Tories - and Boris Johnson will have the power to do it.
Read the full article05 March 2021
Brexit damage already exceeds cost of EU membership
Readers have their say on the damage Brexit is causing Britain.
Read the full article26 February 2021
Pro-Europeans still want the UK to succeed
Pro-Europeans thought it was wrong to leave the EU - but they still want to see the UK succeed.
Read the full article25 February 2021
Labour must now take lead on voting reform
It is beneficial for Labour to take up the fight for proportional representation.
Read the full article18 February 2021
Labour missed chance for electoral reform under Tony Blair
How can we get PR 'done' to reform our electoral system and British politics?
Read the full article18 February 2021
It’s time for our government to treat EU leaders like humans
Europe's leaders are human beings - they are just as fallible as anybody else.
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11 February 2021
It’s time for Boris Johnson to show the promised Brexit benefits
05 February 2021
Vaccines crisis shows the need for countries to work together
05 February 2021
Nicola Sturgeon should welcome every visit from Boris Johnson to Scotland
04 February 2021
Boris Johnson should follow Mark Rutte’s example in taking responsibility for pandemic
