Monthly Archives: January 2012

An interesting debate about changes to disability living allowance on Nolan this morning (listen again at http://bbc.in/yKep2t). The major talking point was the notion that every applicant should be subject to what the coalition government refers to as an independent … Continue reading →

Alasdair McDonnell – have the bright lights affected his judgement? SDLP leader and South Belfast MP Alasdair McDonnell has been stirring up a media frenzy this week with his comments on the prospects of MLAs who fall out of favour … Continue reading →

Hello, and thank you for taking the time to visit. This blog will track one person’s attempts to change how we do politics in Northern Ireland. A lofty ambition, perhaps, but the toughest goals can be achieved if they are … Continue reading →