Political Hangover UK

Scotland just said no to assisted dying. But this isn’t the end of the argument. If anything… it’s the start of a much bigger one. What Actually Happened This Week On March 17, MSPs at Holyrood voted  69 to 57 against  legalising assisted dying.  [ via Reuters ] The proposed law — introduced by Liberal Democrat MSP Liam McArthur — would have allowed  terminally ill adults with around six months to live  to request medical assistance to end their lives.  [ via The Times ] It included safeguards: Mental capacity required Two independent doctors Formal declarations Residency requirements  [ wikipedia ] This wasn’t a rushed idea. It had been debated for years. Amended over 100 times. And still… it failed. The Case FOR Assisted Dying Supporters weren’t arguing for something radical. They were arguing for something simple: Choice. Dignity. Control. Many MSPs and campaigners pointed to people suffering through painful, terminal conditions — with no legal way ...

Everyone keeps saying the country is moving right. But what if it’s not ideology… just exhaustion? Scroll through the headlines and you’ll see the same story on repeat: Reform rising. Main parties wobbling. Young voters “shifting right.” Simple narrative. Clean takeaway. But it’s probably wrong. This Doesn’t Look Like a Shift. It Looks Like a Crack. Let’s start with the obvious. Support for insurgent parties like  Reform UK  is no longer fringe — in some projections, they’re not just competitive, they’re dominant. One major model even suggested a potential Reform majority if an election were held now. [ via More in Common ]  Polling has them hovering anywhere between the low 20s and 30% depending on methodology. [ via The Times ] That’s not a protest vote anymore. That’s a warning shot. But here’s the part that gets missed: This surge isn’t built on deep ideological loyalty. It’s built on  disillusionment with everything else . Young Voters Aren’t “Turning Right...

  Britain’s youth care about democracy — but many aren’t showing it where it counts. Studies show that while a  majority of young people believe politics affects their everyday lives and want to learn more about it , this interest doesn’t always translate into involvement in the political process.  Low Voter Turnout One of the clearest signs of disengagement is turnout: 📊 In the  2024 UK general election , only  around 37% of 18‑24‑year‑olds voted  — significantly lower than older age groups, where turnout was much higher (e.g., around 73% for those aged 65 and over).  This “youth turnout gap” isn’t new. Historical data also show that turnout among young people has declined over decades.  Engagement vs. Confidence Young people in the UK say they want to be involved —  roughly two‑thirds feel engaged with politics in some way  — but that doesn’t always mean they vote or interact with formal institutions. Many are more active in  onl...

 Wake up. Rub your temples. The headlines are screaming, the news cycle hasn’t slept, and you’re left wondering how we got here. Welcome to  Political Hangover  — your morning-after briefing on the chaos, the spin, and the decisions that make you reach for another cup of coffee (or something stronger). I lean right, yes — but this isn’t a propaganda page. I give my thoughts on  everything : from election results to policy disasters, from the latest Westminster theatrics to the scandals no one wants to talk about. If it’s messy, confusing, or absurd, it’s fair game here. Expect  analysis that cuts through the noise , a touch of dark humour, and the occasional sly jab at the political circus we’re all trapped in. I’m not here to tell you who to vote for — I’m here to explain what happened, why it matters, and what it probably means for tomorrow. Subtle Easter eggs? You’ll find them — in headlines, in commentary, maybe even in the steam rising off your morning coff...