The question is not simply how much we spend on defence, but what we understand defence and security to mean, says SIMON BRIGNELL
Independent surge: where next for the left?
Former North of Tyne mayor JAMIE DRISCOLL outlines his vision for a new progressive movement, highlighting the need for infrastructure and skills to turn popular policies into electoral success
ENERGY AND ACTIVISM: Jamie Driscoll (third from right) joins a UCU picket during his mayoral campaign
Given the recent rejection of peace proposals by Israel the world must provide an immediate and resolute response to force accountability on Gaza, argues RAMZY BAROUD
MARK SEDDON tries to cool off in the countryside to avoid the heatwaves but the greed and incompetence of the privatised water industry is now at boiling point
The disputed election of a far-right president, who is also a US citizen, signals further consolidation of Washington’s regional power and represents a threat to the country’s democracy and sovereignty, writes WT WHITNEY JNR
by Her Excellency Ismara Mercedes Vargas Walter, Ambassador of the Republic of Cuba to the United Kingdom
DR STEPHEN WILKINSON assesses the life and legacy of a revolutionary giant
IF Keir Starmer fixes the NHS workforce crisis, I’ll forgive him for taking donations from US private healthcare donors. If he ends destitution, I’ll forgive the lies he told to become Labour leader.
But I’m not holding my breath. Competence and honesty are inextricably linked. If you’re not honest about the results of austerity, you can’t rebuild public services. And if you’re not honest about the difficulties you’ll face, you won’t get anything done.
As someone who has run a branch of government — successfully — I know how important clear principles are. You have to lead a complex organisation, build teams, draw up budgets and plans. Overcome legal and procedural hurdles. Deal with vested interests and parochial concerns.
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