It’s disgraceful that somewhere between 15 and 20 per cent of our young people may be “functionally illiterate” when they leave school.
Future deals will be important but they should be viewed as a means to an end rather than an end in of themselves
The decision not to continue participation in the EU’s Erasmus+ scheme has caused outrage. But it’s time for Global Britain to branch out.
Now more than ever, a coherent, holistic strategy is required that will unite and enhance our capabilities to advance Britain’s position in the world.
The crux of the trade negotiations is to what degree we’re prepared to do this – in return for a high-quality agreement on trade in services, data and investment.
The Coronavirus coverup, assaults on democracy and the appalling genocide of the Uyghur Muslims mean that the world must distance itself from the CCP.
This renaissance could place the UK at the vanguard of the most industries and technologies over the coming decades.
Trade negotiations and agreements are inherently political.
He may have been one of the greatest figures to shape the 20th century, but a simplistic deification risks losing the complexity of the man.
There are special gains in luxury cars, migration and services – as Australia looks away from the Pacific and we stride in into the wider world.
From looking at a selection of other destinations, it’s clear that England is one of the last to enforce coverings in shops.
The coverage of death rates in this country has been lacking in nuance – leading people to have skewed perceptions of the UK’s performance.
There’s huge scope to enhance the City, and the British economy – especially if we learn the right lessons from Thatcher-era reforms.