Dalrymple Defends Big Society Philosophy
“Big Society” may be rather an unfortunate choice of words but it’s a sensible idea, writes Theodore Dalrymple.
Western Europe
G20 Divided on Monetary, Trade Policy
As the finance ministers of the G20 meet in Paris this weekend, discord remains among the world’s largest economies.
Americans Gives Russia British Trident Numbers
Does the disclosure of information about Britain’s nuclear deterrent to Russia matter?
David Cameron Lambastes “State Multiculturalism”
In order to combat Muslim extremism, Europe needs a “more active, muscular liberalism.”
Europe Doesn’t Want Germany’s Rules
Many eurozone countries balked at proposals to enact economic reform along German lines for the whole of the currency union.
Government Workers of the World Unite!
While union density in the private sector is declining, government workers are increasingly unionized across the developed world.
The Far Right’s Revival in France
France’s far right is prospering in the polls. It may well doom Nicolas Sarkozy’s chances for reelection.
Did Government End Child Labor?
Capitalism, not legislative intervention, ended child labor in England.
Cameron: Britain Cannot Delay Health Reform
The prime minister says Britain cannot afford to put off public sector reform.
Europe Split on Expanding Bailout Fund
Germany resists plans to expand the European Union’s bailout fund.
Britain Deregulating to Stimulate Job Growth
The Liberal-Conservative government’s announced labor market reforms are a step in the right direction and will likely boost employment.
British, German Liberals Losing Appeal
In coalition with conservatives, Britain’s and Germany’s liberal parties are trailing in the polls.
In Belgium, Still No Government in Sight
Six months after federal elections, Dutch and French speaking parties are still far apart.
France, Germany Pledge to Defend Euro
Angela Merkel and Nicolas Sarkozy affirm their “total” commitment to the single currency.
British Educational Standards Declining
If Britain’s government is to reverse a trend of stagnating student performance, Nick Ottens proposes that it consider privatizing schools.