John Major’s political reform proposals

In a recent lecture to the Ditchley Foundation, former UK prime minister John Major calls for political reforms, especially the use of more experts in government and the role of politicians as a mediator between experts and the public. The details of his proposals are a bit unclear, but are discussed in a blog by…

Can Fianna Fáil Change to Survive?

Post by David Farrell (July 12, 2011) It is not just political systems that need to be reformed from time to time, parties also need to go through a process of renewal if they’re to survive the trials and tribulations of electoral politics.  As reported in today’s Irish Times, Fianna Fáil’s parliamentary party met yesterday…