We're having the wrong arguments

Article Abstract:

UK prime minister John Major is clearly very keen to state publicly that he is opposed to UK membership of a single European currency, but he cannot do so because this may prompt chancellor Kenneth Clarke to resign, which would bring down the government. Making a clear statement would probably serve to boost the Conservative party's fortunes, while lack of clarity is having the opposite effect. Clarke has had to sense to realise that the European debate is no longer mainly about the single currency, but more broadly about the very future of the UK in the European Union. He is fighting to keep the UK's options open and recognises the danger of an openly anti-European stance.

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Tony and Gordon cast their magic spell over the Emu debate

Article Abstract:

The United Kingdom government has set out its policy toward European monetary union (Emu). The issue will be decided after an election and a referendum. The delay until after an election allows companies to prepare for monetary union. This preparation will involve an investment and will itself exert pressure. Opinion polls are more likely to show a majority in favor of Emu by the time the election occurs. The government has successfully defused the issue despite criticisms of timidity.

Western Europe, Monetary unions

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Let's leave race out of immigration policy

Article Abstract:

The UK government is keen to take advantage of the opportunities offered by the global economy, and tries to promote the country as having a key role to play in developments in Asia. However, at the same time it is still trying to prevent foreigners settling in the country. This shows a considerable lack of vision and very confused priorities. It is now time to introduce an honest immigration policy, looking positively on the skills which immigrants could offer.

Emigration and immigration law, Immigration law

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