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Govt plans to limit access to democratic information
Does anyone care about the draconian and far-reaching changes proposed to the once glorious Freedom of Information Act? While Shilpa Shetty swanned through the House of Commons yesterday and charmed everyone she met, truth seeking MPs were actively debating their...
Has the snow affected your day?
We were warned it was coming, but the arrival of the white powder stuff still takes us by surprise and causes chaos. I have one son at home delighted that his school is closed, and another feeling cheated that his classes are still on - as well as the parents...
Freedom of Information Act at risk today
A crucial debate is being held in the House of Commons this afternoon on the Freedom of Information Act which may result in charges being made for requests. The Act has, in effect, been a victim of its own success, government has had enough. This...
Today’s two inspirational figures
How can you not admire Kylie for looking so stunning after a painful break-up with her French lover, on top of battling with breast cancer, and having to make a very public appearance. She knew she would be in the full glare of the public spotlight at the launch of an...
My day of BBC filming
I have had a brilliant day in London, which included being filmed by the BBC for a report on political blogging to be broadcast on the Andrew Marr Sunday AM programme this weekend. I was chosen to speak about women bloggers because their producer Libby Jukes had seen...
Westminster drink culture blamed for death of former MP
A husband has blamed the Westminster drink culture for the death of his wife, a former MP. Ten years ago Fiona Jones was one of Blair's Babes, but after losing her seat and becoming embroiled in allegations of election fraud, of which she was eventually cleared, and...
Racial row over "Uncle Sam’s" pizzas
If you think we have racial problems in this country, you will be amazed at this latest example of intolerance shown towards the Hispanics in the US. The Pizza Patron company hit upon the idea of allowing customers to pay with Mexican pesos in its 59 stores due to the...
What a sensational week …..
It's been a sensational week for Iain and Guido whose relentless pursuit of the Smith Institute story played a major role in an inquiry being launched to investigate its charitable status and links with Chancellor Gordon Brown. It's been another disastrous week for...
Top Gear and those insensitive remarks
Both my sons enjoy watching Top Gear, but we missed it last weekend when Richard Hammond returned to the screen following his terrifying crash. So I didn't hear the offensive comment made to him by presenters Jeremy Clarkson who asked him if he was...