Steve Hoyles

Whilst the Tory party licks their wounds from a devastating defeat, there’ll be many questions about where to go next. The answer is staring them right in the face.  Time to Look at Results When assessing the election results, you must consider two different numbers: the seats won and the popular vote. Seats Matter More … Read more

Following the resounding vote to remove the Tories from power, there’ll be the inevitable post-mortem. They won’t have to look far to find the culprit, though. Torn Apart From Inside The issues the Tory party had are historic. They’ve always had a right and far right that don’t always agree. The difference in this case … Read more

Despite the big talk from Reform UK in the run-up to the election, the British public gave Nigel Farage a considerable message – we don’t like his politics or party.  Reform UK Humbled Farage was making claims about taking over the Tory party and becoming their leader ahead of the election.  Predictions of Opposition As … Read more

It’s time to get to work once the dust settles on the election. Although Labour has swept to power, there are a lot of cynics they need to win over. This is a look at what he’ll need to do.  Start Fast People have voted for change, and they’ll want to see it. As Blair’s … Read more

Recent Russian territorial gains in Ukraine could be reversed following a dramatic policy change from the US and Germany. The announcement could see a substantial tactical shift from both sides in the coming months. War Nearly a Decade Old There has been a version of this warm running since 2014 when Russian-backed militias took control … Read more

For a decade, politics has been dominated by personality, not policy. The ‘celebrity politician’ has influenced the political landscape in this country, but Keir Starmer plans to end that. Personality Politics Put on Notice Despite seven attempts, Nigel Farage has never won a parliamentary election in the UK. Despite this, his opinions, campaigning, and profile … Read more

Every government eventually runs its course. Some leave power with the country in a better position than they found it. Others leave a huge mess for the next one to clear up. Let’s look at the disaster this government will be leaving behind.  Poverty Levels A legacy of austerity and lack of public spending growth … Read more

A report by the Food Foundation has shown that the quality of food we’re feeding our children dramatically impacts their health, growth and intelligence.  Kids are Shorter, Fatter and Sicker The report highlights that thanks to poor diets, food poverty and food insecurity, many children are suffering severe yet avoidable health consequences.  Obesity-Related Diseases Increasing … Read more