Author Archives: Dan Abernethy

Keep the fourth plinth for modern art

Posted on 30 May 2008 by Dan Abernethy

The London Mayor has decided not to use the 4th plinth in Trafalgar Square for a permanent statue of Second World War hero Sir Keith Park. The news has not gone down well at Conservativehome.com or on the Evening Standard … Continue reading →

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Homophobia and the HFT Bill

Posted on 16 May 2008 by Dan Abernethy

When Civil Partnerships were introduced many saw the measure as the end of the gay rights debate. Gay couples could get married, the tax system was no longer discriminatory and gay couples could adopt children. Hurrah. Progress has won. The … Continue reading →

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Progressive politicians must vote for 24 weeks

Posted on 9 May 2008 by Dan Abernethy

On Monday MPs will vote on an amendment to the Human Fertilisation and Embryology bill that would lower the legal limit for abortions to 20 weeks. If the amendment were to be passed into law it would be a disaster for some … Continue reading →

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The Chinese are damaging the Olympics

Posted on 11 April 2008 by Dan Abernethy

A majority of Daily Mail readers want to scrap the Olympics after Beijing; I know, but its on their website and everything - HERE. I imagine a majority of Olympians want to scrap the Daily Mail but I doubt the IOC … Continue reading →

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42 days is too long, Jacqui

Posted on 1 April 2008 by Dan Abernethy

Jacqui Smith has just started speaking in favour of extending the detention without trial period to 42 days. If you’re interested she is wearing a smart brown suit that looks a little tight around the chest and using a very … Continue reading →

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