The new prime minister, Sir Keir Starmer, has not been idle. Having already been to all the devolved nations and to the NATO summit, he welcomed almost 50 European heads of government to Oxfordshire. And some of us were there to say proudly that we are still European. This is the theme of the latestContinue reading “The day that Europe came to Blenheim”
Category Archives: Politics
Eight years on – have we learned anything?
It is eight years to the day since that notorious referendum. For half of that time we have had a taste of the real Brexit. It was delivered by politicians who took the result as a mandate to pretend the 48% did not exist, and to act as they chose in the name of theContinue reading “Eight years on – have we learned anything?”
Rwanda ping-pong
The Rwanda Safety Bill is nearing the finish line. It will undermine respect for the law at home and harm Britain’s reputation abroad. And for what? For a scheme which is founded on magical thinking and performative cruelty. Is this really what ‘Brexit freedoms’ look like? This is the theme of the latest blog. BrexitContinue reading “Rwanda ping-pong”
Brexit is a Failed Project: a Brighter Future is Possible
Oxford for Europe hosted its first face-to-face event, after a long gap, on 20th March. We had 3 brilliant speakers. The video is now available
A very muted celebration
February marks 4 years since the UK officially left the EU. It also marks a new era of import controls. Yet a dwindling number of British people now think Brexit was a wise decision. This despite continuing gaslighting from the Government. The latest blog reflects on this continuing tragedy. Read it here Oxford for EuropeContinue reading “A very muted celebration”
2023 – how was it for you?
A reflection on events of the past year and the year ahead. Read it here And if you want to try a 2023 quiz, click here. Happy New Year to all! Keep an eye out for Oxford for Europe events in the New Year.
Metric is here to stay
Hope you had a good Christmas. During the Christmas break ministers have slipped out some news which we think is very encouraging, but they want to doctor the story. So, it seems, does the BBC. Read all about it here. And happy New Year to all! Keep an eye out for Oxford for Europe eventsContinue reading “Metric is here to stay”
Happy Christmas
At Oxford for Europe we want to thank all our members and supporters for what they have done to keep us going. We would like to welcome the new members who have joined us from the Oxford European Association. We wish you a very happy and peaceful Christmas and everything you would wish for yourselvesContinue reading “Happy Christmas”
The Reverse Midas Touch
How long would BJ have lasted in the Big Red Chair?
Illegal by name and illegal by nature
How long would BJ have lasted in the Big Red Chair?