What Would a Brexit Mean for the EU?
The amount of leverage the threat of Brexit has for the UK depends not so much on what the UK contributes to the EU but about how valued that contribution is by the EU.
The Meaning of a British Exit from the European Union
Britain may have a reputation as a reluctant member of the EU, but its absence would be deeply felt. The merits of a referendum on a ‘Brexit’ need to be questioned.
Can the EU Afford to Lose the UK?
With a ‘Brexit’ on the agenda, and the EU’s vision questioned, it should be kept in mind that integration is chiefly about managing divergence and difference.
How to Create British Values
There is nothing wrong with endorsing freedom, tolerance and respect for the law as values. But claiming that they emerge from a particular national identity is divisive.
Getting Away With It: How Governments Sew Up Foreign Policies in Advance
All foreign policies are stitched together in order to appease the greatest number of potential stakeholders while limiting the number of potential opponents.
Review – Buraimi: The Struggle for Power, Influence and Oil in Arabia
Morton provides insight into the disputes of the South Eastern Arabian Peninsula, yet fails to provide an adequate understanding of US policy in the region.
Tensions Between Britain and Spain over Gibraltar
In the modern era, sovereignty disputes such as those over Gibraltar have become commonplace, and have proved an area ripe for academic deconstruction.
Rumsfeldian Logic and the Debate on Scottish Independence
Whether Scotland votes yes or no in 2014, future years seem to only offer the certainty of doubt. However, we know to a certain degree where such ambiguities & uncertainties are likely to emerge.
Voting ‘No’ on Syria: What Now for the Role of the UK Parliament in Approving Military Action?
UK’s Parliament has voted against taking military action in Syria – but what are the political, military and humanitarian ramifications of this decision and will it form a precedent?
Obstacles to the Oversight of the UK Intelligence Community
Effective oversight of state intelligence activities matters: agencies exist to protect public safety and security, but can infringe on privacy and, if unchecked, their actions may be damaging.
