Brexit: Lessons from the referendum

Britain’s vote to leave the EU offers a lesson to all democratic leaders who consider calling a referendum: Think again! It sounds appealingly simple. Here’s a really important issue for the future of the nation. Let the people have their say! That will settle...

Britain: In or out of Europe?

By Alexander Nicoll Britain has been a member of the European Union for 43 years. But the commitment of its people has never been whole-hearted. In a few months time, voters will decide whether to stay in or leave. A decision to quit the 28-member EU —...

Author: Alexander Nicoll