Monthly Archives: August 2026

Labour’s 2024 manifesto: Less Than Zero

Posted on August 22, 2026 by wonkypolicywonk

(With apologies to Elvis Costello) So, trade unions are reportedly worried that the Government’s plan for zero-hours contracts will break the Labour Party’s July 2024 manifesto pledge. Which it will. Because, as I’ve said repeatedly on this blog and elsewhere, … Continue reading →

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Good Law Project: Crime of the Century?

Posted on August 5, 2026 by wonkypolicywonk

(With apologies to Supertramp) This morning, the Good Law Project launched their 💥 100th 💥 lawfare-related crowdfunder since wealthy tax lawyer turned turd polisher Jolyon Maugham KC founded the GLP in March 2017. So today seems the right moment for … Continue reading →

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Road to Nowhere: traffic update (3)

Posted on August 4, 2026 by wonkypolicywonk

With the revised Equality & Human Rights Commission (EHRC) Code of Practice for Services, Public Functions and Associations finally coming into force tomorrow, it’s time for another traffic update from the Road to Nowhere. As noted in previous traffic updates, following the Supreme … Continue reading →

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