#073 - David Starkey - Why Britain is No Longer a Democracy
The Peter McCormack Show
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Evolving Democracy and Judicial Power in Britain
This chapter examines the transformation of Britain's democratic and judicial landscape, focusing on the shift from the House of Lords to the Supreme Court and its impact on law enforcement. It critiques the decline in judicial effectiveness and explores the tensions between property rights, state authority, and the influence of the European Convention on Human Rights. The discussion further highlights the continuity in Conservative leadership and policy from 2010 to 2024, arguing that it undermines democratic accountability and perpetuates an unaccountable elite.
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