Discipline and the limits of authority
Andrew Carter discusses smacking, abuse, power and liberty in modern society
In October of last year, it became a criminal offence in Scotland for a parent to smack their naughty child. The Welsh Assembly has recently voted for a similar ban and legislation will come into effect in Wales in 2022. In England, the law still allows a parent to smack their child providing they don’t use an implement or leave a mark.
Parliament in chaos. Surprised?
Andrew Carter considers the ethical direction of politics in the UK
Almost three years after the UK voted in a referendum to leave the European Union, the nation seems further away from actual departure than ever. Plenty will depend on who becomes the next Prime Minister. Ten Conservative MPs have put themselves forward to replace Theresa May. One wonders why so many want the job. If ever there was a poisoned chalice – guaranteed to age you and make you highly unpopular – this is it!