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The root of the anger: Why post-industrial towns blame the wrong scapegoat Decades of economic neglect have fuelled anger in many post-industrial towns, but often towards the wrong target By John Heywood
The root of the anger: Why post-industrial towns blame the wrong scapegoatDecades of economic neglect have fuelled anger in many post-industrial towns, but often towards the wrong targetyorkshirebylines.co.ukHas Labour abandoned the voters who wanted real reform? This opinion piece by Paul Rowlston argues the party has shifted decisively to the right while assuming progressives have nowhere else to go. How do you see it? 👇
Just because you keep saying it, doesn’t make it trueWhen Shakespeare’s Mark Anthony called Brutus an honourable man, it was ironic: but with Starmer, is the media simply being too uncritical?yorkshirebylines.co.uk
The Medieval warm period saw elevated temperatures in many parts of the world between the 10th and 13th centuries | Alex Brown
Drought, water shortages and crop failures: how does the medieval warm period compare with today?The Medieval warm period saw elevated temperatures in many parts of the world between the 10th and 13th centuriesnortheastbylines.co.ukCongrats to our colleagues at EAB on their 5th anniversary. In the 2nd of this two-parter, their editorial team reflect on how the last 5 years has shaped their publication - and certainly, ours too. Their Editor's summary on Brexit at the end, though, speaks for all of us at the Bylines Network.
East Anglia BylinesEast Anglia Bylines was born from one of the most turbulent periods in modern British politics. Five years later, our editorial team reflects on what we've learned – and why the biggest story was never just Brexit.
I will just say: there are good reasons why many marginalised authors are self-publishing. For instance, at the moment trad pub is anecdotally pulling away from picking up as many LGBTQ+ books (including romance), because of the rise of repressive attitudes in the US/UK, including book bans.
Yorkshire BylinesMeeting the publishers – self-publishing vs a publishing house Conversations with Kevin Duffy from Bluemoose Books and Jonathan Eyers from Bloomsbury Publishing at Bradford Literary Festival | Dr Sally M Brown
How influential was Labour Together in shaping today's Labour Party? This opinion piece by Paul Rowlston looks at the think tank's role in Starmer's rise, the controversies surrounding it, and what that means for Labour's direction. 👇
Just because you keep saying it, doesn’t make it trueWhen Shakespeare’s Mark Anthony called Brutus an honourable man, it was ironic: but with Starmer, is the media simply being too uncritical?yorkshirebylines.co.uk
This week the puckish Pecksniff: weighs Burnham's first decisions against Westminster's predictable scepticism. asks whether political hope can outmanoeuvre political grievance. catches another curious tale from the saloon bar.
Pecksniff: Burnham wants to tell his own story in his own wayIn which Mr Pecksniff lays before his readers for their approval certain observations and speculations reflecting on the political lifeeastangliabylines.co.ukwestenglandbylines.co.uk/politics/equ...
Policing and racism: where should Labour stand on far-right allegations of two-tier policing?As Lord Blunkett calls for police to avoid fairness debates, critics warn that Labour is conceding ground to far-right narrativeswestenglandbylines.co.ukHow influential was Labour Together in shaping today's Labour Party? This opinion piece by Paul Rowlston looks at the think tank's role in Starmer's rise, the controversies surrounding it, and what that means for Labour's direction. 👇
Just because you keep saying it, doesn’t make it trueWhen Shakespeare’s Mark Anthony called Brutus an honourable man, it was ironic: but with Starmer, is the media simply being too uncritical?yorkshirebylines.co.ukNet migration has fallen from 944,000 to 171,000. Yet that headline conceals major movements in both directions – including substantial emigration by British and EU+ nationals. So, asks Jonathan Portes, what exactly is the problem people want politicians to solve?
Reducing net migration was never the real issueOur immigration statistics have served to legimise racism. Reduced net migration was not what people wantedeastangliabylines.co.ukThis week the cheerfully cynical Pecksniff: follows Burnham's first steps into Downing Street. asks who is really setting Labour's direction. concludes that satire is having difficulty keeping up with reality.
Pecksniff: Burnham wants to tell his own story in his own wayIn which Mr Pecksniff lays before his readers for their approval certain observations and speculations reflecting on the political lifeeastangliabylines.co.ukCoastal towns power tourism, fishing, and heritage – yet they’re often overlooked. Lower wages, fragile economies, and climate threats are hitting hardest at the edges. A local MP, Steff Aquarone, advocates for change.
Britain is an island. We need a coastal ministerBritain is an island, yet coastal communities are too often overlooked. A dedicated coastal minister would give them a voice in Governmenteastangliabylines.co.ukJust because you keep saying it, doesn’t make it true When Shakespeare’s Mark Anthony called Brutus an honourable man, it was ironic: but with Starmer, is the media simply being too uncritical? By Paul Rowlston
Just because you keep saying it, doesn’t make it trueWhen Shakespeare’s Mark Anthony called Brutus an honourable man, it was ironic: but with Starmer, is the media simply being too uncritical?yorkshirebylines.co.ukGetting published isn't just about writing a great book. Editors, marketing, distribution, royalties, creative control – every publishing route involves trade-offs. Dr Sally Brown explains what authors need to know.
Yorkshire Bylines | Powerful Citizen JournalismNurturing democracy through not-for-profit citizen journalismyorkshirebylines.co.ukThinking about writing a book? Whether you're halfway through a novel or polishing a memoir, this practical guide to self-publishing and traditional publishing by Dr Sally Brown could help you decide which path is right for you.
Yorkshire Bylines | Powerful Citizen JournalismNurturing democracy through not-for-profit citizen journalismyorkshirebylines.co.uk
