Presidential elections are among the most closely watched events in the world. In democratic countries, the election of a president is a significant event that can determine the direction of national policies, international relations, and economic decisions.
Unsatisfaction with current politicians is high, ready to explode with any extremist spark. This level of NABO (N-ules, A-bstentions, B-lancs, O-ther, less than 0.5%) is a wake-up call: urgent structural changes are needed, starting with the electoral system.
When I was a child, I learned that in democracy you talk or write to candidates to let them know what is key for your family or group, and find out their opinions on other key issues. Also, that each one will visit the groups who supported him, to exchange ideas about vital coming issues.
The new Portuguese government has politicians known for their good intentions, but may be not all with the needed experience to get results in the very short run. Portugal will face next year a deeper crisis than the EU.
Nobel Algarve British International School students selected for national youth parliament programme
Seven Nobel Algarve British International School students are heading to Lisbon to represent the region in the national Youth Parliament programme. The selection was made after the school was voted among the top-three out of 15 participating schools in the Algarve, at both middle-school and secondary level.
November 2022. In spite of local difficulties the United Kingdom remains attractive to some and the flow of cross-channel trafficked migrants continues delayed only by inclement weather.
Another month, another Prime Minister. Or two. The chickens hatched in the `mini-budget` come home to roost. Chancellor Kwasi: “I’m not going anywhere” Kwarteng goes out through the door marked `Exit` after just 38 days in office in Number Eleven Downing Street, and former Health and Foreign Secretary walks right in.
IN MEMORIAM of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, 21st April 1926 – 8th September 2022. “May she rest in peace and rise in glory”.
- Gale`s Westminster View - August 2022
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- Gale's Westminster View - The Russian invasion of Ukraine
- Gale`s Westminster View - January 2022