The UK government knows it’s on borrowed time – that’s why it’s tearing up our freedoms
Posted: 18th January 2023
In relationships, controlling and coercive behaviour is now a criminal offence. In British politics, it is glorified
‘If Rishi Sunak’s new proposal is passed, protests can be stopped before they begin on the grounds that they might be ‘disruptive’.’ Photograph: Janine Wiedel Photolibrary/Alamy
Wed 18 Jan 2023 08.26 GMT
Don’t let them talk to you about freedom. This government is stripping out fundamental liberties with the speed and determination you would expect in the aftermath of a military coup. Knowing that their days in office are numbered, the Conservatives seem to be snuffing out democracy as quickly as they can.