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How To Tell Left Wing From Right Wing In Politics
The talk of politics is full of talk of the left and the right, but what exactly is the difference

How To Explain Political Apathy
We all know that, in Britain these days, all methods of transport are riddled with problems and

How Not To Write Good Journalism
It's official. Britain is currently experiencing a mistake epidemic. They are everywhere. The

How To Contact Your Local MP - Without Knowing Their Name
You can search for contact details for your Westminster MP

How Not To Run Britain
Tony Blair. Not by rail. Spot the connection? Many journalists have done so in recent times, as

How Not To Celebrate A Golden Jubilee
So, it is a royal jubilee year. What does that mean? That we have been ruled over, as subjects, for

How To Have Your Say
It is notoriously hard for any individual to have a real say in what goes on in this country.

How To Erode Society - Focus On Rights
The more I read about rights, the more I believe the observations of Marx were right. Essentially,

How To Win On The General Election
If you want to have some fun predicting the outcome of the 2005 Election, with a chance of winning

How To Vote In The General Election
If you are unsure how to vote in the UK General Election, there is a great new site that will help

How To Get A Massive Pay Rise Each Year
The best way to get a massive pay rise is, of course, to become a MP. The great thing about

How To Speak To Your MP
If you live in the UK then from time to time you might want to speak to your MP to discuss

How To Find Your Constituency
If you want to find your constituency, and are located in the UK, then the good news is that you

Where To Write To Your MP
If you want to write to your MP then you can be sure that mail to them at the house of commons

How To Get Your MP To Resolve An Issue
If there is a local issue that needs to be resolved but is having no press and no action taken,

How To Understand Violence In Society
I think political thuggery has its roots in a concept of rule that can be traced back to the

How To Become Prime Minister When You Are Unelectable
This one is a bit of a long burn. Start off ten years in the past and bide your time ruining

How To Get Involved In Politics In The UK
The best way to get involved in politics in the UK is to join one of the political

How To Oppose A Planning Application
As we all know, planning plays an important role in our society. This process helps to deliver

What Happens When I'm On The Electoral Register?
There are two types of electoral register, or two versions of this very important document. The

When Are The General Election Results Announced?
This depends on how long the count takes, which generally start as soon as the poll closes. All

Can I Vote In The General Election By Post?
There is a system called postal voting in place in the United Kingdom. Anyone who can vote in

When Do I Receive A Postal Ballot Paper?
The postal ballot for those who are voting in the general election by post may come a little later

Can I Vote By Proxy In The General Election?
There is the option for those that are eligible to vote by proxy. There must be a good reason

I Live Abroad Can I Vote In The UK General Election?
If you are a British citizen, then you are able to vote in some circumstances. The main

Should I Vote In The General Election?
If you are eligible to vote, then you should indeed vote in the general election. In some

What Are The Policies Of The Main Political Parties?
Trying to find out the politicies of the main political parties can be difficult. The BBC

What Time Of Day Can I Vote Between?
The polling stations in the majority of places (perhaps all) will be open between 7am and

Who Is Standing For Election In My Constituency?
If you want to know who is standing in your constituency in the UK General Election of 2010, then

What Is A PPC And Who Is My Prospective Parliamentary Candidates
As the title of this article suggests, the term PPC is election or political speak for a

How To Find Out More About The Candidates For Election In My Area?
Most of the PPC's - that is the prospective parliamentery candidates - either have their own

How To Find Out More About The Candidates For Election In My Area?
Most of the PPC's - that is the prospective parliamentery candidates - either have their own

How Can I Talk To Or See The Prospective Candidates In My Constituency?
There will be hustings which are free for everyone to attend that are held in the run-up to the

What Is First Past The Post?
First past the post is the electoral system in the United Kingdom for the 2010 general

Who Counts The General Election Votes?
The UK general election votes are counted by volunteers who may or may not be paid

Am I Registered To Vote In The UK General Election?
Whether you are registered or not in the UK general election comes down to several

How Do You Register To Vote In The General Election?
There is an annual canvass through which a registration form for voting is put through your

What Are The Eligibility Requirements To Be Registered To Vote?
Whilst you cannot actually make a vote until you have reached the age of 18 and therefore

What Are The Constituencies For The 2010 UK General Election?
Here is a list of all the constituencies for the 2010 UK General Election. Note that there are a

Your Current MP: How To Contact Them
There are a wide range of ways of contacting your local MP. You should be able to phone up their