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January 2007: From the Archives

Deterrence: no guarantee but essential

Colin S Gray, Professor of International Politics and Strategic Studies at the University of Reading, on why Britain must keep itself prepared for the unknown.

Author: Colin S. Gray

Published: 8th January 2007

Filed Under: Defence, Nuclear, Armed Forces, Deterrence

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At your peril: deterrence is still key

Jeremy Stocker celebrates the government's decision to continue investing in the Trident system, arguing that an independent deterrent is still a vital part of the UK's security and defence.

Author: Jeremy Stocker

Published: 8th January 2007

Filed Under: Policy, Defence, Nuclear, Trident

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A grand illusion we just cannot afford

Michael MccGwire expresses exasperation at the government's decision to continue with Trident, arguing that the idea of an independent nuclear deterrent is an expensive and dangerous security blanket, a Cold War illusion.

Author: Michael MccGwire

Published: 8th January 2007

Filed Under: Policy, Defence, Nuclear, Trident

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The women who still walk the streets of Victorian Britain

With prostitution once again in the limelight, Julia Laite argues that its time to look afresh at solicitation law and at a support system for prostitutes and those tempted to enter the oldest profession.

Author: Julia Laite

Published: 8th January 2007

Filed Under: Legislation, Prostitution, Social Policy

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A mean and complex pensions system our grandchildren will not thank us for

Anthony Neuberger thinks the government's proposals for UK pensions will lead to a mean and complex system.

Author: Anthony Neuberger

Published: 8th January 2007

Filed Under: Pensions, Legislation

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Frankly Minister, mental health deserves better

Andy Bell of the Mental Health Alliance takes a look at the government proposals for the new Mental Health Act and finds it a recipe for social injustice.

Author: Andy Bell

Published: 8th January 2007

Filed Under: Health, Legislation, Mental Health