Capability Britain: For a Country that Works (Paperback)

This book addresses profound issues of democracy and of Britain's national independence and unity. It looks at the long rise of democracy in Britain, the American struggles for independence and against secession and slavery, then at the 20th century's revolutions and counter-revolutions. It urges us to revitalise our industries and develop our energy supplies, to invigorate our public services, to support our industries, farms and fishermen. Other chapters examine the treasured contributions of Scotland and Wales to our union, and stress the importance of the Scottish people's emphatic vote, in the 2014 referendum, to stay in Britain. It also examines the 2016 EU referendum and shows that Leave voters voted for the principle that decisions about Britain should be taken here. The final chapters look ahead to what we can achieve now that we have left the EU: we can make our own decisions and plan for an independent future. We the people have to rebuild Britain; we the people have to assert control.