Author Archives: Dissenter

Ten years ago today (16th April 2014) the first two posts appeared on Dissenter’s Blog. Who would have expected it to lasted so long? The anonymous originators of the Blog have long moved on to, one trusts, better things, along … Continue reading →

If you ever wanted to see a synthesis of the ideas expressed in the fiction of Kafka and Orwell, you need look no further than the Post Office and this government. Kafka’s protagonists, accused of non-existent crimes by a brutal … Continue reading →

As the year moves towards its close I can’t shake off the feeling that we are looking at the end of times. We know that climate change is hard upon us and we know the adjustments needed to our way … Continue reading →

The RMT, trade union for train company staff, including drivers, has been in the news lately. Its leader Mick Lynch has gained a reputation for competence and skilful handling of the media, much like his predecessor but one, the late … Continue reading →

Splish splash I was takin’ a bath When I shoulda been runnin’ the show, yeah A rub a dub, feet wet in the flood Hoping everything was all right Well I opened the door, the water poured out Eadweard wasn’t … Continue reading →