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Best of Bylines Network21 January 2022
Byline Times provides a guide to the top stories this week on its sister network of regional sites promoting local writers and citizen journalism
Former Police Chief says Partygate Worse than Cummings’ Barnard Castle Trip
Former Durham police chief Mike Barton has spoken candidly about the current Westminster row – so-called ‘Partygate’.
Yvonne Wancke for North East Bylines
Is Net Zero the New Brexit?
As Conservative polling slides, the party’s factions fall to quarrelling. Net zero could be the cause that rescues them.
Stephen McNair for East Anglia Bylines
Of Potholes, Patronage and the Press: The Truth behind a Blown-up Scandal
“Taxpayers’ money used to repair Lord’s driveway”, screamed the headlines. But the real scandal is how the media and politicians got it so wrong.
Ginny Smith for Sussex Bylines
Partygate: One More Nail in the Unionist Coffin?
Being governed by Boris Johnson is a matter of shame for Scotland, not pride. ‘Partygate’ will not do much to keep the Union intact.
Dr Stella Perrott for Yorkshire Bylines
Letter from a Confused Citizen
Examining the Nationality and Borders Bill and its possible meaning for British Jews and others with a potential claim on another citizenship.
Carol Hedges for Central Bylines
Electric Vehicles: The Battery Revolution
Electric Vehicle battery prices have fallen dramatically and will continue to fall as engineers and scientists focus on design improvements and innovation. But issues are raised around mining, re-use and recycling.
Mark Haller for West England Bylines
