Viewpoint: Sarah Palin Revelations

Revelations about Sarah Palin's past have come out via a new book. But to Ian Beaumont, the revelations are not the most interesting part of this story.

Viewpoint: African Campaign Contributions

Allegations have surfaced surround contributions to french political campaigns from Africa. Ian Beaumont wonders what's really going on here.

Viewpoint: George Osborne, A Dominatrix and Andy Coulson

George Osborne is in hot water with regards to a dominatrix, a News of the World editorial, and the hiring of Andy Coulson by David Cameron. Ian Beaumont fills in the blanks.

Viewpoint: Broken Promises

David Cameron promised to fight for district hospitals when he was in opposition. Now he's in government, he doesn't seem to be fighting quite so hard. Ian Beaumont hopes some other important promises do not get broken

Viewpoint: Striking off Bankers?

Labour Leader Ed Miliband has backed a proposal to enable bankers to be struck off like doctors. Ian Beaumont likes this idea, especially as he feels the bankers haven't really paid the price for the damage they've done.

Viewpoint: MPs Expenses Revisited

136 MPs are employing family members. 27 of those were elected after the scandal did so much damage. Ian Beaumont is having deja vu.

Viewpoint: 50% UK Tax Rates

The 50p tax rate is damaging the economy, according to 20 economists. Ian Beaumont isn't so sure.

Viewpoint: Phone Hacking Incongruity

Tom Crone and Colin Myler contradicted James Murdoch's previous testimony regarding an email that revealed the extent of the phone hacking. Ian Beaumont wonders how either Murdoch can survive this scandal.

Viewpoint: The Closure of Wapping

News International has decided to close their plant at Wapping. That move has major symbolism, as Ian Beaumont reveals.

Viewpoint: Scottish Conservatives

The Conservatives in the Scottish Parliament have an idea to make them more electable. Ian Beaumont thinks David Cameron should take notice.

Viewpoint: CIA Rendition Revealed

A little noticed court case in New York state is having major implications in what we know of the CIA rendition program. Ian Beaumont ponders the situation.