Articles by Clare George-Hilley

Clare George-Hilley is Director at the Colloquium think tank. Clare George-Hilley is a Contributing Editor to The Commentator. Follow Clare George-Hilley on Twitter: @ClareHilley

It’s time to stop burying Conservative principles

By burying the principles of Conservatism over the past decade, our party has allowed itself to be tarnished by the opposition as selfish, greedy, and mean. We need to proudly make a positive case for Conservatism and win the battle of ideas, otherwise we will lose power completely
by Clare George-Hilley - 23 July 2017
Bailing out BHS will only prolong the pain

The collapse of yet another major British high street retail chain is tragic news for its employers, the economy and shoppers - but artificially extending its lifecycle through taxpayer bungs will only prolong the inevitable.
by Clare George-Hilley - 25 April 2016
International Women's Day: We can Brexit

Today’s celebrations are about the achievements of women all over the world. In many cases, these liberties and successes have been hard fought against incredible odds. Our next big challenge is to get Britain building a brighter, global future. With one voice it’s time to say “We can Brexit!”
by Clare George-Hilley - 8 March 2016
Don’t be spooked by Remain Campaign’s EU scare stories

The desperation and horror stories currently being peddled by the Remain campaign will only make the case for Brexit stronger. Britain is a proud nation that is ready to stand on its own two feet by rejecting the political experiment that is the EU
by Clare George-Hilley - 28 February 2016
We have winning ingredients for The Great British Brexit

The Prime Minister has returned from Brussels with a half-baked deal which underlines the case for Britain taking control and leaving the European Union. But that can only happen with the full backing of maverick Cabinet members, think tanks and a united grassroots movement, says Clare George-Hilley
by Clare George-Hilley - 21 February 2016
INSTANT VIEW: Will UK let Putin get away with murder?

The murder on the streets of London of Alexander Litvinenko, an opponent of Vladimir Putin, marks a break-point for the UK. Putin has been named as the instigator. We can't let Putin get away with it and still retain our core values as a nation
by Clare George-Hilley - 21 January 2016
Osborne chooses to build: Brits are the winners

George Osborne has elevated "builder's bum" to the level of a leadership challenge. We need more houses, and builders' bums, says Clare George-Hilley
by Clare George-Hilley - 25 November 2015
We either destroy Islamic State or die

Like the rise of the Nazis, the Islamic State is a manifestation of pure human evil that we have a moral duty to destroy. Since the sabotaged Syria vote, courtesy of Ed Miliband and his Labour colleagues, Britain has become a spectator sitting by and watching wickedness and savagery beyond belief. This must change
by Clare George-Hilley - 22 November 2015
Cameron campaign against Islamic extremism is long overdue

Prime Minister David Cameron has announced new measures to crack down on Islamic extremism at home and abroad. For far too long, political correctness has allowed this wicked ideology to flourish. Cameron's remarks may seem late in the day to some, but he's on the right track at last
by Clare George-Hilley - 20 July 2015
Tunisia attack: Islamic terror families must apologise

Sadistic, psychotic, and without conscience, the evils of Islamic extremism have been dissembled about for far too long. This appalling terrorism is supported by the wider ideology of Islamofascism which is nurtured inside families. We need to say so loudly and clearly
by Clare George-Hilley - 26 June 2015
Ed Miliband lost because Labour doesn’t understand Britain

Labour's worst result in decades wasn’t due to Murdoch or the bacon sandwich or Lynton Crosby or even Ed Miliband. It was the party’s total detachment from the values that make Britain such a prosperous and wonderful country. And the Russell Brand fiasco was the icing on a rotten cake
by Clare George-Hilley - 8 May 2015
50 shades of Sturgeon: Ed Miliband sleeping with the enemy

The Labour leader knows deep down that his only route into Number 10 is in the arms of Nicola Sturgeon and the Scottish National Party. Such an outcome wouldn’t simply put Britain’s international credibly at risk, it would lead to the simultaneous breakup and bankruptcy of our great country. Don’t risk it
by Clare George-Hilley - 26 April 2015
Cameron puts family at the heart of the Conservative campaign

David Cameron electrifies race for Number 10 with an eye-catching initiative to help hardworking people. His commitment to give 30 hours free childcare to working parents marks a turning point in the campaign, presenting a positive vision for a future Conservative government
by Clare George-Hilley - 14 April 2015
Celebrating International Women’s Day is not enough

Since 1911 International Women's Day has marked the economic, political and social achievements of women from around the world. But celebration alone is not enough, much more needs to be done to break down the barriers which are holding women back. This year’s theme is ‘make it happen’ and is a fitting reminder that we all have our part to play to tackle injustice and inequality in whatever form it takes, in any part of the world
by Clare George-Hilley - 8 March 2015
Wolf Hall, another milestone in the great Tudor revival

The Tudor period, which gave our country such rich culture and strong national identity is still making a comeback. The great Tudor revival has captured the imagination of many in our country. So let us remember to be proud of our exciting and vivid history instead of being ashamed of it.
by Clare George-Hilley - 18 February 2015