Gordon Brown has announced tough new laws on knife crime (probably in the hope that he won't be stabbed in the back as often). The Guardian. MPs and their generous expense accounts are still annoying the proletariat. The Times. A new law will allow cyclists to go the wrong way… read more…

Labour are starting to panic about the dearth of Scottish ministers in their party. ePolitix. Gordon Brown is still convinced that 42 is the magic number when it comes to all things terrorist detention. BBC. One of David Cameron's key campaign advisers has decided to emigrate to California. ePolitix. Australian… read more…

No rush to drink up as the government slams the brakes on reversing 24-hour licensing, according to The Times. Apparently the Gord prefers you reflect on his recent "successes" whilst inebriated. The average council tax bill will reach £1,380 this year, with a corresponding increase in services while funding… read more…

So, we're drinking a third more than the Office for National Stats had thought. They've come to this conclusion through changing the goalposts. Predictably, the drinks industry is not best pleased. How to calculate the extent of your drinking problem? Here's a simple guide:… read more…