Almost there.

Nearly there. I can confirm that the paperwork is going off this week and as soon as the Electoral Commission approve our name we will be up and running. Before then a little taster of what to expect:

A new political party occupying the centre right ground of British politics, Our ideology in one of Modern Nationalism. We aim to appeal to Nationalists both British and English, Patriots and other such like minded people.

Modern British Nationalism or Patriotism is defined as the political and ideological structure to ensure the continued existence of our British way of life, the preservation of our culture and heritage and freedom from multi-culturism and political oppressiveness for ourselves and our descendants. It does not discriminate on the grounds of race or ethnicity of any one group of people living in Britain as a British citizen but believes in the integration of all into the British culture and way of life. Modern Nationalism is one country, one culture. It objects to all forms of political extremism.

In forming our policies we have consulted with industry professionals including teachers and military chiefs. Here are just a few bullet points.

Education

• A comprehensive system with teacher assessment and streaming and the option to divert from GCSE studies to vocational training from the age of 15.

• Free university courses for selected trades that directly benefit the country such as nursing and medicine.

• The option to earn credits for a free higher education by working in the voluntary sector from age 14.

Crime

• Full life sentences for capital offences.

• Early release shortened from the current half to one third for short term sentences.

• No early release for repeat offenders.

Immigration

• A fair system of short term work permits based on a “need & skills” basis and linked to matching every foreign worker with a UK born apprenticeship and a focus on obtaining negative net migration using only the emigration/immigration of foreign born nationals and not British nationals.

Defence

• Reverse the recent cuts to our Harrier, Nimrod and aircraft carrier fleet.

• Military equipment where possible to be British designed and built.

• Re-introduce an optional 3 year engagement for over 18’s unemployed for 12 months or more with the emphasis on trade training. There is no guarantee of Job Seekers Allowance for those who decline the option.

• Priority on housing lists for service personnel leaving after 12 years service or for those medically discharged during conflict.

As you can see there are distinct differences between our policies and those of some more extreme nationalist parties. Modern nationalism is also moderate nationalism.