There are now more Independent MPs (of various descriptors) than at any time since the modern party system emerged in parliament over two centuries ago. There are 40 such MPs even if you exclude Elphicke, which means they overtake the SNP as the third biggest group in the HoC.
The British are currently suffering the curse of living in interesting times
They are at least helping me feel better about our situation here in the United States. We have a chance to rectify it next year. The UK may very well be screwed for the long haul.
