A wake-up call for a sleepwalking nation, Taking Liberties is a gripping exploration of New Labour’s Orwellian legacy. In anticipation of Tony Blair’s stand down this summer Taking Liberties examines the government’s systematic erosion of our civil liberties since 1997 through sometimes shocking, always true, real life stories.

Taking Liberties takes the reader on a journey from the initial euphoria of New Labour’s victory over the Tories to the New Labour of today with its bloodied hands and soiled reputation. Dealing with the spectres of torture, detention without trial, rendition and the gradual erosion of our democratic rights, Taking Liberties examines Blair’s legacy through the magnifying glass of particular events including September 11th and the more every day, but no less pervasive, ASBO.

Festivals & Awards

Nominated: BAFTA Award, 2008