Grant Gallacher

While political attention is riveted on elections, the enduring challenges of Brexit, from border control chaos to plummeting exports, continue to wreak havoc on the UK’s economy and international trade relations. Here’s the full story. Complexities and Challenges While the UK focuses on the general election, the complexities and ongoing challenges of Brexit, which have … Read more

Former U.S. President Donald Trump faces significant scrutiny for breaching a UK High Court order to pay £300,000 in legal costs to ex-MI6 agent Christopher Steele, adding to his growing list of international legal challenges. Here’s the full story. Trump Faces UK Scrutiny Former US President and convicted criminal Donald Trump has come under legal … Read more

Reunite Families UK has launched a legal challenge against the government’s recent substantial increase in the minimum income requirement for family visas, arguing it unlawfully separates families and disproportionately affects women and minorities. Here’s the full story.  UK Government Under Attack The UK Government has recently been attacked for its recent changes to the minimum … Read more

Russia has threatened to attack British targets if Ukraine uses UK-supplied weapons amid rising tensions and the recent arrest of a British man charged with spying for Russia. Here’s the full story. Russia Threatens UK In a significant escalation of tensions, Russia has threatened to strike British targets if Ukraine uses UK-supplied weapons against Russian … Read more

The UK’s claim that China is providing lethal aid to Russia in the Ukraine conflict has sparked a controversy, with the US expressing scepticism and China vehemently denying the allegations. Here’s the full story.  “Lethal Aid” A recent claim by Defence Secretary Grant Shapps that China is providing “lethal aid” to Russia has sparked controversy … Read more

Economic think tanks warn that Labour and the Conservatives face unrealistic fiscal plans, highlighting the need for sharp spending cuts and sustainable strategies to address the UK’s budgetary challenges post-election. Here’s the full story.  Fiscal Challenges As the UK election draws nearer, the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) and Resolution Foundation think tanks have warned … Read more

Foreign generals have warned that the UK’s shrinking army may struggle in high-intensity conflicts, but military leaders argue that conscription is not the solution to enhancing defence capabilities. Here’s the full story. Military Under Scrutiny The United Kingdom’s military strength has come under scrutiny as senior European generals express concerns about its capacity to engage … Read more

Facing a staggering £40 billion tax gap, the UK grapples with tax evasion while the G20 eyes an unprecedented global tax on billionaire wealth to bridge economic divides. Here’s the full story. UK Faces £40bn Tax Gap The UK is facing a significant challenge as its tax gap – the difference between the amount of … Read more

With Labour’s donations surging and the Conservatives facing unexpected financial hurdles, the latest figures reveal a dramatic twist in the general election campaign. Here’s the full story. More Bad News The latest financial filings from the Electoral Commission are yet more bad news for the Conservative Party after Labour recorded a formidable lead over the … Read more