Politics

The frosty relationship between the UK and Europe could soon start to thaw, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer promises more cooperation with our European neighbours. Challenging Times The need for a close working relationship with Europe is more significant than ever; now, we face a common security threat in Russia. United Against Russian Threat Starmer … Read more

The rift between Scotland and England is as deep as Loch Ness and just as murky. For centuries, the Scots have harboured a profound disdain for their southern neighbours. Here are 20 reasons why this age-old resentment still burns brightly. 1. Historical Grudges From the Wars of Scottish Independence to the Battle of Culloden, the … Read more

As Labour takes control, the debate around immigration intensifies, challenging us to consider both the benefits and risks. Will the changes under Labour strike the right balance? 1. End to Free Movement Labour has confirmed it will not reinstate free movement with the EU, potentially reducing European immigration. Critics argue this could exacerbate labour shortages, … Read more

As Keir Starmer’s Labour Party takes the helm, a raft of policy reversals and new initiatives has triggered hot debates. Here’s a look at the key policies stirring up controversy. 1. Reversal on Nationalisation Initially advocating for broad nationalisation, Starmer’s shift to only partially nationalising sectors like railways, while pushing for stricter regulations elsewhere, has … Read more

The Port of Dover is set for major traffic jams as border checks and processes may take up to two hours. The port warned motorists to prepare for the delay and being stuck in traffic for a long time.  The Excitement and Frustration Ahead of the Olympic Games in France this year, motorists and travellers … Read more

Fewer immigrant family members are making their way to the UK as a fall in visas has reduced these numbers to over a third. It’s no longer as simple as applying for a visa as a student or immigrant worker. Here’s what’s happened.  Visas Are Down by Over 30% for Skilled Workers A report by … Read more

Despite sweeping to a massive victory in the general election, Sir Keir Starmer’s Labour Party has a lot of work to do to win over the right wing. Here’s how they can do it.  Restore Trust Trust and confidence in politicians are at an all-time low after the soap opera we’ve endured for the last … Read more

Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice face a massive challenge as the UK struggles to balance overcrowded jails. Under the Rishi Sunak government, over 10,000 were freed 70 days before bail. How will it go with the Labour government?   Tough on Crime  The UK has experienced an overcrowding of prisons as the law … Read more

Pressure is mounting on the Labour government to scrap the controversial two-child benefit cap as new figures reveal its devastating impact on 1.6 million children, fueling a heated debate on child poverty in the UK. Here’s the full story. Controversial Two-Child Cap The highly controversial two-child benefit cap, introduced by the Conservative government in 2017, … Read more

Prime Minister Keir Starmer staunchly defended President Joe Biden’s leadership after a notable mix-up at the NATO summit, sparking widespread media attention and debate about Biden’s mental acuity. Here’s the full story. Starmer Defends Biden Following a notable gaffe by US President Joe Biden at the recent NATO summit, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has strongly … Read more