Politics

Former BP chief John Browne urges the UK government to halt new North Sea drilling licences, advocating for a green energy transition and implicitly endorsing Labour’s renewable-focused policies before the general election. Here’s the full story.  Stop Issuing Oil and Gas Licences John Browne, the former chief executive of BP, has written in the Financial … Read more

In the quest to manage immigration effectively, the UK faces the challenge of balancing enforcement with humanity. How can the UK control its borders while ensuring policies are fair and beneficial to both immigrants and citizens? 1. Strengthen Point-Based Systems Enhance the current point-based immigration system to ensure it’s fair and targets skills needed in … Read more

Thames Water is facing a severe crisis with rising customer bills, increased sewage pollution, and potential nationalisation as regulatory scrutiny intensifies. Here’s the full story. Unprecedented Special Measures Ofwat, the water industry regulator, has placed the UK’s largest water company, Thames Water, under unprecedented special measures due to significant financial and operational challenges. “Turnaround Oversight … Read more

Kemi Badenoch accuses Suella Braverman of having a “very public” nervous breakdown. The two MPs clashed about a “private” conversation allegedly leaked to the public. Here’s what happened.  Disturbances Amongst Tory MPs A recent spat between Suella Braverman and Kemi Badenoch soon became a public affair, with sides clearly disagreeing. These feuds developed after the … Read more

Labour has climbed back to relevance, shaking off years of internal strife and electoral setbacks. How did they pivot from being a party of protest to taking a commanding position in the polls? 1. Revitalised Leadership Under new leadership, Labour has managed to reshape its image, moving from a faction-ridden party to a united front … Read more

A recent NFER report has highlighted the shocking effect the cost-of-living crisis is having on the nation’s teachers and schoolchildren. Here’s the full story. Damning Indictment In a damning indictment of government education, a new report from the National Foundation for Educational Research (NFER) has revealed that a significant number of teachers in England are … Read more

Boris Johnson has warned the Conservatives to steer clear of Nigel Farage’s Reform UK, suggesting it played a key role in their historic defeat, all the while implying that if Tories had stuck with him, they might not be in this mess. Here’s the full story. “Pied Piper of Clacton” Never one to be out … Read more

As Donald Trump gears up for another possible presidency, Europe and the UK brace for the ripple effects. How will his “America First” policy shape the future of transatlantic relations, and what can the UK and its European neighbours do to mitigate potential disruptions? 1. Boost Defence Spending European nations, including the UK, are advised … Read more

Populist politics in the UK isn’t just a fleeting trend — it’s a mainstay, deeply ingrained in the political fabric from Brexit to social media strategies. But how deeply has the influence of populist tactics reshaped British politics? 1. Brexit Reevaluations Even post-Brexit, leaders like Rishi Sunak grapple with ongoing negotiations and trade deals, continuing … Read more

As tensions rose within the Conservative Party, Suella Braverman and Kemi Badenoch clashed publicly over leadership and leaked remarks, revealing deep internal divisions and setting the stage for a fierce battle for the party’s future. Here’s the full story. Worst Defeat Ever The Conservative Party, already reeling from the worst general election defeat in its … Read more