Politics

Ban the Butt: Why it’s time to stub out cigarette filters for good 

Cigarette filters are the most littered item on earth. Here in the UK, they make up around two-thirds of all litter, despite only 12% of people smoking. What steps need to be taken to protect the planet?

All you need to know about the recent UK tax cuts

In a highly anticipated announcement today, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt revealed plans for a 2p cut to National Insurance Contributions (NIC).

Alabama Supreme court ruling on frozen embryos sparks debate

A recent ruling by the Alabama Supreme Court has sparked a heated debate over the legal status of frozen embryos.

Ursula Von der Leyen aims for second term as European Commission president

Ursula Von der Leyen, the current president of the European Commission, has announced her bid for a second term.

Turning back the clock: Did the Doomsday Clock time tick closer to midnight?

The Doomsday clock, a symbolic representation of humanity's vulnerability to global catastrophes, was reset to 90 seconds to midnight by the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists.

ICJ rules Israel must take all measures to prevent genocidal acts in Gaza

Today, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruling concerning the Israel-Gaza conflict was concluded.

Migrants, immigrants, democracy and voting rights: The unheard voices of Britain

With voting rights at risk for certain demographics, it is more important than ever that we reinforce trust in the British democratic system and give a voice to all residents who call Britain home, argues Alina Vaduva, Royal Docks School of Business and Law.

Britain has a plan to let aid through in Gaza

After an assessment by the World Food Program (WFP), the hunger crisis in Gaza has reached a critical point.

South Africa accuses Israel of genocide in Gaza

South Africa has filed a case at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), accusing Israel of breaching the UN convention on genocide in its actions against Palestinians in Gaza.

Qatar and the Israel-Hamas conflict: Hybrid mediation power on display

Here, Professor Vassilis K. Fouskas explains the diplomatic and mediative powers of Qatar and its influence in the current Israel-Hamas conflict.

Israel and Hamas reach hostage deal, temporarily halt fighting in Gaza

In a groundbreaking diplomatic move, Israel and Hamas, with Qatari mediation, have agreed to a four-day pause in the conflict.

King’s Speech: Setting a new economic direction? 

The King's Speech announced a roadmap for a better and brighter future for the country, focussing on economic growth, further strengthening the NHS, stricter measures on crime, energy security and the UK’s international standing on global issues, but how does the Government plan to do this?

The Cabinet reshuffle: Everything you need to know

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has held a cabinet reshuffle, bringing back ex-prime minister Lord David Cameron as foreign secretary .

Innovation, learning, policing and online safety: The King’s Speech

In the King’s Speech, we saw announcements of long-term strategies to meet deficits in healthcare training, much-needed investment in mental health services and encouragement in engagement in innovative technologies, but what about policing and public safety?

Climate diplomacy in EU foreign affairs

Stefano Mallia, President of the Employers’ Group and rapporteur for the EESC opinion on EU Climate Diplomacy, says climate diplomacy is “preventive diplomacy” and should be the top priority in the EU’s foreign policy.

New qualification will replace A Levels and T Levels

Rishi Sunak announces plans to scrap A Levels and T Levels and implement a new system combining them into a new single qualification.

No case for rejoining the EU says Keir Starmer

Sir Keir Starmer, Labour Party leader, has firmly stated that there is no argument for rejoining the European Union following accusations from the government...

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