Everyone's Talking About It
Grant Gallacher 
Rishi Sunak’s acceptance of a 5.5% increase in his MP salary, which is higher than the inflation rate, has triggered debate and criticism amidst concerns over rising living costs and economic strain. Here’s the full story. Cost of Living Crisis Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has overseen a British economy that is wracked by a persistent … Read more
Amid escalating tensions, suspicions arise as Russia is believed to have jammed the GPS signal on an RAF aircraft carrying UK Defence Secretary Grant Shapps, prompting concerns over electronic warfare tactics and its impact on aviation safety. Here’s the full story. War in Ukraine The war in Ukraine can often seem very far away to … Read more
Former Prime Minister Liz Truss has accused Labour MPs of filibustering as her transgender law reform bill is blocked in Parliament. Here’s the full story. Gender-Affirming Care Liz Truss, who arrived back in the UK after being greeted as a right-wing champion at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in the USA, has sought to … Read more
Amidst a surprising uptick in unemployment and a slowdown in wage growth, the UK faces economic challenges requiring a multifaceted approach to mitigate the impacts of the recession. Here’s the full story. Limping Along The UK economy continues to limp along like a wounded animal desperate to escape the jaws of the cost of living … Read more
The Climate Change Committee has heavily criticized the UK government’s plans to adapt to the coming climate catastrophe. Here’s the full story. Poor Record Rishi Sunak’s government does not have the best record when it comes to keeping up with climate change targets set to prevent the impending climate catastrophe. Such is the extent of their … Read more
Greenpeace UK warns against the British government’s proposed expansion of extremism definitions, fearing it may stifle peaceful protests and inadvertently fuel the very extremism it seeks to curb. Here’s the full story. Mistrust and Caution The British government’s recent foray into expanding the definition of extremism has been met with deep mistrust and profound caution … Read more
Amidst mounting controversy, Rishi Sunak is facing increasing pressure from within the Conservative party to return a £10 million donation following the donor’s controversial remarks. Here’s the full story. Political Hot Water Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has found himself in considerable political hot water as pressure mounts from within the Conservative Party for him to … Read more
After a heartwarming conversation with Dame Esther Rantzen, Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has admitted he would “definitely” allow MPs to vote on assisted dying. Assisted Dying Debate Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has made a pledge to let MPs decide whether they want to allow assisted dying in the UK after a campaign from … Read more
Amidst concerns over legal risks, educators in England have raised concerns over the complexities of helping transgender pupils in the face of government guidance that has been dismissed as overly vague. Here’s the full story. Transgender Pupils As England grapples with formulating comprehensive guidance for the treatment of transgender pupils, teachers and unions are voicing … Read more
Diane Abbott has accused the Conservative Party of exploiting racial tensions ahead of the general election, citing abusive remarks and policy manoeuvres as evidence of a concerning trend in British politics. Here’s the full story. Accusations Diane Abbott, the UK’s longest-serving black MP, has levied accusations against the Conservative Party, alleging that they were intending … Read more