Dr Despina Alexiadou

UK Economy

Calls for Rachel Reeves to quit as chancellor are overblown – but they highlight what her real problems are

— Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces calls to resign amid economic woes, media scrutiny, and opposition claims. However, her credentials match past chancellors, and Britain’s longstanding structural issues, not her policies, fuel criticism.

UK Politics

British prime ministers reshuffle more than other leaders – What the latest changes tell us about Rishi Sunak’s government

— Sunak’s cabinet reshuffle, triggered by the firing of Suella Braverman, indicates a politically driven move rather than a focus on policy outcomes. The reshuffle suggests a focus on political survival over a coherent policy agenda, raising questions about government effectiveness and stability.

Cost of Living Crisis

These two daunting challenges sit right at the top of the new prime minister’s in-tray

— British households want answers from their new leader as they look at their soaring energy bills, but it is hard to see Liz Truss winning huge support from voters at the next election considering her views on economic issues.

UK Politics

Boris Johnson never took full control of the Tory party – uniting it now seems impossible.

— A strong party leader is both in control of the organisation of their party and can set and articulate the party’s priorities. With 41% of his MPs united against him, Boris Johnson is unlikely to last long – or get much done if he does.