Free Speech
— Police may not have been justified in making arrests over breach of the peace and public order as being provoked by a simple sign proclaiming “not my king” is probably not reasonable.
Free Speech
— Police may not have been justified in making arrests over breach of the peace and public order as being provoked by a simple sign proclaiming “not my king” is probably not reasonable.
Geopolitics
— A rapid shift in the balance of power between Moscow and Beijing has become apparent at the last Shanghai Cooperation Organisation meeting after the enormous military setbacks that Russia has suffered over the past few weeks in Ukraine.
Monarchy
— King Charles announced that his son would take on his previous title of Prince of Wales without formally informing the first minister of Wales – as some refer to the title as being disrespectful towards Wales.
Queen Elizabeth II, 1926 - 2022
— As words go, grief feels inadequate for describing public sentiment in the wake of the Queen’s death. More than the death of an individual, people are perhaps mourning the loss of what she represented.
COMMENT
— David Olusoga’s unique perspective stands out in the rushing rivers of reminiscence, royal praise, anecdote and biographical sketch.
OPINION
— As millions worry about keeping food on the table or keeping their homes warm, and thousands of businesses are facing collapse, people are not just mourning the Queen, they are mourning the Britain that the Conservatives have destroyed.
Cost of Living Crisis
— There is a significant issue of welfare benefits going unclaimed in the UK, as people are often unaware of the help they can access. Here are much-needed information and guidance for consumers to know about the support they may be legally entitled to.
COVID-19
— According to the head of the World Health Organization, the world has never been in a better position to end the COVID-19 pandemic but now is not the time to stop the fight against the virus that already killed 6 million people worldwide.
Climate Change
— Liz Truss has appointed a loyal cabinet with varied environmental credentials. While the new government represent a threat for UK action on climate change, their ability to inflict damage to climate policy will be restricted.
King Charles III
— King Charles has inherited the crown at a time when support for the institution of the monarchy has fallen to a new low. Future public support for the monarchy may well rest heavily on the King’s ability to prove a worthy successor.
Russia
— Glasnost was hailed as one of Mikhail Gorbachev’s great achievements. But it was a fragile freedom and soon overturned by Vladimir Putin.
King Charles III
— The Queen’s constant and reassuring presence at the centre of our national life was the thread that kept the UK Union together. The real challenge will be for King Charles III to continue to be that uniting force.
King Charles III
— The British crown has developed from absolute power to a ‘constitutional monarchy’. Prince William and his heirs could go on to inherit a truly modern monarchy fit for the rest of the century if King Charles III succeeds in adapting it to society.
King Charles III
— The passing of Queen Elizabeth II raises important constitutional questions regarding how the country transitions to the reign of her son, King Charles III. These are the key moments to look out for in the days ahead.
Queen Elizabeth II, 1926 - 2022
— Elizabeth II was a safe pair of hands for the British monarchy in a turbulent and changing era. Her wisdom and unceasing sense of duty meant she was widely viewed with a combination of respect, esteem, awe and affection, which transcended nations, classes and generations.
Queen Elizabeth II, 1926 - 2022
— Britain has gone through unimaginable change culturally and politically during Queen Elizabeth’s 70-year reign.
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