Politics
— When right-wing politicians talk of bringing back greatness, they are doing it for a reason.
Politics
— When right-wing politicians talk of bringing back greatness, they are doing it for a reason.
COMMENT
— A controversy over Easter egg labelling in Lincolnshire highlights tensions over cultural identity, with critics fearing the erosion of Christian traditions amidst broader societal shifts.
2024 General Election
— British elections are pencil and papers affairs, which makes them difficult to hack. But the breach of millions of people’s details is still a deeply serious matter.
UK Politics
— Theresa May’s heartless policies will go on tormenting migrant domestic workers long after she steps down as MP.
UK Media
— Ofcom finds GB News breached the impartiality code in 5 programmes, totalling 12 violations in 18 months. Despite criticism, no sanctions were imposed. The debate continues on media regulation and freedom of expression.
UK Politics
— Penny Mordaunt’s potential bid to replace Rishi Sunak in the Conservative Party leadership mirrors past slogans, highlighting Tory uncertainties and leadership challenges.
Immigration
— Refugees, despite enduring relentless hardships and evictions, persist in seeking sanctuary in the UK through perilous crossings, displaying unwavering determination.
Housing Crisis
— Rural planning authorities largely operate according to the rationale that housing and service needs can more effectively be met in towns than in the countryside.
2024 General Election
— Labour’s surge in polls since 2022 prompts Rachel Reeves to unveil the party’s economic vision. Focusing on stability against Brexit and geopolitical challenges, she proposes “securonomics”, akin to Bidenomics but with smaller-scale ambitions.
Immigration
— The UK government’s plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda faces legal hurdles in Parliament. Despite attempts to pass a bill, delays persist, raising doubts about the feasibility of the scheme.
NHS England
— The Good Law Project has revealed NHS England’s opaque contract with Palantir, sparking concerns over privacy and transparency. The deal, lacking open tender, raises questions about data ethics and governmental accountability.
Austerity
— Children are bearing the brunt of austerity. From obesity to infant mortality, child health is affected by sustained under-investment. What can be done to reverse the decline?
OPINION
— BBC Scotland has been accused of bias and stoking division by scrutinising the SNP’s call for a Tory-free Scotland in the general election, sparking controversy over political reporting integrity.
UK Politics
— The UK government’s new extremism definition, aimed at curbing violence and intolerance, raises concerns. It is non-statutory, potentially politicised, lacks clarity on its role in counter-terrorism, and risks targeting specific communities unfairly.
UK Politics
— Frank Hester’s words about Diane Abbott are only the latest extreme example of the constant discrimination black and ethnic minority women face when they enter public life.
UK Politics
— Tory MP Lee Anderson, suspended from the Conservative Party, joins Reform UK, a climate science denial party. He opposes net zero policies, supports fossil fuels, and works with GB News, known for climate denial.
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