By Seth Richardson

July 2024

Following the recent election where Labour won a record-breaking majority, this opinion piece delves into the details, with a focus on the implications such an election has for conversations on voting reform. 

By Seth Richardson

June 2024

The election is just around the corner, and with some polls predicting the shocking result of Reform UK receiving a higher vote share than the Conservatives, this article examines the ramifications of such a result on British politics. 

By Seth Richardson

May 2024

Modern day society has been proactively working towards a better understanding of mental health problems, through destigmatisation and open conversation. However, this article argues that current Conservative attitudes towards mental illness risk unravelling the progress achieved, taking us back to the days of internalisation of mental health problems, in a time where people are struggling most. 

By Ahnaf Rahman

May 2024

Taking a look at the efforts by Pro-Palestine protesters across the universities of the world, this article argues that despite the persisting self-interested elites, we may see a glimmer of hope for the future as the student protesters take their place in the world stage. 

By Seth Richardson

April 2024

Since Keir Starmer became leader of the Labour Party, questions have arisen as to where the party now stands on the political spectrum. This article discusses what post-Corbyn Labour is really bringing to the table at the next General Election.

By Ahnaf Rahman

April 2024

As the Israel-Gaza conflict continues, this article discusses the most recent developments, including what has occurred in the wake of the UN Security Council Resolution which called for a ceasefire during the month of Ramadan.

By Elicia Thomas

April 2024

This article highlights the resurgence of violence in Congo which has gone largely unreported in Western media. 

By Simrin Rahman

March 2024

Since 2000, the 21st of February has been International Mother Language Day. In recognition of its recent celebration, this article delves into the power of language, and how it has historically been weaponised in Bangladesh.

By Seth Richardson

March 2024

With the death of Alexi Navalny, Putin's renowned opponent, this article highlights the inspiration we can find in his fight for justice.

By Ahnaf Rahman

March 2024

The use of AI is growing rapidly. Following recent controversy over the development of video-generative AI, we explore the dark side to technological advances. 

By Seth Richardson

February 2024

With the controversial Rwanda bill seemingly taking asylum seekers as a scapegoat for current turmoil, this article discusses how the Conservatives are framing the current conversation. 

By Ahnaf Rahman

February 2024

With the first Nationalist First Minister of Northern Ireland appointed early in February, this article discusses how we could be seeing a step closer towards a united Ireland.

By Isobel Solbé

January 2024

With the US primaries underway, this article delves into the struggle Biden is facing, pointing specifically to the shift towards the Republican party in young people, as they struggle to find their political affiliation. 

By Seth Richardson

January 2024

Sunak has just announced his new education policy, emphasising the importance of Maths and English. However, is our education system letting children down in the lack of a political education? This article argues yes. 

By Ahnaf Rahman

January 2024

As the Israel-Palestine war continues, this article updates on key recent events. Most notably, it points to the devastating losses seen in Gaza as the conflict progresses, despite attempts from South Africa to ease tensions. 

By Seth Richardson

December 2023

An opinion piece looking at the emergence of right-wing populism around the world. Most importantly, it points to the dangers of an ideology such as this being so central in politics.

By Ahnaf Rahman

December 2023

The UK's public sector has been increasing cause for concern. With the cancellation of HS2, we ask what can be to blame for the decline in public services - the accusatory gaze lands on neo-liberalism. 

By Seth Richardson

November 2023

An opinion piece discussing the current state of homelessness in the UK, focused around the tweet from Suella Braverman, which incited public outcry. The article also discusses why we should care about homelessness, and ways in which we can combat it. 

By Ahnaf Rahman

November 2023

This article delves into the history of Israel-Gaza relations, explaining the political background for the modern-day conflict, with reference to the failed Oslo Accords of the 1990s.