The resignation of Archbishop Justin Welby marked one of the most significant ecclesiastical scandals in recent memory. The head of the Anglican Communion, a global denomination with millions of adherents, is a position that carries immense spiritual, moral, and cultural responsibility. For such a figure to resign not only as Archbishop but also to abandon … Continue reading
675 words, 4 minutes read time. The debate around Thames Water, one of the UK’s largest private utility companies, has reached boiling point. Amid mounting public dissatisfaction over pollution scandals, crumbling infrastructure, and financial mismanagement, the call for renationalisation has gained traction across the political spectrum. Remarkably, this is one of the few issues that … Continue reading
471 words, 2 minutes read time. Sixteen non-violent Just Stop Oil protesters, handed harsh sentences since July, are set to receive a historic collective hearing before the Court of Appeal next year. This extraordinary development, announced Saturday, signals an opportunity to question the fairness of the punitive measures and their implications for democracy. The mass … Continue reading
512 words, 3 minutes read time. The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, and senior Hamas leaders including Yahya Sinwar. This bold step signifies the ICC’s commitment to addressing allegations of war crimes in the Israel-Palestine conflict. It sends a clear message: … Continue reading
1,052 words, 6 minutes read time. The origins of Pride are deeply rooted in political activism and resistance. From the Compton’s Cafeteria riot in San Francisco in 1966 to the iconic Stonewall riots in 1969, Pride emerged as a defiant response to systemic oppression faced by LGBTQ+ communities. These historic uprisings were not mere celebrations … Continue reading
The Queen’s Speech sets out the government’s agenda for the final year of our ConDem Coalition government. This week we heard those plans. Both parties in the Coalition are simply mouthpieces for big business. It is no surprise then that the big business agenda continues to be followed. Under the ConDem coalition the vast bulk … Continue reading