Beth Malcolm is Scottish based Journalist at Heriot-Watt University studying French and British Sign Language. She is originally from the north west of England but is living in Edinburgh to complete her studies.
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Students seeking a mobile phone plan to stay connected both on and off campus will be interested in finding a balance between sufficient data and affordability. Fortunately, there are numerous UK network providers offering exclusive deals tailored
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – On Tuesday, the lower house of the UK Parliament declined the proposal to deploy a cat for combating a rodent infestation. This decision came about after concerns were raised that the rat traps installed within the premises
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The NHS is implementing changes to its cancer standards to improve the diagnosis and treatment process for thousands of individuals undergoing urgent cancer checks each month. These reforms are designed to better align with patients’ priorities and
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – A business organization established by Hong Kongers in London is introducing a startup initiative aimed at assisting new Hong Kong migrants in establishing businesses in the United Kingdom. The Hong Kong Business Hub, the driving force behind
The UK will provide the largest ever funding for global surveillance of antimicrobial resistance. Thus, London will launch the second phase of the Fleming Fund’s fight against antimicrobial resistance. Cutting-edge laboratories, state-of-the-art disease surveillance systems and a larger global workforce to fight
The unemployment rate rose in the UK to 4.2% in the second quarter, compared to the previous three months. While wage increases are accelerating. This threatens to toughen the policy of the Bank of England again. The jobless rate hit its highest
The CAC 40 was close to equilibrium at mid-session, in a market awaiting indicators in the United States and then the publication after the European close of the minutes of the last meeting of the American Federal Reserve. The Paris Stock Exchange
Due to a lack of investment, the UK has the lowest growth in low-carbon electricity generation by 2030 among the eight most developed economies. The United Kingdom, which a few years ago was seen as at the forefront of the energy transition,
The UK government has started moving asylum seekers on a barge, amid legal challenges and protests from human rights groups. The Bibby Stockholm, moored off the south coast of England, is expected to hold more than 500 men aged between 18 and
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Following Brexit, the UK has attained a newfound autonomy, liberating itself from what was perceived as the bureaucratic control of Brussels. The nation is now unshackled from regulations that it had a hand in shaping over the
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The U.K. government has officially acknowledged the heinous acts committed by the Islamic State group against the Yazidis as genocide. This significant announcement arrives nearly a decade after the atrocities took place and aligns with a German
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The BBC has uncovered a significant national security investigation that has led to the arrest and charging of three individuals suspected of being Russian spies in the UK. These defendants, who are all Bulgarian nationals, were apprehended
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The government has announced today, Wednesday 16 August, that it will provide up to £210 million in funding to support state-of-the-art laboratories, cutting-edge disease surveillance systems, and an expanded global workforce in the fight against deadly antimicrobial
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – According to a recent report by Bain & Company and the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), nearly two-thirds of corporate carbon emissions in the UK are not currently subject to decarbonization targets. This analysis reveals that 64 percent
England (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The government has recently announced a substantial funding of £250 million to address the pressing issue of NHS hospital bed shortage in England during the winter season. This initiative aims to provide an additional 5,000 beds, with
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Britain’s refugee policy is currently under intense scrutiny as Afghan allies, who were abandoned during the evacuation from Kabul, are demanding greater support. Additionally, individuals attempting to cross the Channel persistently vow to continue their efforts. Members
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – A member of the UK Parliament’s House of Lords recently revealed to Izvestia, Russia’s equivalent of the Financial Times, that numerous British companies are expressing their dissatisfaction with London’s sanctions policy against Russia. However, this discontent remains
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Wages experienced a remarkable surge in the April to June period, as indicated by the latest official figures. During this time, regular pay witnessed a substantial increase of 7.8%, marking the highest annual growth rate since comparable
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – After a prolonged period of economic and political stability, the world has now entered an era of relative turmoil with the advent of the COVID-19 pandemic. The repercussions of this unprecedented event, along with subsequent occurrences, have
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Kemi Badenoch, the Minister for Women and Equalities, has recently unveiled her intentions to take a firm stance against the implementation of gender neutral toilets. Under the proposed regulations, single-sex toilets would be established as the standard,
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The British government has recently initiated a consultation process aimed at gathering public opinions on the inclusion of health alert inserts within cigarette packs. The objective is to motivate more smokers to quit by informing them about
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Pubs in England and Wales will be able to continue selling takeaway drinks as the government has decided to maintain Covid licensing rules. These rules were initially implemented in 2020, allowing pubs to serve customers through hatches
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Britain’s economy has experienced minimal growth for the past 18 months. The current level of economic activity remains stagnant, comparable to the period when Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, which further exacerbated the already existing inflationary
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – According to official figures, the UK’s economic growth was boosted more than expected by warm weather in June. The higher temperatures had a positive impact on pubs, restaurants, and the construction industry, resulting in a 0.5% increase
EU (Parliament Politic Magazine) – A mounting backlash against Europe’s environmental agenda has, thus far, been unable to hinder its decarbonization plans. However, upcoming elections pose a potential threat to future climate and nature initiatives. The European Union has solidified its position
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Private equity firms have been acquiring numerous healthcare companies in the UK, including ambulance fleets, eye-care clinics, and diagnostics businesses, in an effort to capitalize on the growing NHS waiting lists. According to consultancy firm LaingBuisson, these
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Maintaining a poker face became quite challenging as we engaged in a conversation with the CEO of a prominent US tech company. To our astonishment, he confidently mentioned that there was a specific threshold at which the
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – There is a prevailing belief among financial experts in the City that Bank of England policymakers are likely to implement another interest rate hike. However, the outcome of this decision heavily relies on the latest official price
EU (Parliament Politic Magazine) – One of the issues that Rejoiners consistently overlook in their campaign to push us back into the EU is the significant historical difference between Britain and Europe when it comes to corruption. This disparity was emphasized in
Six Western nations marked the 15th anniversary of Russia’s takeover of 20% of Georgian territory by demanding on Thursday that Moscow return the regions of South Ossetia and Abkhazia. A joint statement by the six members of the UN Security Council –
Tropical air could make parts of the UK hotter than California at the end of next week, with temperatures possibly expected to exceed 30C, but only after heavy rain hits the country. High pressure expected to build from the middle of the
Sir Tony Blair’s institute has continued to advise and receive money from the Saudi government since the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, we have learned. The former prime minister’s organization is involved in a multi-million pound partnership to help a modernization campaign
Roger Milla, legend of Cameroonian football, says he is opposed to the investigation of the African Football Confederation on the president of Fecafoot. On Thursday, CAF announced that it was opening an investigation into the president of the Cameroon Football Federation. “CAF
Sir Keir Starmer has backtracked on Labour’s pledge to introduce clean air zones across the UK, reports say, following the party’s failure to win the Uxbridge and South Ruislip by-elections . A statement confirming support for the zones is said to have
Recently, there have been numerous changes in the Visa policies of the United Kingdom (UK). These new regulations pertaining to UK student visas pose greater challenges for individuals seeking permanent migration from India to the UK. Moreover, during a recent session, the
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – An investigation into a series of illness cases following a music festival has yielded inconclusive results. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) conducted an inquiry into instances of sickness and diarrhea reported by attendees of this year’s
England (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Junior doctors in England are embarking on their fifth round of strike action, as their bitter pay dispute with the government shows no signs of resolution. Earlier this year, the British Medical Association (BMA), the doctors’ union,
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The school holidays that span across July and August are pivotal for the success of Britain’s seaside towns. This is the time when families come to visit and indulge in various activities such as strolling along piers,
EU (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The parties have announced that Frans Timmermans, the vice-president of the European Commission, is the sole candidate to lead a merged campaign between two left-leaning parties in the upcoming Dutch general election in November. Mr. Timmermans, a
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Rishi Sunak’s five pledges are becoming increasingly challenging to fulfill following a week filled with numerous setbacks. Shortly after assuming office, Rishi Sunak extended an invitation to the British public to evaluate him based on five crucial
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Motorists are facing unprecedented increases in their vehicle insurance premiums, with the industry attributing the surge to inflation and a significant rise in vehicle repair costs. An analysis of 28 million policies revealed that the average premium
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Action on Smoking and Health (ASH), a public health charity established by the UK Royal College of Physicians, has recently published a peer-reviewed briefing paper aimed at dispelling misconceptions surrounding vaping. This initiative seeks to combat the
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The British government is contemplating the implementation of stricter regulations regarding investment in China following the recent announcement by the US president, which aims to limit the flow of funds and expertise into sensitive technologies within the
EU (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Have you ever come back from a vacation only to be shocked by an exorbitant phone bill? Recent research conducted by the UK communications regulator, Ofcom, has unveiled that nearly 20% of holidaymakers are oblivious to the
The House of Lords in the UK has recently initiated an inquiry to examine the government’s proposals for decarbonizing cars and vans within the country. This comprehensive investigation aims to determine the feasibility of the government’s objective to cease the sale of
The United Kingdom and Turkey have recently reached a groundbreaking agreement aimed at dismantling people-smuggling networks and addressing the issue of illegal migration. This partnership entails the establishment of a center of excellence in Turkey, which will serve as a platform to
Artificial intelligence (AI)-powered equipment is currently the central focus of 22 projects being conducted in universities and NHS trusts across the UK. These projects encompass a wide range of research areas, including the development of semi-autonomous surgical robotics for tumor removal and
The rising cost of living, skyrocketing rents, and the proposed implementation of a congestion charge have compelled numerous business owners in Cambridge city centre to reassess their choice of location. This begs the question: is the cost of conducting business in Cambridge
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – A senior UK cabinet minister has indicated that the government might consider withdrawing from the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) as a potential measure to address the issue of migrants arriving in the UK via small
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The UK’s elections watchdog has recently disclosed that it fell victim to a sophisticated cyber-attack, potentially impacting millions of voters. According to the Electoral Commission, unidentified malicious actors successfully breached their security measures, gaining unauthorized access to
