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) – Activision Blizzard, the creator of the Call of Duty franchise, is set to transfer its streaming rights to Ubisoft Entertainment in a fresh effort to secure the green light from the UK’s anti-trust regulatory body for its
EU (Parliament Politic Magazine) – A survey reveals that nearly half of musicians and individuals employed within the music industry in the UK have experienced reduced opportunities for work in the EU following Brexit, with over 25% having encountered a complete absence
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The Minister of Home Affairs, Clare O’Neil, warns about an impending “dystopian future” stemming from cyber-crime, foreign meddling, and challenges to democracy. However, unmentioned is Australia’s departure from being a true liberal democracy due to its proliferation
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – A groundbreaking stride in the government’s commitment to enhancing educational standards, approximately 12,000 young individuals hailing from some of the most marginalized corners of the nation are poised to reap the benefits of a fresh surge of
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – British Nutrition Foundation (BNF) Reveals Strategy to Lead Establishment of Six Innovation Hubs through the Diet and Health Open Innovation Research Club (OIRC) aimed at Combatting Unhealthy Diets in the UK. These hubs will serve as focal
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The High Pay Centre revealed that the median compensation for chief executives in the FTSE 100 rose to £3.91 million in 2022, up from £3.38 million in 2021. This comes as a stark contrast to the financial
The tech sector is pulling global markets on Tuesday, ahead of Nvidia’s highly anticipated results on Wednesday and with a slight easing in interest rates. The European markets are moving up sharply: around 11:30 GMT, Paris rose by 1.19%, Frankfurt by 1.08%,
From Thursday August 24 to Sunday August 27, 2023, Young Europeans will gather in Rennes for their summer school. This federalist association is expecting around a hundred participants. The Young Europeans are neither a party nor a political movement. Created about thirty
Western reluctance to deliver all necessary weapons systems to Ukraine is proving costly, and a different approach could have turned the tide of the war, says EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell , Monday (August 21). “When deciding to help a country
Ottawa passed the Online News Act (C-18) on June 22, which aims to establish revenue sharing between web giants and the media. It requires companies like Google and Meta to compensate Canadian media for the use of their content on their platforms.
The minimum wage works because it reduces wage inequality without penalizing employment, even if productivity does not increase.” This is what we read in an analysis of the “Financial Times”, which however does not take into account the current political debate in
EU (Parliament Politic Magazine) – According to Andy Gibbs, the head of group technical at TaxAssist Accountants, UK businesses should commence preparations now for the upcoming VAT regulations overhaul by the EU. Even though the UK is no longer an EU member,
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Douglas Ross insists that in order to demonstrate a genuine commitment to addressing Scotland’s alarming drug death rate, Humza Yousaf must fully embrace the implementation of a Right to Recovery Bill. The leader of the Scottish Conservative
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – A former neonatal nurse has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for her conviction in the murders of seven babies under her care, along with attempted murder charges involving six other infants
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Morrisons supermarket has partnered with the NHS to introduce supplementary labels in underwear, serving as a reminder for individuals to consult their GP if they notice potential indications of breast or testicular cancer. Individuals are advised to
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – In a clear indication of the property market’s slowdown, asking prices for homes in the UK have experienced their most significant August decline since 2018. This decline follows four consecutive months of falling house prices. According to
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Banks could face penalties if they do not offer complimentary access to cash withdrawals for both individuals and businesses, as affirmed by the Treasury. A freshly introduced policy will dictate that cost-free cash withdrawals and deposits must
Russian (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The highest-ranking Russian dignitary to journey to the European Union since the commencement of the conflict is presently engaged in discussions within Hungary. The focal point of these talks is the exploration of a potential novel Black
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – As the passage of time continues, all viruses exhibit a propensity to undergo mutations, leading to alterations in their level of contagiousness, the severity of their impact on the human body, and the efficacy of vaccines and
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – As England readies itself for the Women’s World Cup final against Spain this Sunday, speculation arises about the possibility of a new addition to the calendar—a bank holiday—if the Lionesses secure victory in the tournament. Although the
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The continuous closure of a vital bridge and the resulting alternative routes have caused both residents and businesses a great deal of frustration. One business is particularly concerned about its future due to these circumstances. The A432
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – In January 2021, the United Kingdom concluded its exit from the European Union. Since then, the creative industries sector, constituting approximately 6% of the economy, has been notably affected by the decision made by Boris Johnson’s administration.
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The British Museum faced pressure this week following the termination of an employee due to the reported disappearance, theft, or damage of valuable artifacts. As one of the nation’s foremost tourist attractions, the museum is dedicated to
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Labour Member of Parliament, Jon Cruddas, has once again expressed his strong objection to the expansion of the Ultra-Low Emission Zone (ULEZ), characterising it as being “unacceptable.” Representing the Dagenham and Rainham constituency, Cruddas criticized the decision
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – A novel Covid-19 variant, which health experts are closely observing, has been identified in the UK. This marks only the fifth instance of such a variant worldwide. On Thursday, the World Health Organization and the UK Health
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The 2023 national risk register for the United Kingdom has evaluated the probability and potential consequences of food supply contamination, yielding valuable insights. In this updated register, the UK government assigned a likelihood rating of four out
EU (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The European Union announced the commencement of an inquiry to determine if the Indonesian Government is evading European Union tariffs on imported biodiesel. There are apprehensions within the EU that Indonesia might be finding ways to bypass
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
