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) – 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
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Despite the warning from one of the government’s top public health officials that the coronavirus has not disappeared, millions of people under the age of 65 in England will not receive flu and Covid vaccinations this winter.
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Rishi Sunak, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, has announced plans to host a global summit in London this autumn, focusing on the crucial issue of safety in artificial intelligence. This decision comes as Sunak expresses his deep
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – A think tank has issued a warning that the spending power of workers in several UK regions will not recover to pre-pandemic levels until the end of 2024. The National Institute for Economic and Social Research (Niesr)
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The pursuit of renewable jet fuels is rapidly gaining traction as the aviation sector strives to diminish its carbon footprint and achieve ambitious climate targets. In light of the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) pledge to slash
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Conservative Member of Parliament, Nadine Dorries, is currently at risk of being expelled from Parliament. If she fails to attend for a continuous period of six months it will be difficult for her to stay. This idea
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – London’s Brick Lane, renowned for its vibrant street art scene, has recently become a topic of discussion due to the emergence of slogans promoting Chinese Communist Party ideology on one of its walls. Videos circulating online captured
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – New research suggests that a significant portion of the British population is hesitant to discuss their digestive health symptoms, with 33% feeling embarrassed to do so. Furthermore, a staggering 64% of individuals expressed a desire for more
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – According to the latest Business Trends report from BDO, hiring intentions and business confidence in both the services and manufacturing sectors experienced declines in July, signaling a slowdown in economic growth. BDO’s Employment Index fell for the
Asylum seekers settled aboard a docked barge in south-west England on Monday, a highly controversial project that has become symbolic of the British government’s fight against immigration. The first group of migrants boarded the “Bibby Stockholm” on Monday, a huge barge 93
Europe (Parliament Politic Magazine) – This year commemorates the 30th anniversary of the European Union, a significant milestone in European history. In 1993, the implementation of the Maastricht Treaty marked the beginning of an extraordinary experiment in supranational governance and shared sovereignty.
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The first group of British nationals has safely arrived in Paris after being evacuated from Niger. Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden confirmed that 14 Britons were on board the French flight on Wednesday. The evacuated citizens have
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – According to research conducted by a property developer, it is imperative for the government to ensure the delivery of an average of 67,500 new homes per quarter by the end of the upcoming year. This ambitious goal
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The Government has unveiled a cutting-edge vaccine research facility aimed at preventing future pandemics from causing the same level of disruption as Covid-19. Known as the Vaccine Development and Evaluation Centre (VDEC), this state-of-the-art facility is located
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – According to a survey of over 4,000 firms, business confidence took a hit last month due to concerns about the sluggish UK economy, resulting in a dampening effect on companies’ plans to expand their workforce. Optimism has
EU (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The impact of Brexit on Sweden’s energy market is a complex issue that demands a thorough comprehension of the multiple factors involved. With the United Kingdom (UK) officially departing from the European Union (EU) on January 31,
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Ever since the Taliban assumed power in Afghanistan, the situation in the country has been deteriorating steadily. Consequently, Afghanistan has experienced a significant setback. A recent report reveals that Official Development Assistance (ODA) has reduced humanitarian aid
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Storm Antoni, the primary storm of the season as named by the Met Office, has made landfall in the UK. Forecasters are cautioning that the powerful winds may pose a threat to life due to flying debris.
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – One of Britain’s largest lenders to small businesses, Shawbrook Group, is currently developing plans for a £3.5bn merger with the Co-operative Bank. According to sources, Shawbrook Group has recently approached the owners of the Co-operative Bank to
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – A novel strain of COVID-19, referred to as Eris and scientifically labeled as EG.5.1, is rapidly spreading throughout the United Kingdom. This variant, a sub-variant of Omicron, has been officially identified and declared by the UK Health
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – UK media, including the BBC and Financial Times, have reported that post-Brexit food import restrictions and checks are expected to be delayed for the fifth time. However, the implications for travelers from France remain uncertain if and
London (Parliament Politic Magazine) – Comedian Eddie Izzard has recently embarked on a campaign to secure a position as a Labour Member of Parliament in Brighton during the upcoming general election. At the age of 61, Izzard made the announcement, expressing her
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – UK farmers have issued a warning regarding the negative impact of the cool and wet summer on the harvests of various crops, including wheat, oilseed, and potatoes. This has raised concerns about potential food price inflation. The
UK (Parliament Politic Magazine) – The healthcare system in the UK is currently facing significant strain, as funding is not reaching the front-line services and necessary infrastructure changes. However, a new study proposes an innovative solution to alleviate this pressure: conducting certain
