OPINION

Rishi Sunak has ripped up decades of cross-party consensus on climate change

— The prime minister’s decision to delay or scrap green measures will make it harder for the UK to keep its climate commitments.

Front Pages

Front pages 📰 26 September 2023

— We take a look at the front pages of the main newspapers and magazines today in the UK and beyond.

Language in Politics

Donald Trump’s truth: Why liars might sometimes be considered honest – new research

— A study highlights how belief-speaking in politics, even when detached from factual accuracy, can shape political discourse and influence public perception of honesty in politics.

Long-Read

It’s limited, but Labour’s post-Brexit policy does offer voters a choice

— The domestic political landscape is shaping up with Labour offering a closer and more harmonious relationship with the EU, while the Tories maintain a more distant approach. Time is running out to address the economic and geopolitical consequences of Brexit.

HS2

Rising costs and delays don’t necessarily mean HS2 is failing

— Economists do not have the analytical tools to properly measure the full value of a megaproject. Deciding on whether to pull the plug or not is always a political matter.

War in Ukraine

Ukraine War: Mixed signals among Kyiv’s allies hint at growing conflict fatigue

— As the war nears 600 days, there are signs that support for Ukraine could be beginning to waver in some parts.

Front Pages

Front pages 📰 25 September 2023

— We take a look at the front pages of the main newspapers and magazines today in the UK and beyond.

UK Politics

Age, not class, is now the biggest divide in British politics

— The latest findings from the British Social Attitudes survey suggest younger voters appear to have little faith that public spending will be directed their way.

Front Pages

Front pages 📰 24 September 2023

— We take a look at the front pages of the main newspapers and magazines today in the UK and beyond.

Climate Policy

How Sunak’s back-pedalling on net zero could damage efforts to decarbonise Britain’s homes

— The government’s unpredictable approach to energy-efficiency has cost progress to net zero before.

Front Pages

Front pages 📰 23 September 2023

— We take a look at the front pages of the main newspapers and magazines today in the UK and beyond.

EU Citizens

EU Citizens: Cruel and unjust refusals in the EU Settlement Scheme

— The Home Office’s stringent policies are resulting in unnecessary hardship for EU citizens. Recent immigration rule adjustments have resulted in unfair rejections and a convoluted administrative process.

Electric Vehicles

Why delaying the ban on petrol and diesel cars won’t slow UK’s shift to electric vehicles

— The switch to electric vehicles is already well under way in the UK. Research even suggests it may now be unstoppable – regardless of what the government does.

COVID-19

COVID-19: Free home tests return in the US

— The US Government is set to reintroduce a free COVID-19 home testing programme next week. This initiative acknowledges the ongoing threat of COVID-19 variants. After a period where free testing became scarce, the move aims to provide accessible testing options once again.

COVID-19 VIP Lane

UK Government: Unveiling secret dealings and hidden payments during the Pandemic

— The Department of Health and Social Care has made undisclosed payments totalling £137 million to a company owned by healthcare tech magnate Frank Hester, who donated £5 million to the Conservative Party.

Front Pages

Front pages 📰 22 September 2023

— We take a look at the front pages of the main newspapers and magazines today in the UK and beyond.