Tag Politics

The Risks and Realities of the UK’s “Pills by Post” Abortion Scheme: A Call for Safeguards

In recent years, the UK’s approach to abortion has undergone significant changes, particularly with the introduction and permanence of the “pills by post” scheme. Initially implemented as a temporary measure during the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020, this telemedicine-based system…

The Evolution and Crisis of Autism Diagnosis: From Rare Syndrome to Overstretched Label – Time for a Rethink

Introduction I was inspired to write this article after reading a piece in the Sunday Times: Six decades ago, autism was a little-known condition affecting perhaps 1 in 2,500 children, described in stark clinical terms as “childhood psychosis.” Today, recorded…

February 21st, 1848 – The Publication of The Communist Manifesto In England

February 21st, 1848, marks the publication of The Communist Manifesto (originally titled Manifest der Kommunistischen Partei, or Manifesto of the Communist Party), a seminal political pamphlet authored by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels in London. Commissioned by the Communist League,…

Responding to the DfE Consultation on Keeping Children Safe in Education

Why Responding to the DfE Consultation on Keeping Children Safe in Education Matters for Safeguarding Our Children in Schools

Introduction: Why Responding to the DfE Consultation on Keeping Children Safe in Education Matters for Safeguarding Our Children in Schools In a statement released on February 12, 2026, Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson emphasised the government’s commitment to child safety, drawing…

Pornhub’s UK Access Restriction: Examining the OSA, Child Protection, and Combating Exploitation

Pornhub’s UK Access Restriction: Examining the (OSA) Online Safety Act, Child Protection, and Combating Exploitation on Adult Sites Introduction In a bold move highlighting tensions between online platforms and regulatory efforts, Pornhub, the world’s largest pornography website owned by Aylo…

The Perils of Assisted Dying: A Case Against Legalisation in the UK

Introduction The debate surrounding assisted dying, also known as assisted suicide or euthanasia, has intensified in the United Kingdom in recent years, particularly with the progression of the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill through Parliament. As of January…

Decline in UK School Participation in Holocaust Memorial Day: A Concerning Trend Since October 7th

Introduction Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD), is observed annually on 27th, January, and serves as a poignant reminder of the atrocities of the Holocaust and subsequent genocides. It was established by the UK government in 2001, following the 2000 Stockholm International…