The UK National Alert System: More Anticlimax than Conspiracy
The Government alert system test, whilst a goldmine for conspiracy theorists, has ultimately proven to be no more than an anticlimax
Bye Bye Bully: Raab Reels At His Own Resignation
Dominic Raab’s exit as Deputy PM proves that Parliament has a bullying problem. But can this case serve to ensure MPs face more accountability in future?
Diane Abbott will live to regret making herself a reckless martyr
In comparing the prejudice faced by Jews and others to redheads, Diane Abbott has destroyed her anti-racist credentials and brought a miserable end to a remarkable legacy
STI Stigma: Why we must stop being ashamed of discussing sexual health
It’s time to accept that the squeamish taboo around talking about STIs is having serious implications for our health and wellbeing.
There’s more to a degree than its graduate prospects
How important are job prospects when choosing a degree? Whilst it would be impractical to ignore the facts altogether, there are always more factors to consider
Matt Hancock’s cocked up (again!)
Why Matt Hancock’s lockdown WhatsApps might tell us more about the woman who leaked them
Why can’t the media call domestic violence as it is?
Fiona Bruce’s comments regarding domestic violence on the BBC’s Question Time demonstrate just how much the media has to learn.
The illegal “Illegal Migration” bill
The Conservatives strike again. This time, it’s their new inhumane, irresponsible plan to stop migration at the Channel.
Gomez goss, Bieber fever and the frightening power of TikTok clicks
TikTok has propelled celebrity gossip and status to new heights, with the Gomez-Bieber feud being the tip of the iceberg.
The global response to the Turkey-Syria Earthquake: What needs to change?
The UN’s slow response in delivering aid to earthquake-ravaged Turkey and Syria reflects global structural imbalances and inadequacies in global relief strategy.
Roald Dahl and the politics of language
To censor the works of Roald Dahl would be counterproductive, and would protect no one. So why are we doing it?
Honey, I shrunk the kids’ faith in democracy
Voting and political engagement among young people is too low – the Mancunion explores why, and how young people can be better encouraged to take part in democracy.
GaryGate: The BBC’s (failing) quest for impartiality
In its obsession with impartiality, the BBC has put itself in an impossible situation
The cost-of-living crisis is not just a buzzword – it’s time to fix it
With the Lead MCR elections in full swing, it’s high time we started treating the cost-of-living crisis as more than a vote-scoring exercise
No more leading ladies? The disappearance of women in politics
With three major resignations in the months leading up to International Women’s Day, we need women in politics now more than ever
My generation: Why the youth of today are still a force for change
Don’t let the likes of Andrew Tate fool you into losing hope in progressive politics, our generation can still be a force for change
The unseen costs of MP donations
With the extent of donations made to local MPs now made clear, it’s time to spell out why these ‘gifts’ come at a price.
To Baby or not to baby: Rihanna’s media mother frenzy
News of famous pregnancies and baby announcements gain audiences. That much is clear. But the media coverage of these celebrity pregnancies focuses more on cynical PR rather than praising the mothers.
It’s time to demand compensation for UCU strikes
Amid the largest-ever university staff strikes, it’s possible for students to demand compensation, and support their lecturers in doing so