Everyone, Everyday: Talking About What Matters
An existing scheme has been modified meaning that prisoners can now be released up to 70 days early, to combat overcrowding in jails in England and Wales. An Overcrowding Problem As of March 2024, 88,220 of the 89,000 places in English and Welsh prisons were occupied, leaving just 780 places available. Tackling the Issue A … Read more
The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee is expected to maintain interest rates at 5.25% in their upcoming meeting. It’ll come as a blow to many, with some hoping to have seen rates fall already. Interest Rates Determine More Than Mortgage Costs The base interest rates affect more than just mortgages. They impact all kinds … Read more
The London Borough of Havering was on the brink of financial collapse just weeks ago, but a loan of £54 million has now been accepted. With 26 councils in the UK teetering on the verge of bankruptcy, others won’t be so lucky. Budget Approval Amid Crisis Havering Council successfully signed off its budget after the … Read more
Let’s look at the reasons why the military’s recruitment posters are gathering dust in 2024: 1. The Call of Duty Generation Prefers Virtual Battles Why join the army when you can experience the thrill of combat from the comfort of your sofa? Modern warfare, with its distinct lack of respawn points, just can’t compete with … Read more
Ever had a car that spent more time with the mechanic than on the road? A car that turned every journey into a game of “Will we actually get there?” If so, you might just see a familiar face (or should we say, chassis) in our countdown to the most unreliable British car in history. … Read more
In a land where ancient cathedrals once echoed with the sounds of worship, Christianity seems to be quietly stepping into the shadows. Here’s a light-hearted look at why this age-old tradition might be losing its grip on the British Isles. 1. Sunday Shopping Why sit in a pew when you can peruse the aisles of … Read more
Paying for things in the UK can sometimes feel like participating in an extreme sport, especially when compared to the rest of Europe. From the perplexingly high costs of certain goods and services to the peculiarities of British living, here’s a look at 15 things that might just have you questioning whether Brits are participating … Read more
A survey from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has shown that over 7 million UK adults are struggling to manage household finances. Increased Cost of Living to Blame The data in the report shows that the increased cost of living is to blame for financial stress, with mortgages, rents, utilities and food prices all increasing … Read more
Britain’s biggest mortgage lender, Halifax, reported that house prices fell in March – the first fall in six months for the UK housing market. Higher Borrowing Costs Cooling Market The lender said that higher mortgage rates stunted buying ability and appetite, leading to a 1% (£2,900) drop in average purchase price. The average UK property … Read more
The release of the Cass report into NHS Gender care has amplified the UK based culture war around transgender issues, with conflicting views from within the UK and the world at large. Here’s the full story. Toxic Mix The debate surrounding transgender rights and care in the UK has become a toxic mix of culture … Read more