Why Clement Attlee’s Legacy Matters
This July marks 80 years since the 1945 General Election, where Clement Attlee’s Labour Party won a majority of 146 seats, ousting Winston Churchill from power in one of the greatest shocks in British political history. The former Prime Minister’s … Continue reading Why Clement Attlee’s Legacy Matters
Does the rise of Reform UK necessitate the FPTP system?
Reform UK enjoyed major success in the 2024 general election, and have been on the rise ever since. The only thing holding them back is the UK’s First Past the Post electoral system. Despite its democratic flaws, should the UK maintain the FPTP electoral system, to prevent the extremist Reform UK obtaining further power? Continue reading Does the rise of Reform UK necessitate the FPTP system?
Queer Sheffield: 10 Students Voices
A Sheff special to explore and celebrate queer student life in the city. With testimonies and photos all by students, this contribution to LGBTQ+ History Month is a little closer to home! Continue reading Queer Sheffield: 10 Students Voices
The Karabakh Conflict and the Minsk Group: A Case of Failed Mediation
The Khojaly Tragedy happened on the 26th of February, 1992, during the Nagorno-Karabakh War between Armenia and Azerbaijan. Armenian forces, with help from Russian troops, attacked the Azerbaijani town of Khojaly, killing hundreds of civilians. Despite extensive negotiations, the Minsk Group failed to achieve a lasting peace, culminating in the Second Karabakh War in 2020. This article explores the shortcomings of the Minsk Group, the factors that contributed to its ineffectiveness, and the broader implications for international mediation. Continue reading The Karabakh Conflict and the Minsk Group: A Case of Failed Mediation
Face to Face: Interviewing a Shadow Secretary
I’ve interviewed around a dozen people now, from some of the UK’s biggest West End stars, to playwrights and politicians. But this was the first sitting Minister or Shadow Minister I had ever spoken to, and to up the ante, the first in-person interview I had ever done. Sophie Layton interviews Shadow Culture Secretary, the Rt. Hon. Stuart Andrew MP. Continue reading Face to Face: Interviewing a Shadow Secretary
Does the Recent Referendum Signal the Death of SU Democracy?
The rapid coming and going of the Students’ Union Officer Role Referendum took the majority of the student body by storm. Evidently a complete car crash for both the SU Officers and SU management, the referendum, and the way it was handled confirmed something feared by many – ‘democracy’ in the Students’ Union is failing. Continue reading Does the Recent Referendum Signal the Death of SU Democracy?
The Resource Crisis No One Cares About
We are in a global sand crisis. Sand is the second-most used natural resource in the world, second only to water, but by 2050, we will run out of construction grade sand. With no viable alternative, the problems are mounting, but who cares? Continue reading The Resource Crisis No One Cares About
Romanians in the Congo: The Politics of Mercenaries
Although private military companies appear little more than remnants of historic mercenary forces, they are as politically-connected and internationally powerful as ever. In January the BBC reported that 300 mercenaries, mostly Romanian nationals, had been captured by the M23 rebels whilst fighting on the side of the Congolese government. Continue reading Romanians in the Congo: The Politics of Mercenaries
The Campaign Against Education Cuts
The University of Sheffield is planning to make big cuts this academic year. Students are leading the campaign against proposed cuts that will hit the staff and resources that all students rely on. Continue reading The Campaign Against Education Cuts
The Assisted Dying Vote was Monumental: Is This a Model Democracy?
The Parliamentary debate on the Terminally Ill Adults Bill was an agonising matter that divided the nation. Yet, the five-hour debate was Parliament at its very finest, so should this be the future of Parliamentary democracy? Continue reading The Assisted Dying Vote was Monumental: Is This a Model Democracy?
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