As today’s statistics from UCAS (The Universities and College Admissions Service) show, less students this year have taken up places at universities, despite a rise in the top level of […]
Category: United Kingdom
Boris and the Burka: discussing the Danish Ban
Much has been said in recent weeks about the controversial comments made by Boris Johnson in an article he penned for the Daily Telegraph, concerning the recent law banning the […]
Weak and wobbly? Senior cabinet resignations could spell trouble for May
Following the Chequers summit earlier this week, Theresa May’s cabinet has been plunged into disarray, with the resignations of David Davis, minister Steve Baker, and Boris Johnson. Both Davis and […]
This Month in Politics: June
Keeping up to date with developments in global politics and headlines can be time consuming and overwhelming. But yet, in our increasingly fast-paced world, knowing what’s happening is crucial. In […]
A Brexit update: Negotiation troubles and party division
It doesn’t seem like long ago this article was published explaining the key issues in Brexit so far. This week, lots has gone on, so once again, let us delve back into […]
The Month in Politics: May
Keeping up to date with developments in global politics and headlines can be time consuming and overwhelming. But yet, in our increasingly fast-paced world, knowing what’s happening is crucial. In […]
Monarchy in 2018: The Beginning of the End?
The Royal Wedding between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle was a ceremony like no other. It symbolised an ancient establishment apparently moving with the times. Despite the new levels […]
What’s happening with Brexit? The customs union problem explained.
Brexit seems boring, but it’s really important. So, we at The Yorker will give you a rundown of what has happened so far and what you really need to know. […]
Report from the York Union: This House Believes Britain Needs Socialism
Since the rise of Jeremy Corbyn’s Labour Party, socialism is a term that has risen to prominence in the national consciousness. Some see the gains that Labour made in […]
“An election of consolidation”: Local Elections 2018
The 2018 Local Elections were held on Thursday 3rd May. In comparison to the election in June 2017, the results are far from surprising. Both Labour and Conservative parties failed […]