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The King’s Speech: God save the rest of us

Our democratic parliament was opened by our autocratic monarch on Thursday. What’s worse, that wasn’t the only paradox: in a speech that was meant to inspire and energise parliament for…

Why David Cameron’s appointment shows a need for constitutional reform

November the 13th brought a shocking Love Island-esque announcement from the Government as the Conservative twitter page tweeted “He’s back.” Which new bombshell would be entering Downing Street? Well the…

How should Labour respond to the cabinet reshuffle?

Sunak has shaken up his cabinet of goonies, sacking one of the four horses of the apocalypse only toreplace it with another. But what can Starmer and his band of…

How purpose-built student accommodation hurts Edinburgh residents

A purpose-built student accommodation (PSBA) refers to the enticing capitalistic endeavour of building what should be university owned accommodation and then charging rents far higher for personal gain. These have…

Loyalty cards: savings or scams?

Picture the scene: it’s the end of a long day of lectures, you’re hungry and ready for dinner. You walk around the supermarket meticulously scanning the shelves for a yellow…

Short Rant: The library is for quiet time

Look. I get it. Communication is key to human happiness. But I swear to God- take your happiness and communication ELSEWHERE. I am sitting in the library. Fourth floor. Elbow…

Economic sanctions are immoral and ineffective

Recent events in Ukraine and Gaza have raised debates over the role of countries, in particular the ‘Great Powers,’ in conflicts around the world and what they can do to…

Nigel Farage is not a celebrity: get him out of here

So, you’re a disgraced British politician, looking for a way to reinsert yourself into public consciousness or hoping to line your pockets – to the tune of £1.5million – with…