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The Decline of England’s High Streets
Once the beating heart of local communities, England’s high streets have long symbolised more than just places to shop; they have been hubs of employment, social connection and community involvemen...
| Stephen Morris | News
News in Brief: April 22-29, 2025
Crossbow Attack in Leeds
Two women were badly hurt in an attack using a crossbow and a gun in Leeds. A 38-year-old man, who injured himself during the incident, has been arrested. Police confirm no...
| Stephen Morris | News
News in Depth: April 24, 2025
As inflation shows signs of retreating and discussions about wages rising intensify, workers are finally being told what they’ve waited years to hear: their pay is going further. However, a closer ...
| Stephen Morris | News
News in Brief: April 15-22, 2025
Gatwick Named Worst UK Airport for Delays (Again)
Gatwick Airport was the worst in the UK for flight delays in 2024, recording an average departure delay of 23.6 minutes. While this represents a sl...
| Stephen Morris | News
Why the Steel Industry Is in Crisis
The steel industry was once a symbol of industrial might and national pride—the beating heart of Britain’s Industrial Revolution. At its peak, the UK was the world’s fifth-largest steel producer, w...
| Stephen Morris | News
News in Brief: April 7-14, 2025
In a dramatic turn of events, the UK government has taken control of the Chinese-owned British Steel plant in Scunthorpe. The emergency measure, approved in a rare Saturday sitting of Parliament, w...
| Stephen Morris | News
Birmingham Bin Strike: What's Going On?
Birmingham is in the grip of a worsening waste collection crisis, with a reported 17,000 tonnes of rubbish piling up as bin workers continue strike action that began in January 2025.
What’s the D...
| Stephen Morris | News
News in Brief: March 25 - April 7
The UK’s inflation rate showed a modest improvement, falling from 3.0% in January to 2.8% in February. Core inflation, which excludes volatile components like energy and fuel, also eased slightly f...
| Stephen Morris | News
Understanding Tariffs and Trump's Trade Policies
Tariffs are taxes or duties imposed by a government on imported goods. They serve to increase the cost of foreign products, protect domestic industries, and generate revenue.
Why Do Governments U...
| Stephen Morris | News
News in Depth
The University of Sussex has been fined £585,000 by the higher education regulator, the Office for Students (OfS), for failing to uphold freedom of speech. This landmark case highlights the ongoing...
| Stephen Morris | News