Speaking about the recent cases of Taser misuse in police enforcement, Jessica Tait takes us through the brief history of the Taser and the unintended implications they have caused.
Wakefield Council rejects plans for a ‘homeless hostel’, citing antisocial behaviour and crime fears
Wakefield Council has rejected plans for a homeless hostel, stating that the proposed plan would raise concerns of antisocial behaviour and crime in the area. Terry Smith, who first submitted plans for the accommodation in […]
Leeds SolidariTee hold week of action for refugee crisis
The Leeds division of the student-led charity, Solidaritee, are holding a week of action to raise awareness and support change in the refugee crisis.
Boris Johnson’s planned cuts to Universal Credit to affect 5.7 million families
Boris Johnson has caused controversy following his plan to cut Universal Credit by £20-a-week in April despite criticism from Labour and Red Wall Tories in his own party. The government had previously increased Universal Credit […]
Headteachers and the Department for Education: Will they resolve their issues in 2021?
Jess Tait explores the conflict between teachers and the government throughout the pandemic. Whilst both agree that education is important, ‘this foundation does not seem to bring them together’.
Should the Law Protect Redheads From Prejudice?
With ‘Gingerism’ still remaining ubiquitous in modern British society, Jess Tait ponders upon the fine line between prejudice and oppression.
Low traffic neighbourhoods: a ‘drive’ in the right direction
Leeds City Council began its first ‘low traffic neighbourhood’ (LTN) trials this month in Hyde Park and Chapeltown following funding from the Department of Transport. The implementation of LTN trials, also known as ‘active travel […]
Children’s rights or the criminalisation of good parents? Scotland’s ban on smacking comes into effect.
With Scotland’s smacking ban coming in to force, Jess Tait explores the age old debate of when discipline becomes harm.
Riley Awards Goes Virtual for 2020
LUU Riley Awards goes virtual this year due to Covid-19 Pandemic