Debut writer, Josh Wright questions whether the UK’s Counter-Terrorism policy is up to parr after the recent attack that struck a women’s hospital in Liverpool.
Essay: Is a US/China war inevitable?
With military build up on both sides of the globe, it is time to question whether a conflict is on the horizon. Josh Bate discusses the possibility of conflict and what it might look like giving a historic and contemporary context.
Cashes to Caches?
In his debut piece, Ben Stewart discusses a possible future in which cash becomes obsolete.
Nato Expansion and the Russian Problem
Josh Bate discusses the future of Nato and its possible expansion.
The Climate Crisis: COP26 or Cop out?
With COP26 underway, debut writer Toby Chapman explores the recent developments in climate change policy. How far will states go to maximise the safety of others?
Should there be more security for MPs? The death of Sir David Amess
After the recent death of Sir David Amess MP, there have been calls to increase the security for MPs. Hattie Graham discusses the narrative surrounding security, and how we can preserve the nature of our democracy.
Capital punishment and the UK – should it be reintroduced?
Following the sentencing of Sarah Everard’s killer, the conversation around the death penalty has risen to new heights. Ruby Winter examines the arguments for and against capital punishment, and considers what its reintroduction in the UK would look like.
Behind Vaccine Hesitancy: A History of Medical Abuse and Systemic Racism
Clarissa Leung discusses the history of racial abuse in the US healthcare system and the negative perceptions is has created for Covid vaccines.
Love Bomb: The West’s obsession with dropping bombs and extrajudicial killing
A forever changing nature of war has led to many criticisms against the West for their involvement in extrajudicial killing (the targeted murder of individuals without regard for formal legal processes.)This creates many implications that have bled into international human rights law. Josh Bate considers the West’s use of drones that have formed a new era of state violence.
Online dating in 2021 – is it time to swipe left?
Dating has had a radical overhaul thanks to online monopolies such as Tinder. Tasha Johnson questions whether the pursuit of love is still possible, and more importantly, should we swipe left on dating apps altogether?
Tasers: The harmless weapon that keeps on killing
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.
The ethics of influencing: Do social media stars have an obligation to promote sustainable fashion?
Social media influencers can regularly be found promoting the latest fashion brands, in turn fuelling trends and the cycle of fast fashion. Evie Buller examines the responsibilities of these influencers, and discusses whether encouraging sustainability should be a pre-requisite of their role.