Politics

As the war in Ukraine continues, divisions are emerging amongst Russian forces

Through a smaller coronation from the last, the new King has become the new figurehead of the commonwealth. Though for some, it has been an unwelcome change.

Nouse reports on the potential impact of Labour's smoking ban on students and the wider city

Nouse reports on potential changes to Labour's planning policy

Lucy Bartholomew investigates the responses of the media and political actors in the wake of the assassination attempt on Donald Trump.

Zoha Nadeem provides insight on the largest general election which took place in India this year

Nouse investigates the financial interests of local general election candidates Julian Sturdy and Rachael Maskell

Jacob Starr provides an overview of the British political stratosphere in the murky midst of the General Election.

Antonia Shipley reports on what unfolded in the media room, consulting with academics and politicians, and asking questions that matter to young people and students across campus.

Nouse attended the York and North Yorkshire mayoral count in Harrogate, speaking to candidates, counters and party agents as the event unfolded

Zoha Nadeem reports the candidates standing to be the next mayor of North Yorkshire.

Zoha Nadeem explores the current electoral situation in Pakistan and what it means for democracy in the troubled nation.

Nouse reports on Leigh Turner's lessons in diplomacy

Electoral entropy ensues in the Greater Manchester town of Rochdale, a town which has been torn by poor policy and politicians

Michelle O' Neill becomes Northern Ireland's first minister, making history as the first nationalist, republican and Catholic to hold the role

Omar Amin discusses how the NHS and burgeoning health inequalities will play a key role in the next General Election

In January this year, Rishi Sunak outlined his five pledges for helping Britain take back control of the mess it has found itself in. Political Editor Tom Lindley analyses how successful Sunak has been in delivering his pledges.

The poster-boy of Realpolitik, Henry Kissinger’s work as an American statesman and diplomat has left a notable impact on the world. Now, at the age of 100, he has passed away, leaving behind a legacy of complex foreign policy.

Jack Rogers (he/him) looks into the implications of the 2023 by-election

Will Northern Ireland return to power sharing?

ErdoÄŸan claims victory in Turkey's recent election

The government is set to enact a significant overhaul of rental legislation, reshaping the housing market for years to come.

As Britain’s railway workers continue to strike, should the government be looking for more radical solutions?

As reports of the Sudanese power struggle begin to circulate, many are now looking at the response from the West.

Criticism over government policy in Germany highlights the trade-off between the environment and economy

President Biden's address emphasised his commitment to US workers, as the 2024 election draws closer

The shift towards more nationalist, populist government has raised concerns over insecurity in our political systems

Student engagement with political canvassing in York

The Prime Minister's vision for all pupils in England to study maths to 18 has been heavily criticised, but there is merit in equipping future generations for our changing economy

Property prices fell at the fastest rate in over a decade, as mortgage affordability worsens