Historic Appointment Ends Months of Uncertainty Baroness Anne Longfield, former children’s commissioner for England, has been appointed to chair the national grooming gangs inquiry, ending almost six months of delays since the government first announced the inquiry. The Labour peer will step down from the party as she carries out the inquiry’s work, ensuring independence […]
Introduction: The Enduring Influence of Boris Johnson Boris Johnson served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 2019 to 2022, leading the country through Brexit, the COVID-19 pandemic, and support for Ukraine during the Russian invasion. Though he stepped down from office over three years ago, Johnson remains a prominent figure in international affairs, […]
Celebrating a Political Icon’s Centenary The 100th anniversary of Margaret Thatcher’s birth is being marked in the United Kingdom and around the world with a series of events celebrating the influence of the first woman to be British prime minister. At the Conservative party conference, attendees celebrated her centenary with a ‘Maggie’s 100th’ themed party […]
Understanding the Significance of Force in Modern Security The concept of ‘force’ has emerged as a critical issue in global discourse during 2025, spanning from controversial law enforcement tactics during civil protests to international military defence commitments. These developments reflect fundamental questions about when, how, and under what circumstances force should be deployed—whether by police […]
Thailand in the Spotlight: Border Tensions and Political Crisis Thailand finds itself at a critical juncture in late 2025, grappling with renewed military conflict along its border with Cambodia and significant political instability at home. These developments have profound implications not only for Thailand’s domestic affairs but also for regional stability in Southeast Asia. Border […]
Introduction: A Controversial Comeback Former British Prime Minister Liz Truss has made a striking return to public life with the launch of The Liz Truss Show, which premiered on Friday, 6 December 2025. This new venture marks a bold attempt by Britain’s shortest-serving prime minister, who left office after her 2022 mini-budget spooked the financial […]
