Grant Gallacher

MPs’ groundbreaking proposal to decriminalize abortion up to 24 weeks in England and Wales ignites passionate debates, signalling a pivotal moment in the fight for reproductive rights and healthcare reform. Here’s the full story. Roe v Wade Following the overturning of Roe v Wade in the United States, reproductive rights and safe, legal abortion access … Read more

MPs have challenged the Charity Commission’s handling of its Global Warming Policy Foundation investigation, alleging unlawful delay and highlighting concerns over the think tank’s climate scepticism. Here’s the full story.  Hard to Ignore As the world continues to heat up, and this spring is already set to see more record-breaking weather events, from heat waves … Read more

Amidst mounting concerns over proposed spending cuts, economists warn of dire consequences for UK public services if Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s budgetary plans are implemented. Here’s the full story.  Sounding the Alarm Image Credit: Shutterstock / Matej Kastelic As the UK election comes ever closer, economists are sounding the alarm over the potential fallout from planned … Read more

In a historic session marked by tumult and political manoeuvring, Speaker Lindsay Hoyle issued a rare apology amidst parliamentary uproar following a divisive debate on the Gaza conflict. Here’s the whole story. Uncharted Territory The House of Commons found itself in uncharted territory as the parliamentary debate on Gaza descended into chaos. The ongoing farce … Read more

Labour MP Stella Creasy denounces the alarming trend of targeting MPs in their homes, emphasising the urgent need to uphold democratic values amidst rising threats and intimidation. Here’s the full story. Dangerous Farce There has been an overwhelming feeling recently that politics is descending into a farce that would be funny were it not so … Read more

Legal experts warn that removing a crucial defence for UK climate protesters could undermine the fundamental right to trial by jury, sparking debates over the boundaries of lawful dissent. Here’s the whole story. Nothing is Sacred The UK government seems to hold few things sacred, but one of the topics it has been most active … Read more

Sir Chris Whitty encourages citizens to embrace traditional methods for healthy ageing, advocating for exercise, nutrition, and social engagement in his annual report on Health in an Ageing Society. Here’s the whole story. Sick Note of Europe Compared to European countries, Britain’s health outcomes are markedly worse, with higher avoidable mortality and treatable mortality rates … Read more

Newly elected MP George Galloway’s accusations of UK involvement in the Moscow terror attack have ignited controversy and drawn harsh criticism from fellow MPs. Here’s the full story. Stirring Up Controversy In the aftermath of the tragic Moscow terror attack, newly elected MP George Galloway did what he does best by stirring up controversy surrounding … Read more

Former minister Sir Alan Duncan issues a stark warning, cautioning that Tory right-wingers’ infighting risks destroying the Conservative Party for ‘more than a generation,’ amidst bleak electoral prospects and controversies over immigration policy and adherence to the European Convention on Human Rights. Here’s the full story. Conservative Meltdown The Conservative party’s meltdown ahead of the … Read more

New data reveals that 15% of UK households faced food insecurity last month, sparking concerns over widening health inequalities and the adequacy of social support systems amidst the ongoing cost of living crisis. Here’s the full story. Food Insecurity Image Credit: Shutterstock / Lolostock New data reveals that 15% of UK households faced food insecurity … Read more