Listicles

With the upcoming general election, Labour, under Sir Keir Starmer’s leadership, promises significant changes for Britain. So, how will their policies shape our nation’s future? 1. Green New Deal Labour pledges to implement a Green New Deal, aiming for net-zero carbon emissions by 2030. This involves massive investment in renewable energy and green infrastructure, creating … Read more

As tensions between Russia and the West continue to escalate, the UK faces an unprecedented level of threat from Russian aggression. How does this intensifying threat impact the everyday lives of UK citizens, and what can we expect moving forward? 1. Military Buildup Russia has significantly increased its military presence near NATO borders, with over … Read more

Liz Truss’s political career is a textbook example of how to crash and burn in the public eye, with each new revelation only serving to confirm her as one of the most disastrous figures in recent British history.  1. Considered Slashing NHS Cancer Funding A bombshell revelation from a new book claims Truss considered cutting … Read more

With the Autumn Budget looming, the middle classes are finding themselves in the crosshairs of Labour’s fiscal policies. How did it come to this? 1. Capital Gains Tax: The Unwelcome Surprise Labour’s refusal to rule out a rise in Capital Gains Tax has middle-class investors on edge. With rates potentially aligning with income tax, many … Read more

Ever wondered why the French seem to have a chip on their shoulder when it comes to the rest of the world? Ever wondered what makes our neighbours across the Channel so famously, and sometimes infuriatingly, proud, aloof, and seemingly intolerant of anyone who isn’t, well, French? 1. Nationalism: 235 Years of Revolutionary Pride The … Read more

Is your wallet ready for the Autumn Budget 2024? With potential tax hikes and spending cuts on the horizon, here’s what you need to know before the Chancellor takes to the podium. 1. Capital Gains Tax: The Treasury’s Favourite ATM Expect a hike in Capital Gains Tax rates, possibly bringing them in line with income … Read more

Ever had a car that spent more time with the mechanic than on the road? A car that turned every journey into a game of “Will we actually get there?” If so, you might just see a familiar face (or should we say, chassis) in our countdown to the most unreliable British car in history. … Read more

Since Brexit, the EU has been grappling with multiple crises and internal conflicts. Can the bloc hold itself together in these turbulent times? 1. Leadership Deadlock The EU struggles with leadership battles, preventing consensus on essential reforms. This gridlock undermines efforts to present a united front on global issues. 2. Economic Stagnation Decades of low … Read more

Ah, Americans. You can hear them before you see them, and you can’t help but both chuckle and cringe at their quirks. With their endearing yet slightly baffling ways, here’s a look at why they keep us British perpetually amused and occasionally bemused. 1. Volume Levels Their inside voice is our shouting at a football … Read more

Retirement in the UK is far from the golden years many envision. Here are 20 critical ways in which the system is failing British retirees, casting a shadow over their post-work life. 1. Inadequate State Pension The UK state pension is one of the least generous in the developed world, leaving many retirees struggling to … Read more