british politics
UK Labour Party Splits on Syria, But This May Not Mean Electoral Disaster
Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn vehemently opposed bombing Syria, but 66 of his own MPs broke ranks and voted for it.
This Kid Tattooed British Left-Wing Heartthrob Jeremy Corbyn on His Back
If the Labour party loses, a brief moment of hope will live on forever, etched into Kieran Horsfield's flesh.
Three Sensible Suggestions to Reform the House of Lords
Here's how to solve Britain's constitutional crisis.
Britain Is Aware of Sugar’s Dangers But Still Won’t Tax It
The British government has finally released a report on the longstanding effects sugar has on both England’s public health and economy—a report that was originally scheduled to be released all the way back in July.
Are the Tories Actually Looking Out for Britain's Workers?
That's what they've been claiming at their conference, so we had a chat with some party members and local workers to help us decide if the party's supposed stance is really just a crock of shit.
Britain Might Be About to Scrap Free School Meals for Under-Sevens
According to a Sky News report, the Conservative government could be harbouring plans to axe a scheme that sees free hot lunches provided for all infant school pupils.
Britain's Labour Party Elects Leftist Jeremy Corbyn as Leader in Major Upset
Corbyn, a 66-year-old vegetarian, won by offering wealth taxes, nuclear disarmament, and ambiguity about the future of the UK’s membership in the EU.
Why Britain Needs Its Cleavage-Flaunting 'Selfie Queen,' Karen Danczuk
Any woman who has ever sent a nude Snapchat at 3 AM can relate to Karen. Anybody who has ever tried, and failed, to use their breasts to get a free drink. Anyone who secretly wants to be a little bit famous.
This Is What It's Like to Cook Subsidised Meals for British Politicians
In the House of Lords, the unelected chamber of parliament that works with the House of Commons to shape British law, members dine on caviar and saffron risotto—all subsidised by British taxpayers.
A Brit Explains the UK Election Results to Americans
We talked to Gavin Haynes about the Conservative Party's surprising upset and the prospects of an independent Scotland.
How Elite Advertisers Shaped British Politics
The way the UK understands and relates to political parties during election time has been controlled by the creative elite for the last 40 years.
Bez Forgot to Register His Anti-Fracking Party and Now No One Can Vote for Him
The unfortunately-named "Reality Party" is no longer a reality in the UK.