A positive step for asylum seekers: Durham Students’ Union passes #LiftTheBan motion
Ella Turney discusses Durham Student Union’s decision to support #LiftTheBan.
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Are green energy tariffs really that sustainable?
George Pickthorn discusses the implementation of new green energy tariffs, arguing that a genuinely sustainable energy system will only occur with greater public demand.
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Third wave: the most devastating for young people yet
Emma King reflects on the impact of the third Covid-19 wave, arguing that there needs to be a greater recognition of the impact of restrictions on young people.
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MBEs – celebration of success or a reminder of Britain’s colonialist past?
Holly Downes reflects on the history of MBEs and questions whether they are the correct way to celebrate career successes.
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Don’t be fooled by the façade of the ‘war on woke’
Anna Noble reflects on the UK’s ‘woke’ culture war, and argues that this war should be given less prevalence in society.
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The deadly emptiness of culture wars
William Costley discusses the seriousness of modern culture wars.
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Fat isn’t fashion: DUCFS fails the plus-size community once again
Sophie Manion criticises the lack of plus-size representation in the Durham University Charity Fashion Show (DUCFS), arguing that the event isn’t really about fashion at all.
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Nadia Whittome and the stigma around mental health
Holly Downes discusses why we need to reconsider outdated attitudes to PTSD in light of Nadia Whittome MP taking a break from her duties.
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Confusing, complacent and contradictory: government messaging during the pandemic
Joshua Guillen outlines the flaws in the UK’s ‘sloganistic’ approach to communication, arguing that the government needs to be clearer when it comes to making and explaining decisions.
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A bleak political landscape: public apathy to government incompetence
Matthew Lambert argues that the Conservatives’ unwavering electoral support following Dominic Cummings’ recent accusations of incompetence exposes a culture of apathy and distrust in politicians.
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