On a train journey across England I take a trip into my past
In some ways Thatcher, humble of birth but ascending into mock aristocracy, was one of our cleverest leaders.…
The challenge of counting hidden homelessness in Britain
By its very nature, hidden homelessness is unseen and there is no UK-wide definition of it, which makes…
Mother Mary Comes to Me by Arundhati Roy review – words of wisdom
Roy remains steadfast in her criticism against the ever-growing horrors of Hindu nationalism. Though she has endured abuse,…
Letters: If it was about national pride, the flags would’ve been flying sooner
It is not beneficial to trade away this country’s assets. Building a better Britain for all, not moaning…
Glasgow’s Citizens Theatre reopens after a seven-year intermission
Each now underpin the return of this Victorian theatre which has been at the cultural core of the…
Wildfires are on the rise in Britain. So how do we protect ourselves?
Crews can often hike for an hour carrying their gear before they even reach the flames, as appliances…
What St George’s flags across England means for national identity
For some, flags have been weaponised and the never-ending exposure has them flagging. That’s particularly true in a…
Saraswati by Gurnaik Johal review – connections across the Indian diaspora
Saraswati is Gurnaik Johal’s first novel, named for the river goddess, who, following myth, once rippled across Northern…
Wildfire, cheese and buses: Robin Ince’s Edinburgh Fringe 2025
Read more: In the evening, I would sit on the bus, hatching plans with Jo who would patiently…
Don’t believe what people are saying about London
Read more: London, like all cities, is constantly evolving. On the whole, the spirit remains the same: while…