Why do we need more women in politics?

In her first column, Aoife Clements reflects on the progress of women in politics over the last century.

Is first-past-the-post on its last breath?

The issue of electoral reform has returned to the floor of the House of Commons following a signed online petition calling for voting change. In the aftermath of another hung parliament election, MPs on Monday debated whether first-past-the-post voting should be scrapped for proportional representation. “As a country we pride ourselves on our strong commitment […]

The ghosts of Lebanon’s past, present and yet to come

British democracy prevails: what’s all the fuss about?