Exeter University’s Debating Society hosted its annual Question Time on Friday 18 November between four of the university’s political societies, hosted by chairman Alex Martin. There was a bustling atmosphere in Amory’s Moot Room for the event, which attracted over 100 attendees.
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Outlived by a lettuce: an investigation into Liz Truss’ time in office
Harry Mcphail takes a look at Liz Truss’ time in office and how the Prime Minister was outlived by a lettuce.
Can anyone become Prime Minister?
As the UK takes on its fifth PM in six years, Charlie Gershinson evaluates Rishi Sunak’s rise to power and whether this implies that anyone can do it.
Conservative representative for Exeter announces revocation of support for the party
A prominent Exeter Conservative has publicly renounced his association with the Tories, claiming its “dog whistle” driven “damaging” cabinet and “incompetent” leadership are sending the country down a destructive pathway.
Liz Truss’ tax U-turn — are the Conservatives detached from reality?
With further economic decline and repeated U-turns, Benedict Thompson evaluates the current state of government representation.
A new era of conservatism
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Iran and political prisoners: Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe’s release
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe and Anoosheh Ashoori were released five months ago after a gruelling imprisonment in Evin prison, Tehran at a break in the political deadlock between Iran and Britain.
Roe v Wade overturned: what does the future hold for the United States?
Following the Supreme Court’s vote to overturn Roe v Wade, Features Editor Maggie John discusses what this means for the country’s future and women’s rights.
Korea Move: Korea Politicians
Korea Move: Korean Politicians and the 2022 Presidential Election In another instalment of her recurring segment, Korea Move, Cleo covers the politics of South Korea and talks about the promises made during the recent presidential election that threw out Moon Jae-in The 20th President of South Korea will take office in May, following a March […]