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Is normality idealised or disparaged?

Is normality idealised or disparaged?

Holly Palmer Normality has many different definitions and is often defined by what it is not, with our understanding of abnormality acting as a basis for how we define what is normal. These classifications of abnormality include: * Deviation from social norm - when behaviour differs from the accepted standards of

What are the drivers of wealth inequality in the UK and how can they be addressed?

What are the drivers of wealth inequality in the UK and how can they be addressed?

Nathan Samuel The rich are getting richer. Let’s find out why. Wealth inequality refers to how unevenly assets are distributed among a population. Wealth is measured by taking the market value of one’s physical and intangible assets and subtracting the value of their liabilities. Wealth inequality creates significant

Innovation’s Role in Economic Growth

Innovation’s Role in Economic Growth

Luq Hobbs-Iskander For many centuries before the industrial revolution, economic growth remained stagnant due to the lack of technology and innovation: Farms being harvested manually, global trade being severely limited, and many more similar reasons. Then, in the late 18th century, economies all over the world started to grow exponentially

Is the gender pay gap a source of market failure?

Is the gender pay gap a source of market failure?

Chloe Jones The most persistent myth about the gender pay gap is that it doesn't exist at all. Influential figures like Charlie Kirk and Candace Owens have dismissed it as liberal propaganda. In reality, the term ‘gender pay gap’ is often misunderstood. It’s not about paying a

Is Patient Autonomy Always Ethical?

Is Patient Autonomy Always Ethical?

Amelie Patel What is Patient Autonomy? In modern medicine, patient autonomy is regarded as a cornerstone of ethical practice. It refers to the right of the individual to make informed decisions about their own healthcare, based on their values, beliefs, and understanding. Whether this means accepting or refusing treatment, choosing

Should 16/17 year olds be allowed to vote in the UK?

Should 16/17 year olds be allowed to vote in the UK?

Fred Lindsay On June 13th 2024, the Labour Party released their manifesto titled ‘Change’. No proposed policy in the manifesto summed up the title better than the party stating that if they were to win the upcoming general election, they would give 16 and 17-year-olds the right to vote in

Perspective #15: Summer 2025

Perspective #15: Summer 2025

Chloe Jones July 9th - The Shortest Day in History On July 9th, the Earth spun round a few milliseconds faster than ever before - making it the shortest day in history. While some scientists viewed this anomaly as a result of climate instability, others dismissed it as a normal