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Month: January 2021

Kent theatre company left in limbo since first lockdown

The pandemic has left a theatre company in Kent in limbo and without support. Subgrey Productions is a Kent based newly-created local theatre company that was just about to go on its first tour before the lockdown hit last March….

Outrage grows amongst university students in accommodation row

Around 30% of university students live in private rented accommodation, according to House of Commons 2020 Library data. Many of whom make up this figure are continuing to pay their rent, even if they are not staying at their accommodation….

The education gap continues to grow as online learning becomes the norm

As many classrooms stand empty some people are trying to spread the word of the damage the pandemic is causing for education. Schools have been forced to close their doors once again, leaving millions of children across the country to…

Wuhan lockdown one year anniversary – a look at China today

One year ago on 23 January, the Chinese government locked down the city of Wuhan and its some 11 million people. A year later, how is China doing now? China now has two main areas of concern in terms of…

Canterbury Christmas trees collection delayed due to Covid-related staff shortage

Canterbury City Council has postponed Christmas trees collection after Covid-related staff shortage. The picking up of Christmas trees was due to take place on Monday 18th January, but the staff shortage at the waste contractor Serco has made the council…

Coronavirus boosts Veganuary sign-ups to record high

The Coronavirus has motivated a record number of people signing up for Veganuary in 2021. Veganuary, a charity which allows people to sign up on their website all year round for 31 days of vegan recipes and a free cookbook,…

The rise of anti-vaxx content: ‘Harmful to society’ according to experts

Anti-vaccine (anti-vaxx) groups continue to rise in numbers on social media despite new calls to block such accounts. The content of these accounts consists of content that actively discourages the taking of vaccines. In a crucial time like now, where…

Medway Council deny Universal Credit motion

Last night, a motion to mount pressure onto the Government regarding Universal Credit was defeated. This motion was made in response to the successful non-binding vote on the issue of extending a £20 increase in Universal Credit put forward in…

Students set sights on secret Oscar musical award

A production company in America has set its sights on an Oscar feat that no one has ever accomplished before. In 2000, The Academy Awards introduced a new category to the roster of awards already available. The Best Original Musical…

Glastonbury festival cancelled for second year in a row

Yesterday Britain’s largest and most iconic festival Glastonbury announced it would be cancelled for the second year in a row due to the Covid-19 pandemic. It adds on more heartache from the past year for music enthusiasts who saw Glastonbury…