Tanisi (Year 8) Editor's note: Current Year 9 student Tanisi wrote this short essay during their time in Year 8. It is fantastic to see some of our passionate younger students engaging with the GSAL Journal. Tanisi argues that conflict is a natural and inevitable aspect of human interaction, often driving societal change and growth … Continue reading Conflict
Rehan (Year 12) Editor's note: Year 13 student Rehan wrote this insightful essay during his time in Year 12. Post-pandemic demand for rail travel in Great Britain has surged, increasing passenger journeys and emissions, highlighting the need for modern rail infrastructure. The HS2 project was initially designed to enhance rail capacity, reduce congestion, and stimulate … Continue reading HS2: the way forward?
Diya (Year 12) Editor's note: Diya, now in Year 13, wrote this informative essay during the course of Year 12. Dental health disparities in the UK are influenced by socioeconomic and geographical factors, affecting individuals’ well-being and access to care. The essay explores causes of these disparities and proposes strategies to improve equitable dental health … Continue reading From coast to cavity: mapping disparities in dental health
Nayonika (Year 12) Editor's note: Nayonika, now in Year 13, wrote this thought-provoking essay and submitted it to the annual Northeastern University London Essay Competition. CPD The “gig economy” refers to the idea of firms hiring freelancers and temporary workers rather than permanent employees. The gig economy currently is expanding at an exponential rate revolutionising … Continue reading Does expanding the gig economy contribute positively to sustainable economic growth?
Emilia (Year 12) Editor's note: Year 12 student Emilia has aspirations to become a journalist. She has written this short but informative article for publication in the GSAL Journal to help hone her journalistic writing skills. CPD Technology is advancing every day, with the use of AI and spread of ‘fake news’ within the media … Continue reading Legislating lies: What are the laws criminalising misinformation?
Tehan (Year 12) Editor's note: Year 12 student Tehan, now in Year 13, wrote this essay for submission to the FCDO Next Generation Economics 2025 competition. They chose to answer the question: While free trade has been the dominant view in the last decades, protectionist policies are on the rise. What are the drivers of … Continue reading What are the drivers of the global moves away from free trade and how should the UK respond?
Tatiana (Year 12) Editor's note: Year 12 student Tatiana submitted this essay into the prestigious Robert Walker Prize for Essays in Law by Trinity College, Cambridge. This essay demonstrates strong academic writing skills, particularly in its structured argumentation and engagement with legal precedent. The discussion effectively balances ethical concerns—such as privacy and autonomy—with practical enforcement … Continue reading What legal issues might arise from prohibiting the sale of tobacco products to anyone born after 2008?
Diva (Year 11) Editor's note: Year 11 student Diva entered this essay into the Minds Underground Essay Competition for Economics. The Minds Underground Economics Essay Competition is aimed at students in Year 12 (though younger applicants are welcome). The competition provides students with an opportunity to engage in university-level research, hone their writing skills and … Continue reading Is universal basic income (UBI) a viable solution to inequality in the 21st century?
Thabiso (Year 13) and Rory (Year 13) Editor's note: Two Year 13 students, Thabiso and Rory, have recently had articles published in The Duchy Vixen, a quarterly magazine of art and lit and local news, based in Harrogate, North Yorkshire. CPD Rory's article entitled 'Anything but Chardonnay?' explores the ways in which climate change is … Continue reading ‘Anything but Chardonnay?’ & ‘Checkmates’
Charlotte - Year 12 Student Editor's note: Year 12 student Charlotte submitted this excellent essay in the recent Libra Essay Prize 2024. This popular annual competition is an excellent way for Sixth Form students to demonstrate that they have the makings of a scholar. It offers students a chance to prepare for the academic rigour … Continue reading Has the Rwanda Bill acted as a catalyst to expose UK citizens’ poorly protected rights?
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