Articles

Pakistan: What Nawaz Sharif's win means for Pakistan's neighbours

30 May 2013
Nawaz Sharif's victory at the polls is welcomed by countries in the region hoping for a more stable Pakistan. Much will depend on how effectively he is able to work with the Pakistani army. As prime…

Roulette machines: the crack cocaine of gambling

27 May 2013
Known as the crack cocaine of gambling, roulette machines have attracted new interest this year after research showed there was a far higher number of the terminals in poor areas of high unemployment than on richer…

Iona Community tackles stigma and injustice of poverty

27 May 2013
The Iona Community is continuing its work in tackling poverty as it enters its 75th anniversary and the 1450th anniversary of Columba’s landing on the island. Iona Community Board Convener Allan Gordon. said: “In most nations…

Appeals for calm after killing of Drummer Lee Rigby

27 May 2013
The National Church Leaders Forum has condemned the killing of Drummer Lee Rigby in Woolwich this week and pleaded for calm amid reports of a backlash against the Muslim community. Leaders in the forum, which exists…