Ruby Stockham
Ruby Stockham was formerly a staff writer at Left Foot Forward. She has a Masters degree in Modern Literature and was the winner of The Spectator's 2013 prize for travel writing.
Charles Kennedy on Iraq, Scotland and the need for a friendlier politics
In memory of Charles Kennedy, we look back at some of his most memorable comments
Cameron’s hypocrisy on defence spending will damage the UK
Aside from the risks to national security, the PM's low spending risks inciting hostility from the Europe he needs to keep on side
Five reasons we desperately need to change the voting system
22 million voters had no influence on the outcome of the election
New drug laws will be disastrous for medical research, say experts
Current laws have already hindered research into treatment of Parkinson's disease
There can be no one-size-fits-all for deradicalisation
We need diverse counter narratives to deal with diverse personalities
Cruel new cut threatens vulnerable young people with homelessness
Removing housing benefit will make it harder for young people to start work