Comment Writer Colette Fountain discusses the lack of female protagonists in children's literature and, in particular, the influence of Jacqueline Wilson's novels

Comment Writer Holly Pittaway discusses how blackface stems from white male fragility, arguing that sex plays an important role in blackface

Comment Writer Charlotte Whittle considers the recent reversal of trans rights in both the UK and USA, suggesting that it is an issue of human rights and a serious threat to an already vulnerable group

Comment Writer Laura Bull discusses recent flouting of social distancing measures, with many flocking to the beach, football celebrations and house parties

Comment Writer Cerys Holliday explores why there is a need for increased mental health support for LGBTQ+ community members during lockdown

Comment Writer Sophie Utteridge discusses the inspirational work of Mary Jackson, and the recent recognition of this by NASA, arguing that NASA is taking the necessary steps to tackle institutional racism

Comment Writer Katie Jellicoe discusses the 'defund the police' initiative, and argues that there is a need for a redistribution of funds to other areas of society, for example, youth centres

Comment Editor Abby Spreadborough considers Robert Jenrick's dubious involvement with a property developer in East London and the importance of affordable housing for deprived communities

Comment Writer Laura Bull discusses the Tulsa Massacre and why it is still relevant today, arguing that Trump's Tulsa rally was insensitive

Comment Editor Freya Wainstein discusses the recent sacking of Rebecca Long-Bailey, and why this is a step in the right direction for the Labour Party to regain the trust of the Jewish community

Comment Writer Katie Porteous discusses the recent slip-ups in the media from Dominic Raab and Matt Hancock, questioning whether our cabinet ministers are out of touch

A survey conducted by The Daily Telegraph shows that 12 out of 24 Russell Group Universities are planning to delay the start of the next academic year, as a result of coronavirus, News Editor Cerys Gardner reports