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1.  Introduction The current technological landscape consists of swiftly developing information and communications technologies. This has heightened the issues related to the security of the information stored on such technological devices (Ghazal et al., 2019). As a result, previous studies have debated the most suitable approach for enhancing the security of these systems (Metoui, 2018;[...]

The impact of COVID-19 on the mental health of people has been significant. The onset of common mental illnesses such as anxiety disorders and depression were previously anticipated by the research community (Hyland et al., 2020; Kanter & Manbeck, 2020; Shevlin et al., 2020). Self-isolation, social distancing measures have been linked, in the past, to[...]

Introduction Climate change and its detrimental impacts has been felt across the world, both in the short term (natural climate hazards such as floods and cyclones) as well as in the long term. The world has witnessed changing weather patterns and degradation of the natural environment. According to the Millennium Ecosystem Assessment, loss of biodiversity[...]

‘Christabel’ (1816) is a mystifying Gothic poem in its uncanniness, raising more questions than answers. The fragmentary nature is fundamental to the obscurity and uncertainty present with the female characters: Geraldine and Christabel. The passage employs horror and terror effects such as the supernatural concerning Geraldine’s identity and the setting of a forest, both of[...]

Alexander Pope’s The Rape of the Lock (1714) is a mock-heroic poem, imitating the elevated language of classical epics through ‘[describing] in inflated terms a trivial subject’ (Terry, p.364) in a ceremonious manner. The poem is based upon a real incident: Lord Petre had cut a lock of Miss Arabella Fermor’s hair, enraging the Fermors[...]

Daphne Du Maurier’s Rebecca (1938) and Stephen King’s The Shining (1977) explore the horror of isolation. The characters face the destructive effects of physical and mental isolation. This essay argues that isolation is a major cause of destructive acts, both psychological and physical because the characters are victims of alienation, ultimately causing entrapment. In Rebecca, there is a heavy emphasis[...]

Wilfred Owen’s poem Dulce Et Decorum Est is a brutally shocking and thought-provoking poem that details the horrors of life in the trenches for soldiers during WWI. Owen’s use of graphic imagery and bitter tone makes it a representation of Owen’s anger on the loss of innocence and the futility of war. The poem centres around the[...]

Introduction This paper discusses the notion of unjust enrichment in equity and common law. Unjust enrichment is the legal rule that under certain circumstances, a court, on application from a claimant, will permit the reversal of a transfer of money or property and may also potentially enable the recovery of money or property. The principle[...]

Introduction This paper is concerned with the issue of intention in the context of the sham trusts doctrine. A sham trust may seem simple in principle, but it is in fact extremely complicated and affected by a number of different factors. Essentially, a sham is essentially a declaration of intent to establish a trust, or[...]

Introduction Covid-19, the Coronavirus pandemic, was in 2020 believed to have been responsible for the global death toll of over half a million people.[1] Since that date, the death toll has only increased, and the UK, and, indeed other nations, have remained in various stages of lockdown, with continued restrictions placed on businesses and personal[...]

Introduction The right of a patient to make an autonomous decision regarding their right to consent to medical treatment is a fundamental ethical and legal issue that has been discussed in academic, legal, and ethical literature from a number of perspectives. The legal notion of autonomy within medical law is discussed, with reference to the[...]

Introduction This essay will argue the relevance of globalisation and migration to the continued use of child labour particularly in developing countries. The issue of child labour must be established in context with globalisation and migration, which are extremely important processes impacting both economic and societal processes. The vision of child labour being progressed in[...]

Introduction Being identified as vulnerable, children and young people are often subject to abuse through the different mediums of social media. McLaughlin (2015) states that it is important to place more emphasis on how the internet and social media affects children. The Children and Young People Unit (2001: 2) state: ‘The Government wants children and[...]

Introduction Since the inception of the internet, individuals have been able to connect with friends and family as well as stay up-to-date with news and information. According to Sey & Castells (2004) the internet has become the ultimate tool of technology and freedom and be hailed by many as the potential saviour for representation and[...]

Introduction Covid-19 has had a major impact over all industries as well as on everyday life and it is important that this is identified. It has also helped to identify challenges within specific departments in industry such as Human Resource Management (HRM) which is a key factor in the delivery of a service. Covid-19 as[...]

In recent years there has been a surge in popularity for superheroes with Marvel and DC leading the way. These films are all based on comic books and adapted to the screen for our pleasure. For years women have been portrayed in a certain way across film. They become the love interest or in superhero[...]

Theatre has been around since the 5th Century BC, and its origins comes from Athens in Ancient Greece. Since then, theatre has become an “living, ever-changing art” (O’Connor, 1968, p.37). New styles and genres have been introduced and continue to gain popularity, while also more people are able to take part and get involved. What[...]

The fourth wall is a term that has been used throughout the film, TV and theatrical world for a long time. The fourth wall is about “an imaginary wall that separates the audience from the action” (Cambridge Dictionary, 2021). Actors don’t acknowledge the presence of the audience; it is as if they don’t exist. However,[...]