Understanding British politics through the paintings of satirist Kaya Mar For anyone who came from another place, politics in London can feel overwhelming. Newspapers shout from tube stands, television panels fill with suited commentators arguing, and everyone seems certain about which side they are on. It is loud and confusing. This is a city where everything seems to happen at once – local gossip colliding with global politics. For satirist Kaya Mar , the method is simple:

When the UK reversed its stance on China’s controversial mega-embassy, critics saw more than a policy shift — they saw a warning. Was Britain trading national security for diplomatic favours?

They once fought for Hong Kong’s freedom, but now, they fight to keep their voices alive in exile.