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Lammy accused of ignoring women's rights in UN delegation row

Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy is under fire for allegedly ignoring women's rights groups by appointing a LGBTQ charity to the UK's delegation for a key UN human rights meeting, sparking accusations of a 'hierarchy of rights'.

DeSantis signs Florida bill erasing LGBTQ+ protections

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has enacted a sweeping new law that critics decry as a state-sanctioned effort to 'erase' LGBTQ+ individuals by dismantling key protections and censoring public discourse on sexual orientation and gender identity.

Victoria Forges Australia's First Treaty with Aboriginal Peoples

In a monumental step towards reconciliation, the Australian state of Victoria has finalised the nation's first-ever treaty with its Aboriginal peoples. This groundbreaking agreement promises to deliver self-determination, redress historical injustices, an

Victoria's Aboriginal Treaty Stalls Amid Crisis

A historic treaty between the Victorian government and the state's Aboriginal people faces unprecedented delays and opposition, sparking a major political crisis and protests.

Lords block government's controversial Bill of Rights

The government's plan to replace the Human Rights Act with a new Bill of Rights has been halted after the House of Lords refused to back it. Peers have sent the legislation back to the Commons, demanding significant changes.

Burkina Faso imposes 5-year jail for 'promoting homosexuality'

Burkina Faso's military government has passed a harsh new penal code imposing up to five years in prison for acts considered 'promoting homosexuality', marking a severe crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights and alarming international human rights organisations.

Trump backs firearm ban for transgender people

Former US President Donald Trump has called for a ban on transgender individuals owning firearms, a controversial pledge made during his keynote address at the NRA convention. The proposal has ignited a fierce debate on gun rights and equality.

Equality watchdog confirms legality of single-sex spaces

The SNP government is under intense scrutiny after the UK's equalities regulator issued definitive legal guidance confirming that single-sex spaces are protected under law, forcing a potential U-turn on controversial policies.

UK Government Considers ECHR Withdrawal

Exclusive: The new Labour government is actively considering withdrawing from the European Convention on Human Rights, a move that could redefine Britain's legal landscape and spark a constitutional clash.

Morrissey Sells The Smiths' Rights: Music Empire For Sale

Iconic frontman Morrissey announces the sale of his entire stake in The Smiths' business empire, including publishing rights and royalties, inviting offers from 'any interested party' in a monumental music industry move.

ECHR 'Power Grab' Threatens UK Sovereignty, Report Warns

A bombshell report from the Policy Exchange think tank accuses the European Court of Human Rights of a 'significant power grab', using its rulings on asylum seekers to undermine national sovereignty and force uncontrolled immigration on member states like

Badenoch: ECHR 'Weaponised' Against UK National Interest

Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch has ignited a political firestorm, accusing activist judges of 'weaponising' the European Convention on Human Rights against British interests. Her hard-hitting speech at an Amnesty International event, which also took aim

Bristol returns sacred artefacts to Larrakia people

In a powerful act of post-colonial justice, Bristol's museum returns 14 culturally significant artefacts to the Larrakia people of Australia, setting a new precedent for UK cultural institutions.

Neo-Nazis violently disrupt Aboriginal march in Melbourne

A peaceful Aboriginal justice rally in Melbourne was violently ambushed by a neo-Nazi group, resulting in brawls, arrests, and widespread condemnation. The shocking incident has sparked a national debate on rising extremism in Australia.

Rayner's Union Power Plan 'Breaches Human Rights'

Deputy Labour Leader Angela Rayner faces a major legal and political storm over her controversial 'New Deal for Working People'. Top human rights barristers warn her plan to strengthen union power could violate fundamental rights and cripple the UK econom

Starmer: Labour will block UK exit from ECHR

Sir Keir Starmer vows a Labour government will prevent the UK from leaving the European Convention on Human Rights, setting a clear battle line with the Conservatives on human rights law and immigration policy.

Ex-Minister: Labour Rights Plan Helps Foreign Criminals

Former Attorney General Sir Michael Ellis KC warns that Labour's plans to replace the Human Rights Act with a British Bill of Rights could create a 'lawyers' charter' and make it harder to deport dangerous asylum seekers, echoing Donald Trump's concerns.

UK Petition Demands Paid Menstrual Leave for Endometriosis

A landmark petition is calling on the UK government to introduce statutory paid leave for women suffering from severe period pain and conditions such as endometriosis, sparking a national debate on workplace equality and women's health.

Court Blocks Asylum Seeker Eviction from Epping Hotel

In a major legal victory for migrant rights, the Court of Appeal has overturned a decision to remove asylum seekers from an Epping hotel. Discover the human rights arguments that secured their stay.

Farage's ECHR Exit Plan Alarms Rights Advocates

Nigel Farage's pledge to leave the ECHR if elected raises alarm among human rights advocates, who warn it could dismantle fundamental protections and isolate Britain on the world stage.

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