Rachel Reeves landlord history sparks housing crisis row
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts mounting pressure over her property ownership history while millions face housing crisis. Labour's rental reforms under scrutiny.
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Republican Bill Would Criminalise Insulting Former Presidents
California Republican Bill Essayli proposes groundbreaking bill making it illegal to publicly insult former presidents, sparking immediate controversy and free speech debates.
Couple stunned by hidden £18.50 restaurant service charge
Australian tourists left furious after discovering unexpected service fee added to their bill at popular Surfers Paradise restaurant Norte Cucina & Bar.
Generation Rent Crisis: Housing Horror Stories Across Ages
Britain's rental market is failing both younger and older generations as soaring costs and poor conditions create a perfect storm for tenants across age groups.
Trans activists plot to disrupt women's rights march in Edinburgh
Women's rights campaigners in Scotland face organised opposition from trans activists planning to 'drown out' their Edinburgh march, prompting calls for First Minister John Swinney to uphold sex-based protections.
Government Courts Bill Sparks Protest Rights Backlash
Ministers accused of 'draconian' power grab as new legislation threatens to criminalise peaceful protests and grant sweeping powers to restrict demonstrations across England and Wales.
UK Renters' Reform Bill: No-Fault Evictions Banned
The UK government unveils its landmark Renters' Reform Bill, delivering the biggest shake-up to private renting in decades with bans on Section 21 evictions and rental bidding wars.
Rayner's Employment Bill: Economic Threat Warning
Investment Minister Andrew Griffith sounds alarm over Labour's proposed employment reforms, claiming they could cripple UK business flexibility and economic recovery.
US Senate Passes Landmark Essential Workers Bill
In a historic move, the US Senate has approved the Essential Workers Bill, granting new protections and benefits to frontline employees who kept America running during the pandemic. Discover how this legislation will transform workers' rights.
Lords revolt over Human Rights Act replacement
Leading legal experts and human rights organisations condemn government plans to scrap Human Rights Act, warning of dangerous consequences for British justice system
UK bill grants legal rights to nature
A revolutionary bill introduced in Parliament could transform Britain's environmental protection by granting ecosystems legal personhood rights, following global precedents.
Martin Lewis slams 'ridiculous' money-saving email scam
Money Saving Expert founder issues urgent warning over dangerous financial advice circulating online, revealing how to spot genuine opportunities from scams.
McVey: Prisoners should never get vote
Cabinet Office Minister Esther McVey faces backlash after announcing legislation to permanently ban prisoners from voting, defying European Court rulings and igniting human rights debates.
Transgender man wins landmark pregnancy rights case
In a groundbreaking legal decision, a transgender man has won his appeal after the High Court ruled that wanting to conceive and carry a baby is not incompatible with living as a man. This landmark case sets a significant precedent for transgender rights
Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Act
In a landmark ruling, the US Supreme Court has fundamentally weakened the Voting Rights Act, raising alarm about minority voter protections and the future of electoral fairness in America.
MPs back bill putting rail passengers first by law
Conservative MP Greg Smith's groundbreaking bill passes crucial Commons stage, mandating passenger welfare as primary duty for rail operators across Britain.
MPs pass bill for automatic rail delay compensation
Commons approves groundbreaking legislation forcing rail operators to compensate passengers for severe delays and cancellations, marking a major shift in consumer protection.
Colombia court protects Afro-indigenous community in Bogotá
In a historic decision, Colombia's highest court has intervened to protect the ancestral rights of an Afro-indigenous community facing displacement from their spiritual heartland in the nation's capital.
Pensioner's £1,850 plumbing bill shock
A 74-year-old woman from Hertfordshire faces financial shock after being charged £1,850 for a simple pipe repair. The plumbing company's staggering invoice has sparked outrage and warnings for homeowners.
Badenoch attacks Human Rights Act in Tory speech
Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch launches blistering attack on Human Rights Act, vowing to prevent 'foreign courts' from dictating UK policy in explosive Conservative conference address.
Greens demand radical Labour reforms amid Tory immigration push
UK politics reaches boiling point as Green Party challenges Labour's employment policies while Conservatives unveil controversial immigration legislation, setting the stage for parliamentary clashes.
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'.
UK Migration Bill Sparks Liberty vs Security Debate
The UK government's proposed Illegal Migration Bill aims to strengthen border controls but raises serious concerns about fundamental freedoms. This analysis examines the tension between national security and individual rights.
Disabled Peer: Assisted Dying Bill Puts 'Price on Our Heads'
Baroness Jane Campbell delivers a powerful emotional plea against legalising assisted suicide, warning it would place a 'price on the heads' of disabled people and create a 'duty to die' culture in the UK.
Lords block controversial Terrorism Bill in major revolt
Peers and bishops unite to defeat government's Counter-Terrorism and Sentencing Bill, demanding crucial safeguards for vulnerable individuals.
Hilary Benn slams UK Govt over Northern Ireland Legacy Bill
Senior Labour MP Hilary Benn delivers a scathing critique of the UK Government's controversial Northern Ireland Troubles Legacy Bill, warning it breaches international law and denies justice to victims.
Dad's typo nightmare: £1,500 phone bill from son's error
A father from Weston-super-Mare faced instant financial horror after his son's innocent typo on a phone upgrade spiralled into a staggering £1,500 bill. This cautionary tale reveals the shocking cost of a simple mistake and the fight to get the money back
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.
QLD's 'Hostile' Indigenous Policies Condemned by Rights Chief
Australia's Human Rights Commissioner condemns the Queensland government's 'punitive and hostile' approach to First Nations people, warning of devastating human rights violations.
Family's shock as energy bill hits £15,000
A UK family shares their disbelief after receiving a staggering £15,000 electricity bill from British Gas, highlighting the severe impact of the ongoing energy crisis on ordinary households.
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