WI to exclude trans women from membership in 2026
The Women's Institute will no longer accept transgender women as members from April 2026, citing a Supreme Court ruling. CEO Melissa Green calls it a decision of 'utmost regret'. Read the full story.
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Scotland sued over prison policy after gender ruling
For Women Scotland takes legal action against Scottish government's prison policy, claiming it violates Supreme Court gender ruling. Seven months after landmark judgment, confusion persists.
Supreme Court rules against transgender passport rights
In a controversial 6-3 ruling, America's highest court has upheld the Trump administration's policy requiring biological sex designation on passports, sparking outrage from LGBTQ+ advocates.
Judge orders overhaul of Chicago immigration facility
A US federal judge has mandated immediate improvements at a controversial Chicago immigration detention centre, citing severe overcrowding and inadequate medical care that puts detainees at risk.
Judge blocks ICE transfers of Chicago immigrants
A landmark ruling prevents US immigration authorities from moving detainees from Chicago to distant facilities, marking a significant victory for immigrant rights advocates.
Supreme Court rejects Trump's tariff revival bid
In a significant legal setback for Donald Trump, the US Supreme Court has rejected the former president's bid to revive controversial tariff policies, marking a pivotal moment for American trade relations.
Judge overturns school transgender notification policy
A federal judge has struck down a Pennsylvania school district's policy requiring parental notification when students change their name or pronouns, citing First Amendment violations in a case with national implications.
Dutch court stops Ethiopia deportation flights
A landmark ruling by Dutch judges has suspended all deportation flights to Ethiopia, citing 'real risk' of human rights violations and unsafe conditions for returnees.
Cambridge women's college defies Supreme Court ruling
Historic Cambridge women's college continues gender-restricted admissions despite landmark Supreme Court ruling against single-sex policies, sparking legal and academic debate.
Judge orders snap benefits for food aid cut victims
A landmark court ruling mandates immediate emergency food payments for thousands affected by controversial Trump administration cuts to pandemic food assistance.
Court quashes UK-Libya asylum deal in landmark ruling
The Court of Appeal has quashed a controversial asylum agreement between Britain and Libya, declaring it unlawful in a major blow to government immigration policy.
Court blocks UK's Rwanda-style deportation deal with France
In a landmark ruling, the Court of Appeal has halted Britain's proposed migration agreement that would have seen asylum seekers sent to France, Italy, Libya and Sudan for processing.
Judge blocks Trump ICE policy in Portland ruling
A federal judge in Oregon has delivered a significant blow to Trump administration immigration enforcement, declaring ICE arrests at courthouses unconstitutional in a landmark decision.
French court rejects migrants' bid to block removal
A French court has rejected an urgent bid by migrants to prevent their removal from French territory, marking another chapter in Europe's ongoing immigration challenges. The ruling highlights the complex legal battles surrounding migration policies.
Harvard Black student enrolment drops 40% after affirmative action ban
Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic 40% decline in Black student enrolment at Harvard College after the Supreme Court overturned race-conscious admissions policies, sparking intense debate about diversity in elite education.
Queensland puberty blocker ban ruled unlawful
A landmark court ruling declares Queensland's controversial puberty blocker ban unlawful, citing improper political influence and failure to consult medical experts in dramatic health policy showdown.
Judge blocks US travel ban on Palestinian professor
A US federal judge has halted the government's attempt to bar Palestinian academic Mahmoud Khalil from entering the country, delivering a significant blow to immigration restrictions criticised as discriminatory.
Court blocks migrant citizenship ban in human rights ruling
A controversial government policy to block asylum claims from small boat migrants has been declared unlawful in a dramatic High Court challenge that deals a major blow to the UK's immigration strategy.
Judge orders release of Trump-era migrant children
A federal judge has delivered a stunning blow to Trump-era immigration policies, ordering the immediate release of migrant children held in detention facilities in a landmark ruling that exposes systemic failures.
Judge deals blow to Trump immigration policy
In a landmark legal decision that has sent shockwaves through Washington, a federal judge has delivered a resounding rebuke to the Trump administration's controversial immigration policies, exposing deep constitutional concerns.
Judge blocks Trump's Gaza deportation plan in constitutional clash
A federal judge delivers a crushing blow to Trump's controversial immigration proposal, ruling mass Gaza deportations violate constitutional rights in landmark decision.
Court Upholds Trump Admin's UCLA Funding Cut
A US federal judge has upheld the Trump administration's decision to withdraw funding from UCLA, siding with the government in a pivotal case centred on allegations of antisemitism and free speech violations on campus.
Court enables Trump to deport migrant children from Guatemala
A landmark US court ruling has granted the Trump administration unprecedented power to deport unaccompanied Guatemalan and Venezuelan migrant children, overturning decades of protective policy and igniting a fierce legal and humanitarian debate.
High Court rejects UK's Rwanda removal scheme bid
The UK Government's High Court bid to continue its Rwanda asylum seeker removal scheme has been rejected, dealing a significant blow to its immigration strategy. The ruling challenges the legality of the policy amidst ongoing legal battles.
Court Blocks Rwanda Flight, Crippling Labour's Immigration Plan
A landmark High Court ruling has halted a deportation flight to Rwanda, creating a significant legal and political obstacle for the government's flagship immigration policy. The decision throws Labour's 'one in, one out' asylum plan into turmoil and sets
Climate Action: A Legal Duty, Not Charity
A landmark legal ruling establishes that combating climate change is a binding legal obligation for governments, not a voluntary act. This pivotal decision could reshape environmental policy and enforcement across the UK and beyond.
US Court Reinstates Trump's Transgender Military Ban
A US federal appeals court has reinstated Donald Trump's contentious ban on transgender individuals serving in the military, overturning a previous block by a lower court. The ruling has ignited a fierce debate over civil rights and military policy.
Judge Blocks Trump's Alien Enemies Act Immigration Order
A federal judge halts Trump's attempt to use a 1798 law to summarily deport migrants, in a major legal blow to his administration's immigration agenda.
Judge Blocks Trump-Era Policy Forcing Migrant Kids to Share Beds
A landmark US court ruling has struck down a controversial Trump-era policy that allowed shelters to house migrant children in overcrowded conditions, including shared beds. The decision marks a major victory for child welfare advocates.
US Court Rules Trump Tariffs Were Implemented Illegally
A US federal appeals court has delivered a stunning rebuke to former President Donald Trump, declaring his administration's tariffs on foreign steel and aluminium unlawful. The ruling, which could have massive financial repercussions, opens the door for c
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