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In a groundbreaking movement, advocates are leading the “I’m Asking For It” campaign, calling for legal reform to prioritize affirmative consent in sexual interactions, aiming to challenge entrenched norms and empower survivors in the pursuit of justice. Here’s the full story. Shift in Perception There has been a decided shift in the perception of cases … Read more
The government and HMRC have announced stricter tax policies on “side hustle” apps that could affect those looking to earn an extra income during this cost of living crisis. Unveiling Stricter Oversight for Side Hustle Giants HMRC has ushered in stringent regulations affecting major “side hustle” platforms such as eBay, Vinted, Airbnb, Fiverr, Upwork, Uber, … Read more
The government has introduced plans to regain control of the economy by enforcing stricter tests on those who deem themselves unfit for work. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak plans on implementing a wellness approach using activities like jogging and gardening. Promoting Wellness and Employment In a bid to reintegrate people on long-term sickness leave into the … Read more
The highly contentious Rwanda deportation bill has been shot down for a second time in the House of the Lords, but Downing Street remains confident. Second Defeat in the House The controversial Rwanda deportation bill championed by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has undergone a second round of defeat by his peers in the House of … Read more
Keir Starmer revealed his desire to break from Jeremy Corbyn’s legacy. Promising real change over grandstanding, Starmer declared practical impact in his leadership. No more political theatrics – he aims for a Labour focused on substance, not showmanship. Keir Starmer’s Stand Keir Starmer, the leader of the Labour Party, is making it clear that he’s … Read more
Almost 100,000 people in the UK are waiting for a decision on their asylum claims, and there are concerns that the government is not being honest about the situation. Recent numbers show a bigger problem than the officials promised to fix, leading to disagreements within the government and raising questions about how asylum seekers are … Read more
France is set to become the first nation to explicitly recognize abortion as a fundamental human right in its constitution, following a movement led by President Emmanuel Macron in response to global concerns over the erosion of abortion rights, after the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. Changing the Constitution France is … Read more
Sacked Home Secretary Suella Braverman claimed that the Budget announcement does not show the British public that the Conservatives are “on their side.” Braverman’s Scathing Attack Former Home Secretary Suella Braverman has launched a scathing attack on Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s Budget announcement, becoming the latest Tory peer to fall out with their own party. Sacked … Read more
The British Chancellor has announced the 2024 Spring budget, with a combination of surprises and more predictable economic moves from the Conservative government. Last Pre-Election Budget With the next UK general election hot on the nation’s heels, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has taken to the House of Commons to share the last budget scheduled before voters … Read more
A group of SAS soldiers have been arrested as part of an ongoing investigation into the death of a suspected jihadist in Syria two years ago. Suspicions of War Crimes British military police have arrested five Special Air Service (SAS) soldiers on suspicion of committing alleged war crimes while serving in Syria. MoD Spokesperson The … Read more