Should benefit claimants risk having their bank accounts spied upon and driving licences revoked? I don't think so | Neil Duncan-JordanThe government plans to implement mass surveillance on welfare recipients, potentially infringing on their privacy rights.
The whole policy is wrong': rebellion among Labour MPs grows over 5bn benefits cutLabour MPs oppose benefit cuts despite possible government concessions, prioritizing support for the disabled and low-income families.
Should benefit claimants risk having their bank accounts spied upon and driving licences revoked? I don't think so | Neil Duncan-JordanThe government plans to implement mass surveillance on welfare recipients, potentially infringing on their privacy rights.
The whole policy is wrong': rebellion among Labour MPs grows over 5bn benefits cutLabour MPs oppose benefit cuts despite possible government concessions, prioritizing support for the disabled and low-income families.
New Law Would Force Elon Musk to Be Drug Tested for His Government WorkDemocrats seek to mandate drug testing for Elon Musk and his staff due to concerns over judgment and substance use.
Ministers consider abolishing hundreds of quangos, sources sayMinisters plan to abolish numerous quangos while restructuring state processes and cutting civil service jobs.
New Law Would Force Elon Musk to Be Drug Tested for His Government WorkDemocrats seek to mandate drug testing for Elon Musk and his staff due to concerns over judgment and substance use.
Ministers consider abolishing hundreds of quangos, sources sayMinisters plan to abolish numerous quangos while restructuring state processes and cutting civil service jobs.
Here's what you need to know about the end of the consumer carbon tax | CBC NewsThe cancellation of the consumer carbon tax may hinder financial benefits for lower-income households.
Compulsory retirement at 65 to become thing of past under changes to employment lawThe Employment (Contractual Retirement Ages) Bill 2025 allows employees to work until the State Pension Age of 66 regardless of contractual retirement ages.
'Strike right balance' on flexible working, business groups urge LabourBalancing flexible working policies is essential to cater to diverse business needs and individual circumstances.
Compulsory retirement at 65 to become thing of past under changes to employment lawThe Employment (Contractual Retirement Ages) Bill 2025 allows employees to work until the State Pension Age of 66 regardless of contractual retirement ages.
'Strike right balance' on flexible working, business groups urge LabourBalancing flexible working policies is essential to cater to diverse business needs and individual circumstances.
NYC deserves full - not some - health care pricing transparencyThe Office of Healthcare Accountability aims to improve healthcare pricing transparency in New York City.
Hungary passes law banning Pride events in new blow to LGBTQ+ rightsHungary's parliament passed a law banning Pride events, enforcing fines and allowing facial recognition to identify attendees.
Hungary's government submits bill to ban Budapest Pride eventHungary's government is moving to ban Budapest Pride, citing child protection laws and using facial recognition surveillance at events.
Thousands flood streets to protest after Hungary passes law banning Pride marchesThousands protested in Budapest against a new law banning LGBTQ+ Pride marches, highlighting a significant backlash against government-imposed restrictions.
Hungary passes law banning Pride events in new blow to LGBTQ+ rightsHungary's parliament passed a law banning Pride events, enforcing fines and allowing facial recognition to identify attendees.
Hungary's government submits bill to ban Budapest Pride eventHungary's government is moving to ban Budapest Pride, citing child protection laws and using facial recognition surveillance at events.
Thousands flood streets to protest after Hungary passes law banning Pride marchesThousands protested in Budapest against a new law banning LGBTQ+ Pride marches, highlighting a significant backlash against government-imposed restrictions.
Age, gender, education: the House of Lords in chartsLabour's reforms aim to significantly downsize the House of Lords by removing hereditary peers and proposing a retirement age.
Labour's benefit fraud crackdown would allow officials to access bank accountsLabour seeks to combat benefit fraud through legislation enabling banks to share data, claiming it will save £1.6bn over five years.
Age, gender, education: the House of Lords in chartsLabour's reforms aim to significantly downsize the House of Lords by removing hereditary peers and proposing a retirement age.
Labour's benefit fraud crackdown would allow officials to access bank accountsLabour seeks to combat benefit fraud through legislation enabling banks to share data, claiming it will save £1.6bn over five years.
Reducing smartphone harms in law relies on process, not one big bang event'Quality journalism must remain accessible to everyone, funded by those who can afford it.
D.C. Lawmakers Take Aim at DeepSeekDeepSeek's app may be banned from U.S. government devices due to security threats, similar to previous actions against TikTok.
Porridge and crumpets included in new junk food ad banThe UK government will restrict junk food advertising aimed at children to combat obesity, effective October 2025.
Third of Spanish schools offering too much fried food studySpain's school canteens serve excessive fried food and insufficient fresh vegetables, contributing to rising childhood obesity rates.
Porridge and crumpets included in new junk food ad banThe UK government will restrict junk food advertising aimed at children to combat obesity, effective October 2025.
Third of Spanish schools offering too much fried food studySpain's school canteens serve excessive fried food and insufficient fresh vegetables, contributing to rising childhood obesity rates.
It's our house, but it's their home': tenants and landlords discuss renters' rights billNo-fault evictions create significant emotional distress and a power imbalance between landlords and tenants.
Leasehold reforms face more delay due to Tory flaws, minister saysReforms to the leasehold system in England and Wales are delayed due to legislative flaws, but the government remains committed to ending it before the next election.
It's our house, but it's their home': tenants and landlords discuss renters' rights billNo-fault evictions create significant emotional distress and a power imbalance between landlords and tenants.
Leasehold reforms face more delay due to Tory flaws, minister saysReforms to the leasehold system in England and Wales are delayed due to legislative flaws, but the government remains committed to ending it before the next election.
New York state is defying Trump's plans to roll back climate actionNew York's Climate Change Superfund Act holds oil and gas companies accountable for climate damage, providing much-needed funding for infrastructure and community benefits.
Global Age Verification Measures: 2024 in ReviewMandatory age verification threatens rights to privacy and speech under the pretext of child protection.
Australia passes world-first law banning under-16s from social media despite safety concernsAustralia's parliament passed a law banning children under 16 from social media to address youth mental health concerns.
Global Age Verification Measures: 2024 in ReviewMandatory age verification threatens rights to privacy and speech under the pretext of child protection.
Australia passes world-first law banning under-16s from social media despite safety concernsAustralia's parliament passed a law banning children under 16 from social media to address youth mental health concerns.
Republican senator introduces bill to abolish US Department of EducationA bill aimed at abolishing the Department of Education has been introduced, proposing to redistribute its responsibilities to other federal agencies.
A decade of data at TransportationThe role of Chief Data Officers has evolved from primarily focusing on open data to encompass financial transparency and high-quality open data.
Republican senator introduces bill to abolish US Department of EducationA bill aimed at abolishing the Department of Education has been introduced, proposing to redistribute its responsibilities to other federal agencies.
A decade of data at TransportationThe role of Chief Data Officers has evolved from primarily focusing on open data to encompass financial transparency and high-quality open data.
These 7 new California laws came from 1,000 bills Gov. Gavin Newsom recently signedCalifornia's legislature passed significant bills addressing extremism in the military and promoting bicycle safety.
Hundreds of Toronto cyclists rally against Ontario bike lane bill | CBC NewsThe Ontario government proposes Bill 212, which would remove key bike lanes in Toronto, provoking public outcry over safety concerns for cyclists.
These 7 new California laws came from 1,000 bills Gov. Gavin Newsom recently signedCalifornia's legislature passed significant bills addressing extremism in the military and promoting bicycle safety.
Hundreds of Toronto cyclists rally against Ontario bike lane bill | CBC NewsThe Ontario government proposes Bill 212, which would remove key bike lanes in Toronto, provoking public outcry over safety concerns for cyclists.
Helping Middle America Means Getting D.C. Out of The WayIndustrial policy may lead to economic hardship as it disregards the decentralized knowledge of individuals.Friedrich Hayek's ideas reinforce the importance of organic 'rule of law' over imposed legislation.
A social media ban for everyone is in the national interest not just kids under 16 | Van BadhamThe Australian government proposed a ban on social media for citizens under 16, citing mental health concerns and the potential harm social media poses.
Autumn Budget: Employment agencies to take on PAYE processing from umbrella firms from April 2026 | Computer WeeklyFrom April 2026, recruitment agencies and end-hirers will ensure proper tax payments for umbrella company employees, aiming to reduce tax avoidance.
Italy rushes to pass law to save Albanian asylum centre schemeItaly's government is attempting to redefine safe countries for migrant policy despite judicial opposition.
Taoiseach and Tanaiste insist there will be no voting pact for re-election of current Government in upcoming electionFine Gael aims to maximize its seats as a stand-alone party in the upcoming election without a transfer pact.
Cabinet to appoint new deputy garda commissioner and make free HRT treatment available from JanuaryThe appointment of a new deputy commissioner aims to boost policing operations and national security in An Garda Síochána.
Trans-inclusive conversion therapy ban an 'immediate priority', says governmentThe UK government aims to legislate a full ban on conversion therapy, emphasizing inclusivity in equality policies.
New enforcement agency will protect workers' rights as part of watershed' billUK government establishes Fair Work Agency to enforce new employee rights and protections.
What's behind Russia's plan to ban 'child-free' ideology? DW 09/28/2024Daria's experience highlights societal pressure on women regarding motherhood, while impending Russian legislation seeks to criminalize the child-free choice.
Why a lottery scandal could change the funding balance in Swedish politicsEffective Communications reportedly used aggressive sales tactics, misleading elderly customers about lottery subscriptions, prompting backlash from the Social Democrats.
Axios interview: Jeff Zients says Biden will "finish the job" with five-month sprintPresident Biden aims to make his final months in office as productive as possible, focusing on major policy advancements and legislative achievements.
Senator Cynthia Lummis Announces Bill for US To Buy 1 Million BitcoinSenator Cynthia Lummis plans to introduce legislation for the US government to accumulate 1 million Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset, aiming to fortify the dollar.
More Canadians are paying for news this year, but it's still too early to celebrateMedia businesses turn to reader revenue due to lost ad revenue. Canada sees growth in paying news readers due to government legislation.