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Police to get new powers to find stolen phones in England and Wales

Police can search properties for stolen phones without a warrant under a new crime and policing bill.

The bill aims to streamline police actions against theft and antisocial behavior in England and Wales.

Homeowners to benefit from relaxed planning rules if new bill passes

The Permitted Development Rights (Extension) Bill could simplify home extensions in England and Wales, easing planning permission requirements for homeowners.

Labour moves to end no-fault evictions within months

Landlords will soon be banned from evicting tenants without cause, marking significant legislative changes for tenant protections in the UK.

MPs back one-month cap on advance rent payments

The UK government aims to protect tenants by capping advanced rent payments, preventing landlords from demanding excessive upfront costs.

Homeowners to benefit from relaxed planning rules if new bill passes

The Permitted Development Rights (Extension) Bill could simplify home extensions in England and Wales, easing planning permission requirements for homeowners.

Labour moves to end no-fault evictions within months

Landlords will soon be banned from evicting tenants without cause, marking significant legislative changes for tenant protections in the UK.

MPs back one-month cap on advance rent payments

The UK government aims to protect tenants by capping advanced rent payments, preventing landlords from demanding excessive upfront costs.

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Clock is Ticking for Responses to UK Government Consultation on Copyright and Artificial Intelligence

The UK government is considering changes to copyright laws regarding the use of works in training generative AI models.

Why Was a Climate Activist Put in Prison for Five Years?

Activists face harsh penalties under new British laws for protesting government inaction on climate change.

The Guardian view on AI and copyright law: big tech must pay | Editorial

Tech giants are facing backlash over the unauthorized use of creative works by AI, prompting calls for stronger copyright protections.

Why not all plans for a four-day working week would be a win for health

Proposed UK legislation allows workers to request a short working week of four longer shifts without a pay cut.

Amazon launches urgent investigation' after Southport killer bought knife online

Amazon is investigating after a triple murderer ordered a knife online, highlighting flaws in age verification for restricted items.

The UK's Online Safety Act applies to Small Tech too

The UK's Online Safety Act may disproportionately burden smaller online forums with compliance requirements.

New UK law would criminalize creating sexually explicit deepfakes

UK government introduces new laws to criminalize the creation and sharing of sexually explicit deepfakes.

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Zombie knives can be bought online despite Labour's ban

Despite a ban, zombie knives are still sold online in the UK, exacerbating gang violence.

The tragic case of Daejaun Campbell underscores the urgency to address knife crime.

Six people killed in e-scooter crashes last year as campaigners call for law change

Urgent legislative action is needed in the UK to regulate private e-scooter use due to rising injuries and fatalities.

Zombie knives can be bought online despite Labour's ban

Despite a ban, zombie knives are still sold online in the UK, exacerbating gang violence.

The tragic case of Daejaun Campbell underscores the urgency to address knife crime.

Six people killed in e-scooter crashes last year as campaigners call for law change

Urgent legislative action is needed in the UK to regulate private e-scooter use due to rising injuries and fatalities.

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Why the UK's "outdated" cybersecurity legislation needs an urgent refresh

UK lawmakers call for modernization of outdated cybersecurity laws to combat digital threats.

#assisted-dying

People from Ireland may be able to apply for assisted dying if it is legalised in UK

UK MPs favored legalizing assisted dying, allowing terminally ill adults to choose to end their lives under strict conditions.

UK lawmakers vote assisted dying bill through to next phase DW 11/29/2024

A bill legalizing assisted dying for terminally ill people passed its second reading in the House of Commons with a conscience vote.

Too many people have been condemned to die in misery and pain. My assisted dying bill can change that | Kim Leadbeater

The UK must open a dialogue on death to empower terminally ill patients with choices regarding their end-of-life care.

Hope, fear, faith and love: Four people on why assisted dying vote matters

UK MPs will debate assisted dying for terminally ill patients, a potential significant societal change akin to previous reforms.

Suicide pods' to be introduced in UK if assisted dying law passes, says creator

The Independent focuses on accessible, unbiased journalism during critical societal discussions, emphasizing the importance of reporting without paywalls.

Bill to legalise assisted dying for terminally ill is safest choice', argues MP

The proposed Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill aims to legalize assisted dying under stringent regulations in England and Wales.

People from Ireland may be able to apply for assisted dying if it is legalised in UK

UK MPs favored legalizing assisted dying, allowing terminally ill adults to choose to end their lives under strict conditions.

UK lawmakers vote assisted dying bill through to next phase DW 11/29/2024

A bill legalizing assisted dying for terminally ill people passed its second reading in the House of Commons with a conscience vote.

Too many people have been condemned to die in misery and pain. My assisted dying bill can change that | Kim Leadbeater

The UK must open a dialogue on death to empower terminally ill patients with choices regarding their end-of-life care.

Hope, fear, faith and love: Four people on why assisted dying vote matters

UK MPs will debate assisted dying for terminally ill patients, a potential significant societal change akin to previous reforms.

Suicide pods' to be introduced in UK if assisted dying law passes, says creator

The Independent focuses on accessible, unbiased journalism during critical societal discussions, emphasizing the importance of reporting without paywalls.

Bill to legalise assisted dying for terminally ill is safest choice', argues MP

The proposed Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill aims to legalize assisted dying under stringent regulations in England and Wales.

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UK minister promises to force companies to end subscription traps

New rules will require companies to simplify subscription cancellations to prevent consumer exploitation.

Subscription traps cost UK consumers £1.6bn annually due to complex cancellation processes.

Starmer promises swift action against welfare fraudsters

The UK government aims to save £1.6bn by combating welfare fraud more effectively.

New legislation focuses on tackling long-term sickness and protecting vulnerable claimants.

Hospitality businesses urged to act on new tipping regulations ahead of October deadline

UK hospitality must comply with new laws on tipping effective October 1st, ensuring transparent distribution of service charges to staff.

Planned Shein IPO needs closer scrutiny, says former Labour minister

The UK government should investigate Shein for potential forced labor connections, especially regarding its supply chain linked to Xinjiang.

UK Parliament Introduces Bill to Recognize Bitcoin and Crypto as Personal Property

UK legislation now officially recognizes Bitcoin and digital assets as personal property, providing legal protections and clarity for asset owners.

We examined anti-protest laws across the west. Britain stood out, and not in a good way | Linda Lakhdhir

The UK government has enacted severe anti-protest laws, imposing harsh sentences on climate activists, raising concerns about democratic freedoms and justice.

#national-security

UK's Investigatory Powers Bill approved to become law

The UK's Investigatory Powers (Amendment) Bill 2024 has enhanced digital surveillance powers for national security and combating online abuse.

British SMBs are glaringly unprotected - will the new Cyber Security and Resilience Bill be enough to raise the bar?

New UK cyber legislation aims to enhance national infrastructure resilience but may overlook smaller firms crucial to supply chains.

UK's Investigatory Powers Bill approved to become law

The UK's Investigatory Powers (Amendment) Bill 2024 has enhanced digital surveillance powers for national security and combating online abuse.

British SMBs are glaringly unprotected - will the new Cyber Security and Resilience Bill be enough to raise the bar?

New UK cyber legislation aims to enhance national infrastructure resilience but may overlook smaller firms crucial to supply chains.

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UK workers on the right to switch off: Uncompensated overtime should be illegal'

The UK government seeks to legally enforce the right to disconnect from work, penalizing employers for contacting employees outside agreed hours.

The rise of Exotic Bully dogs: Meet the teeny, tiny sibling of the XL Bully

Exotic Bullies are a new invention, bred to be mini versions of XL Bullies, with the ultimate goal of achieving extreme musculature while reducing size and removing aggression.

Exotic Bullies are bred to be docile, gentle with children and animals, excellent family companions, and registered for competitions, with aggression traits deemed highly undesirable.

Clever illustration has a powerful message

Women in UK could face prosecution for abortion; Dame Diana Johnson MP's amendment aims to eliminate criminal investigation for ending pregnancies.

MSI Reproductive Choices partners with Uncommon Creative Studio for impactful campaign to support global reproductive choice.

From left to far right, which groups could end up on the UK extremism list?

Far-right and Islamist groups expected to be listed as extremist under new UK legislation.

Concern about a broader range of groups potentially being added to the list in the future.

UK Cyber Bill teases mandatory ransomware reporting | Computer Weekly

Keir Starmer's Labour government is introducing a Cyber Security and Resilience Bill to enhance UK's cyber defences and mandatory ransomware reporting.

Mandatory solar panels could power an extra 1.17m homes, energy firm claims

Mandatory solar panels on new-builds can potentially generate surplus electricity to power additional homes, saving money and benefiting the environment.

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Police to get new powers to find stolen phones in England and Wales

Homeowners to benefit from relaxed planning rules if new bill passes

Labour moves to end no-fault evictions within months

MPs back one-month cap on advance rent payments

Homeowners to benefit from relaxed planning rules if new bill passes

Labour moves to end no-fault evictions within months

MPs back one-month cap on advance rent payments

Clock is Ticking for Responses to UK Government Consultation on Copyright and Artificial Intelligence

Why Was a Climate Activist Put in Prison for Five Years?

The Guardian view on AI and copyright law: big tech must pay | Editorial

Why not all plans for a four-day working week would be a win for health

Amazon launches urgent investigation' after Southport killer bought knife online

The UK's Online Safety Act applies to Small Tech too

New UK law would criminalize creating sexually explicit deepfakes

Zombie knives can be bought online despite Labour's ban

Six people killed in e-scooter crashes last year as campaigners call for law change

Zombie knives can be bought online despite Labour's ban

Six people killed in e-scooter crashes last year as campaigners call for law change

Why the UK's "outdated" cybersecurity legislation needs an urgent refresh

People from Ireland may be able to apply for assisted dying if it is legalised in UK

UK lawmakers vote assisted dying bill through to next phase DW 11/29/2024

Too many people have been condemned to die in misery and pain. My assisted dying bill can change that | Kim Leadbeater

Hope, fear, faith and love: Four people on why assisted dying vote matters

Suicide pods' to be introduced in UK if assisted dying law passes, says creator

Bill to legalise assisted dying for terminally ill is safest choice', argues MP

People from Ireland may be able to apply for assisted dying if it is legalised in UK

UK lawmakers vote assisted dying bill through to next phase DW 11/29/2024

Too many people have been condemned to die in misery and pain. My assisted dying bill can change that | Kim Leadbeater

Hope, fear, faith and love: Four people on why assisted dying vote matters

Suicide pods' to be introduced in UK if assisted dying law passes, says creator

Bill to legalise assisted dying for terminally ill is safest choice', argues MP

UK minister promises to force companies to end subscription traps

Starmer promises swift action against welfare fraudsters

Hospitality businesses urged to act on new tipping regulations ahead of October deadline

Planned Shein IPO needs closer scrutiny, says former Labour minister

UK Parliament Introduces Bill to Recognize Bitcoin and Crypto as Personal Property

We examined anti-protest laws across the west. Britain stood out, and not in a good way | Linda Lakhdhir

UK's Investigatory Powers Bill approved to become law

British SMBs are glaringly unprotected - will the new Cyber Security and Resilience Bill be enough to raise the bar?

UK's Investigatory Powers Bill approved to become law

British SMBs are glaringly unprotected - will the new Cyber Security and Resilience Bill be enough to raise the bar?

UK workers on the right to switch off: Uncompensated overtime should be illegal'

The rise of Exotic Bully dogs: Meet the teeny, tiny sibling of the XL Bully

Clever illustration has a powerful message

From left to far right, which groups could end up on the UK extremism list?

UK Cyber Bill teases mandatory ransomware reporting | Computer Weekly

Mandatory solar panels could power an extra 1.17m homes, energy firm claims

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