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University assessments completed in minutes using AIThe regulator for higher education in England has said that too many students can use AI to complete university assessments, making it “close to impossible” to assess coursework.
Artificial Intelligence
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Former chief prosecutor says Conversion Practices Bill "contrary to the rule of law"Lord Macdonald has spoken out against the government’s draft Conversion Practices Bill, saying that the legislation is “contrary to the rule of law”.
Freedom of Speech
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Churches criticise conversion practices bill for 'criminalising prayer'
Freedom of Speech
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Gaps in palliative care driving rise in emergency hospital visitsPatients approaching the end of their lives are increasingly turning to emergency services because of gaps in community-based palliative care, according to a new report from Marie Curie and King’s College London.
Assisted Suicide
Press Releases
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CARE Budget Response: Small positives, but families need more radical reform
Marriage and Family
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Time to ban pimping websites says inquiry
Sexual Exploitation
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CARE Press Release - MPs reject latest Assisted Suicide Bill
Assisted Suicide
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CARE Press Release - Church urged to pray ahead of Assisted…
Assisted Suicide
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Ofcom recommends social media age checks for everyone over 16The online safety watchdog, Ofcom, has published its recommendations for social media companies to verify users’ age ahead of a UK ban for under-16s in March.
Pornography
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Ethnic minority groups at higher risk of gambling harmNew research published by the Gambling Commission shows that those from ethnic minority groups are more likely to be at risk of problem gambling, despite lower participation rates.
Gambling
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Report alleges Home Office is using AI for immigration decision-makingA new report claims that artificial intelligence is being used across the UK’s immigration system to create a ‘digital hostile environment’ for migrants.
Artificial Intelligence
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Trans campaigners oppose Harry Potter Christmas lightsTransgender rights campaigners have launched a petition to stop Harry Potter themed Christmas lights being used to support author J K Rowling.
Transgender
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Opposition rising to Conversion Therapy BanOpposition is mounting in response to the Government’s Conversion Therapy Ban, following Bridget Phillipson’s article championing the draft Bill this week.
Freedom of Speech
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Barclays to cut 5,000 jobs as AI replaces rolesBarclays has announced plans to cut 5,000 jobs by the end of 2026 as the bank increasingly turns to artificial intelligence to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
Artificial Intelligence
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Isle of Man assisted suicide law receives Royal AssentOn Tuesday 20 October, the Isle of Man’s Assisted Dying Bill was granted Royal Assent, paving the way for assisted suicide to be legalised on the island.
Assisted Suicide