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Rise in abortions linked to failure of 'natural' contraceptionThe number of women seeking abortions due to failed 'natural' contraception methods has increased sixfold in five years, according to a University of Edinburgh study.
Abortion
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Govt revives free speech law for universitiesThe UK government plans to reintroduce the Higher Education Freedom of Speech Act, initially passed in 2023 under the Conservative government.
Freedom of Speech
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Assisted suicide: What can we expect in 2025?
Assisted Suicide
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UK to impose sanctions on people smuggling networks
Human Trafficking
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England hockey bans transgender women from female competitionsEngland Hockey has announced it will prohibit biological men who identify as women from competing in its female category from the start of the next season.
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Idea that assisted suicide saves money "troubling", says former MP
Assisted Suicide
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MSPs told assisted suicide a 'Pandora's box'
Assisted Suicide
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Ex-MP criticises "denial and spin" by assisted suicide Bill supporters
Assisted Suicide
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10 years of the Modern Slavery Act: CARE calls for greater…
Human Trafficking
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Up to 30 MPs may withdraw support for assisted suicide Bill
Assisted Suicide
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Campaigners criticise Online Safety Act, citing loopholes on harmful content
Artificial Intelligence
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Govt provides funding boost for hospices in EnglandHospices in England have been promised a funding boost of £100 million in a move welcomed by the sector.
Assisted Suicide
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LTA bans transgender women from playing in female tournamentsThe Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) has announced a new policy banning transgender women and non-binary individuals assigned male at birth from competing in the female category of most domestic tennis and padel…
Transgender
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Concern over assisted suicide Bill scrutiny biasOpponents of assisted suicide have warned of bias on a committee tasked with scrutinising a Westminster Bill.
Assisted Suicide
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David Smith MP appointed UK Special Envoy for Religious FreedomDavid Smith MP has been named the UK Special Envoy for Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB).
Freedom of Speech
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Rates of euthanasia increase for fifth year running in CanadaThe rate of medical assistance in dying (MAiD) in Canada increased for the fifth consecutive year, with 15,300 people opting for euthanasia in 2023, accounting for 4.7% of all deaths – marking…
Assisted Suicide
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Ban on puberty blockers remains indefinitelyThe UK government has announced an indefinite ban on puberty blockers for under-18s after advice from experts raised concerns about safety and insufficient evidence on their benefits.
Transgender
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Education Secretary defends free speech amid criticism over delayed legislationEducation Secretary Bridget Phillipson emphasised the importance of exposing students to differing views, affirming the Government’s commitment to free speech and academic freedom.
Freedom of Speech