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It is just under a year and a half ago that I found myself writing a piece called ‘A Black Friday’.
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Assisted suicide: What can we expect in 2025?In November, a majority of MPs backed an assisted suicide Private Members’ Bill from Labour MP Kim Leadbeater. This vote received wide coverage in the media. However, this is by no means…
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UK to impose sanctions on people smuggling networksThe UK government has announced new sanctions targeting people smuggling networks, aiming to disrupt the financial operations of those profiting from illegal migration.
Modern Slavery
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Up to 30 MPs may withdraw support for assisted suicide Bill
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Campaigners criticise Online Safety Act, citing loopholes on harmful contentThe Online Safety Act (OSA) has been criticised for failing to adequately protect young people from harmful content, with campaigners vowing to push for stronger regulations.
Artificial Intelligence
Press Releases
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Major wins in regulation of online pornography
Pornography
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Scottish Parliament rejects Assisted Suicide Bill
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CARE for Scotland urges MSPs to reject assisted suicide ahead of…
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CARE for Scotland comment: Royal College of Psychiatrists switches to oppose…
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Govt provides funding boost for hospices in England
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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.
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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…
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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
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Footballer spoken to by FA after ‘I love Jesus’ message on Pride armbandThe captain of Crystal Palace, Marc Guehi, has been spoken to by the FA after writing the message ‘I love Jesus’ on the armband he wore last weekend in their game against…
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Assisted suicide legislation risks tax pressure on terminally ill pensionersTerminally ill pensioners may feel pressured to end their lives early to spare loved ones hefty tax bills, experts warn. Current rules allow pensions to pass tax-free if the holder dies before…
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