Two private members' bills targeting Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPPs) have been introduced in the UK Parliament. These bills aim to protect whistleblowers, journalists, and victims of sexual assault from costly legal actions intended to silence them, potentially gaining cross-party support.
Two private members' bills targeting SLAPPs (Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation) have been introduced in the UK Parliament by Conservative MPs. The bills aim to protect whistleblowers, journalists, and victims of sexual assault from financially crippling lawsuits designed to silence them, and are expected to gain cross-party support.
Thousands of British Kashmiris protested outside the UK Parliament, alleging human rights violations and excessive force by Pakistani security forces in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoK). They called for international intervention and accountability for civilian deaths and injuries amid ongoing unrest.
UK parliamentarians are calling on the government to cancel a contract with US data company Palantir, citing concerns over over-reliance on US data providers and potential security vulnerabilities. They recommend seeking domestic alternatives or developing an in-house system.
UK MPs are demanding clarity over missing documents related to Peter Mandelson's appointment as ambassador to Washington, with concerns raised about his vetting process and links to controversial figures.
A UK parliamentary committee report names Palantir Technologies as a prime example of the UK public sector's over-reliance on US firms, calling it an "unacceptable weakness." The report specifically highlights Palantir's £330 million contract with the NHS, warning of "vendor lock-in" risks and urging the government to consider early termination.
Nigel Farage faces a Parliamentary Standards inquiry over a $6.7M gift from billionaire Tether investor Christopher Harborne, declared for personal security, amid questions over undeclared financial interests and compliance with the House of Commons code of conduct.
The UK Parliament held its ceremonial opening in London, featuring the traditional summons of lawmakers by Black Rod and a speech by King Charles III outlining the government's legislative agenda.
King Charles III to deliver speech outlining Keir Starmer's legislative agenda for second parliamentary session, focusing on economic growth, energy, and national security
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's legislative agenda for the second parliamentary session includes over 35 bills, focusing on economic growth, national security, and EU ties.
The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill has failed to become law after running out of time in Parliament. The bill, which would have allowed terminally ill adults expected to die within six months to seek medical help to end their life, was supported by MPs in November 2024 but stalled in the House of Lords where more than 1,200 amendments were tabled. Labour MP Kim Leadbeater, who introduced the bill, expressed disappointment and anger, accusing the unelected chamber of preventing the bill from becoming law despite Commons support.
The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill has failed to become law in England and Wales after running out of time in Parliament. The bill, which proposed allowing terminally ill adults with less than six months to live to apply for assisted death with doctor and expert panel approval, passed two Commons votes but never faced a Lords vote. Supporters accused opponents of a 'prolonged filibuster' and 'denial of democracy', while opponents branded it 'unsafe and unworkable' with concerns over vulnerable people.
Data breach disclosed in UK parliament Thursday saw around 500,000 volunteers’ confidential information advertised for sale on Alibaba.
The UK Parliament has passed a landmark bill to create the first smoke-free generation by prohibiting cigarette sales to anyone born after December 31, 2008. This legislation, awaiting royal assent, also grants the government enhanced powers to regulate tobacco and vaping products, aiming to significantly reduce smoking-related deaths and protect future generations from addiction.
Britain's parliament has approved the Tobacco and Vapes Bill, banning anyone born after January 1, 2009 (currently aged 17) from buying cigarettes for life. The legislation, awaiting royal assent, will extend smoking bans to outdoor spaces including children's playgrounds and areas outside schools and hospitals. It also grants powers to restrict vape flavours, packaging, and ban vaping where smoking is prohibited.
Ministers hope tobacco and vapes bill, which will become law next week, will create a ‘smoke-free generation’A bill banning anyone born after 2008 from buying tobacco in the UK has completed its progress through parliament in a move that ministers hope will create a “smoke-free generation”.Under the tobacco and vapes bill anyone born on or after 1 January 2009 will never be able to be legally sold tobacco across the UK, in an effort to save lives and reduce the burden on the NHS. Continue reading...
Executives from Meta, Roblox and TikTok denied their platforms are inherently addictive to children during a Westminster hearing, arguing there is no evidence platforms are 'addictive by nature'. The appearance followed a Los Angeles court case last month where Meta and YouTube were found liable for designing addictive products. The committee chair warned Snapchat, which cancelled, that they would be summoned. The UK government is consulting on whether to ban under-16s from social media, following Australia's example.
