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New Analysis Reveals How Different Voting Systems Would Alter UK Parliament Seat Totals

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Política·22/7/2026Resumen IA

New Analysis Reveals How Different Voting Systems Would Alter UK Parliament Seat Totals

New analysis for the Guardian by More in Common shows how different UK voting systems would yield vastly different parliamentary seat distributions based on current polling. While FPTP could give Reform UK a near-majority, proportional systems would likely result in hung parliaments and coalition governments, potentially a progressive alliance.

Guardian UK

5 min de lectura

UK Parliamentary Group Launches Inquiry into Banking Barriers for Crypto Businesses

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Business·21/7/2026Resumen IA

UK Parliamentary Group Launches Inquiry into Banking Barriers for Crypto Businesses

A UK parliamentary group has launched an inquiry into banking barriers faced by crypto businesses and consumers, citing concerns over investment, competition, and economic growth. The inquiry follows a survey revealing widespread transaction blocks and a 'hostile' banking environment, ahead of new FCA crypto regulations.

Cointelegraph

3 min de lectura

UK Parliament Committee Urges Against Extending Palantir's NHS Contract

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Política·9/7/2026Resumen IA

UK Parliament Committee Urges Against Extending Palantir's NHS Contract

A UK parliamentary committee has advised the government not to renew Palantir's contract with the NHS, citing concerns over data trust and the contested benefits of the technology. Palantir defended its software's contributions to patient care and operational efficiency.

Politico EU

2 min de lectura

Teenage Girls Face Postcode Lottery in UK Sport Access, Missing 100 Minutes Weekly

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Deportes·1/7/2026Resumen IA

Teenage Girls Face Postcode Lottery in UK Sport Access, Missing 100 Minutes Weekly

New research by Public First reveals teenage girls in the UK face a "postcode lottery" for sport access, missing up to 100 minutes of exercise weekly compared to boys. Urban and ethnic minority girls are most affected. This disparity, linked to safety, social barriers, and facility access, could cost the economy over £640m annually.

Guardian Sport

3 min de lectura

Teenage Girls Face Postcode Lottery in Sports Access, New Research Shows

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Deportes·1/7/2026Resumen IA

Teenage Girls Face Postcode Lottery in Sports Access, New Research Shows

New research reveals significant disparities in sports participation for teenage girls across the UK, with urban girls missing out on an average of 100 minutes of exercise weekly compared to boys. The gap is wider for girls from ethnic minority backgrounds and linked to safety, social barriers, and facility access.

Guardian Sport

2 min de lectura

UK Parliament to Debate Inquiry into Israeli Influence on Politics

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Política·22/6/2026Resumen IA

UK Parliament to Debate Inquiry into Israeli Influence on Politics

A UK parliamentary debate on Monday will address calls for an inquiry into alleged Israeli influence on British politics, triggered by a petition with over 118,000 signatures. The petition cites concerns over lobbying activities shaping government decisions and public debate.

Al Jazeera

8 min de lectura

UK Parliament Sees Coordinated Push to Protect Whistleblowers and Journalists from SLAPPs

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Política·17/6/2026Resumen IA

UK Parliament Sees Coordinated Push to Protect Whistleblowers and Journalists from SLAPPs

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.

Guardian UK

4 min de lectura

UK Parliament Sees Coordinated Push to Protect Whistleblowers from SLAPPs

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Política·17/6/2026Resumen IA

UK Parliament Sees Coordinated Push to Protect Whistleblowers from SLAPPs

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.

Guardian UK

3 min de lectura

British Kashmiris Protest Alleged Human Rights Violations in PoK Outside UK Parliament

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Mundo·14/6/2026Resumen IA

British Kashmiris Protest Alleged Human Rights Violations in PoK Outside UK Parliament

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.

TOI World

3 min de lectura

UK Parliament Committee Urges Termination of NHS Contract with Palantir

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Política·3/6/2026Resumen IA

UK Parliament Committee Urges Termination of NHS Contract with Palantir

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.

Die Zeit

1 min de lectura

UK Parliament Debates Missing Documents in Peter Mandelson Appointment

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Política·3/6/2026Resumen IA

UK Parliament Debates Missing Documents in Peter Mandelson Appointment

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.

UK Parliament Committee Criticizes Over-reliance on US Firm Palantir for Public Sector

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.

UK Parliamentary Inquiry into Nigel Farage's $6.7M Gift from Tether Investor

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.

Decrypt

UK Parliament Holds Ceremonial State Opening with King Charles III

Política

13/5/2026Resumen IA

UK Parliament Holds Ceremonial State Opening with King Charles III

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.

UK Parliamentary Session Opens with New 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 Parliamentary Session Opens with New Legislative Agenda

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.

Politico EU

3 min de lectura

Assisted dying bill fails to become law as time runs out in UK Parliament

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Política·24/4/2026Resumen IA

Assisted dying bill fails to become law as time runs out in UK Parliament

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.

BBC UK News

3 min de lectura

Assisted Dying Bill Fails in UK Parliament After Running Out of Time

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Política·24/4/2026Resumen IA

Assisted Dying Bill Fails in UK Parliament After Running Out of Time

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.

Medical data of 500,000 people listed for sale on Chinese website

Data breach disclosed in UK parliament Thursday saw around 500,000 volunteers’ confidential information advertised for sale on Alibaba.

Politico EU

A future without cigarettes: Britain’s long game against smoking

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23/4/2026

A future without cigarettes: Britain’s long game against smoking

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.

Times of India

UK Parliament Passes Bill Banning Cigarette Sales for Life for Anyone Under 18

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Política·22/4/2026Resumen IA

UK Parliament Passes Bill Banning Cigarette Sales for Life for Anyone Under 18

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.

Bill banning people born after 2008 from buying tobacco clears UK parliament

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...

Guardian UK

Social Media Executives Deny Platform Addiction Claims at UK Parliament Hearing

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Política·21/4/2026Resumen IA

Social Media Executives Deny Platform Addiction Claims at UK Parliament Hearing

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.

Guardian UK

2 min de lectura