Andy Burnham gains support from Wes Streeting and unions for Makerfield byelection, potentially paving way for Labour leadership challenge against Keir Starmer.
PolitiqueAIThe World Justice Report proposes an eco-socialist vision for a prosperous, equitable world within planetary boundaries, suggesting reduced work hours and increased earnings by century's end. It critiques the far-right's techno-extractivist approach and the traditional left's focus on endless growth, advocating for "sufficiency" and "planetary habitability."
PolitiqueAIA protest in Southampton turned violent, with far-right leaders, anti-immigrant influencers, and fascists in attendance. Eleven police officers and a police dog were injured. The protest was organized by Southampton Patriots and backed by Turning Point UK and Patriots of Britain.
PolitiqueAIA UK government-funded program, 'Finding Family,' is helping children leaving care establish relationships with trusted adults, including family and former support workers. The initiative aims to combat the 'cliff edge' experience many face and has been piloted in 25 local areas, with plans to expand with £8.4 million in funding.
PolitiqueAIThe US House of Representatives passed a resolution to curb President Trump's war powers against Iran, with four Republicans joining Democrats. The measure faces an uphill battle in the Senate and is unlikely to fully halt military action.
PolitiqueAISeattle is poised to pass a year-long ban on new datacenters, a move driven by concerns over rising utility costs, environmental hazards, and the AI industry's massive energy demands. The city council is expected to approve the moratorium, which activists hope will set a precedent for other jurisdictions.
PolitiqueAIA government-ordered report found Jewish patients and staff face "routine ostracism" in the NHS, prompting action to tackle antisemitism. Measures include restricting political symbols on uniforms and mandatory anti-racism training for health trust bosses.
