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The term is over, the summer has begun. At least, it has for most Members of Parliament. But not for the Secretary of State for Health, Wes Streeting. He is facing what…
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New APPG on free speech launchedA new All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Free Speech has been formed, aiming to protect and promote freedom of expression in the UK.
Freedom of Speech
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GPs urged to help identify gambling addictionHealthcare professionals in England should screen for problem gambling, similar to alcohol and smoking addiction, according to new guidance from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE).
Gambling
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Leadbeater Bill dangers rehearsed at Westminster
Assisted Suicide
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Bereaved families of problem-gamblers criticise coroners for lack of actionFamilies of individuals who took their own lives due to gambling addiction have criticised coroners for failing to address the link between gambling and suicide.
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Doctors oppose proposed changes to assisted suicide law
Assisted Suicide
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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?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…
Assisted Suicide
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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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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.
Transgender
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Up to 30 MPs may withdraw support for assisted suicide BillUp to 30 MPs who initially supported the assisted suicide Bill may withdraw their backing in the forthcoming parliamentary vote, citing concerns over potential coercion and the role of medical professionals.
Assisted Suicide
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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.
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