Dance Access in UK Schools: A Vital Fight for Arts
As 'The Nutcracker' captivates young audiences, we examine why dance education remains out of reach for many UK children and the new hope for creative subjects under a changing curriculum.
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PS Plus January Sale Begins Early with Cheap Games
Sony kicks off the PlayStation Store January sale early for PS Plus members, featuring massive discounts on Mortal Kombat 1, Tekken 8, Forza Horizon 5, and Battlefield 6. Grab deals before the full sale launches.
Historic monarchs featured on festive chocolate coins
Chocolatier creates giant edible coins of Henry VIII and Queen Victoria to celebrate a new UK banking hub. Discover the craft and the research on cash's emotional value at Christmas.
MP: Litigation funding risks profits before justice
Labour MP Oliver Ryan argues third-party litigation funding is becoming a volume-driven model, citing the Post Office scandal where £46m went to funders, not victims. Read his call for reform.
Legal challenge over Hampstead Heath ponds access to be decided
A High Court judge will decide in the new year whether a judicial review challenging trans access to Hampstead Heath's single-sex ponds can proceed. The case follows a landmark Supreme Court ruling on the meaning of 'sex'.
EU Parliament votes on abortion access fund for 20 million women
The European Parliament votes today on a citizen-led proposal for an EU fund to cover abortion care, aiming to close a deadly gap in access for millions. Follow the historic decision.
Why you must switch your old savings account now
Millions of UK savers are missing out on better interest rates due to inertia. Finance experts reveal why switching is easy and crucial to beat inflation.
NHS wheelchair service failing young disabled, letters reveal
A father reveals his daughter reapplied for a wheelchair seven times, exposing a crisis in NHS services for young disabled people. Read the full story and letters.
Peer faces $1m lawsuit after Lords lobbying suspension
Lord Evans of Watford, suspended from the Lords for lobbying breaches, now faces US legal action over a $1m payment from a Kazakh asset sale. He denies all claims.
Report: Jailing marginalised women ruins lives, harms children
A new report reveals the devastating impact of imprisoning vulnerable women in the UK. It's a feminist issue that demands urgent justice reform. Read the full findings.
Labour to Scrap Jury Trials in Certain Cases
The Labour government plans to abolish jury trials for some serious offences, sparking a major debate on justice reform and civil liberties in the UK. Read the full analysis.
Lammy unveils 'fast and fair justice' plan for courts
Justice Secretary David Lammy announces a £550m package to tackle Crown Court backlogs and support victims. Will controversial jury trial reforms follow? Read the full details.
Mitcham wins banking hub after Lloyds branch closure
Mitcham will get a shared banking hub in 2026 after a successful community campaign overturned an initial rejection, restoring vital face-to-face services. Read the full story.
Lawyers condemn plan to slash jury trials
More than 100 barristers warn government plans to restrict jury trials are an 'irremediable error' that could increase miscarriages of justice and undermine public trust.
Climate Justice Win at ICJ Sparks New Legal Era
Human rights lawyer Julian Aguon secures landmark ICJ ruling on climate obligations after Pacific campaign. Discover how Indigenous rights are shaping global climate accountability.
Teens fight Australia's social media ban in High Court
Two 15-year-olds launch a landmark legal challenge against Australia's pioneering social media ban for under-16s, set to begin on 10 December. Discover the constitutional fight.
Roman Arena Accessibility Upgrade for Winter Paralympics
The 2,000-year-old Arena di Verona undergoes £17.5m transformation with lift and toilets for Winter Paralympics opening ceremony, creating lasting accessibility legacy.
Major curbs to jury service expected next week
Ministers briefed on controversial plans to restrict jury trials to most serious cases only, aiming to tackle 78,000-case court backlog. Bold justice reforms expected.
Major curbs to jury service unveiled by ministers
Ministers set to unveil major curbs to jury service, with future juries likely to decide only murder, rape or manslaughter cases. Bold action promised to tackle the 80,000-case backlog.
Sir Alex Ferguson Backs 150 GCU Scholarships
Sir Alex Ferguson helps launch 150 scholarships for disadvantaged students at Glasgow Caledonian University, continuing his decade-long support that has raised over £11m.
Two Lords suspended over cash for access scandal
Lord Dannatt and Lord Evans face House of Lords suspensions after being found guilty of breaking parliamentary rules for payment. Read the full investigation details.
Young GPs cutting hours despite NHS access plans
Exclusive analysis reveals just 1 in 13 early career GPs work full-time as stress and childcare push doctors to reduce hours. Discover why the NHS faces a staffing crisis.
Hampstead Heath trans swim access decision due
The future of trans access to Hampstead Heath's single-sex ponds will be decided in January after a public consultation and legal challenges. Read the latest developments.
FirstGroup defies DfT on open access rail expansion
FirstGroup is aggressively expanding its open access rail services, defying government warnings over network capacity and taxpayer cost. Discover the full story behind the clash.
Triple Zero failure on Samsung phone leads to death
TPG confirms customer died after emergency call failed on incompatible Samsung device. Urgent warning issued for 50,000 older phones facing network disconnection.
Therapy: A Path Out of Narcissism, Not Into It
Psychodynamic psychotherapy provides a crucial escape from narcissistic patterns, yet NHS cuts threaten this evidence-based mental health treatment. Join the fight for accessible therapy for all.
Gap Years: More Than Just Travel for UK Students
Discover why gap years are becoming essential for UK students to save money and gain maturity before university, especially for those from regional areas facing financial pressures.
17 London Tube stations getting step-free access
London Underground announces 17 stations prioritised for step-free access upgrades, including Willesden Green, as part of Sadiq Khan's 2030 accessibility target.
Trump orders DOJ investigation into Democrats' Epstein links
US Attorney General Pam Bondi appoints Jay Clayton to lead probe into Trump's political adversaries and Jeffrey Epstein connections. Read the latest developments.
COP30 Funding Crisis: Paying for End of Oil and Gas
The critical funding gap for climate action takes centre stage at COP30. Wealthy nations must lead the transition away from fossil fuels. The time for action is now.
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