Australia remains the sole liberal democracy without a constitutional or statutory bill of rights. As global human rights face assault, experts argue domestic fragility undermines values and international advocacy.
As the US Supreme Court considers a landmark case on transgender youth in school sports, rival protests in Washington DC turn hostile. Advocates report increased aggression from opponents.
A new survey reveals London business confidence has plummeted to a record low, with bosses blaming the government's Employment Rights Bill for hiring hesitancy. Discover the impact on the capital's economy and political landscape.
New research reveals 90% of loss-making London property sales in 2025 were flats. Experts blame Stamp Duty changes and landlord reforms for a market glut. Discover the impact on first-time buyers.
Major UK parental leave reforms grant day-one rights to fathers and support for bereaved parents. Learn how the new rules impact 32,000 dads annually and boost family flexibility.
UK labour market ends 2025 with a sharp rise in jobseekers and falling permanent placements, marking a 39-month decline. Analysis shows weakened demand and rising candidate numbers.
UK state pensioners could secure a £150 energy bill discount this winter. Learn the eligibility criteria and the crucial February deadline to claim your support.
Diane Munday, 94, who helped secure the 1967 Abortion Act, says the job is only half done. She demands full decriminalisation and warns of threats from US rollbacks and UK politicians.
The European Court of Human Rights has intervened in the case of Shamima Begum, questioning the UK's 2019 decision to strip her citizenship. Read the latest developments.
Dr Mary-Ann Stephenson, the new chair of the Equality and Human Rights Commission, addresses criticism from LGBTQ+ groups and pledges to uphold rights for all protected characteristics. Read her full response.
Hundreds of travellers faced disruption due to a Channel Tunnel power fault. Discover your rights to refunds, compensation, and accommodation from Eurostar and LeShuttle.
Two Peruvian municipalities have become the first in the world to grant legal rights to native stingless bees, a landmark move for biodiversity and Indigenous rights. Discover the story behind this historic conservation effort.
As 2025 ends, Keir Starmer's government quietly drops its 'five missions' to focus solely on economic growth. Policy director Joe Hill argues for tax cuts and scrapping the Employment Rights Bill to boost the UK economy in 2026.
Ten years after Ireland's landmark Gender Recognition Act, a once-uncontroversial law faces growing scrutiny. Explore the journey from consensus to contention.
The drastic 2025 cuts to USAID have triggered a global health crisis, creating an opening for ultra-conservative groups to reshape international aid with restrictive conditions. Explore the profound impact on women's health and reproductive rights worldwi
The unelected House of Lords is proving an unlikely ally for UK business, challenging Labour's Employment Rights Bill which could cost firms £5bn a year. Discover why peers are stepping in.
Labour's flagship employment bill, hailed as a 'generational shift', becomes law after Lords battle. New rights on zero-hours contracts, sick pay, and parental leave expected from 2026.
A devastating look at how policy shifts in 2025 have dismantled global health aid, targeting reproductive rights and disproportionately endangering women and girls worldwide. Read the full analysis.
A new £820m scheme for young unemployed faces criticism for contradicting policies that restrict flexible work. Experts warn it masks a shrinking opportunity landscape.
Angela Rayner calls for MPs to sit through the night to pass her flagship Employment Rights Bill, as Lords' delays threaten manifesto pledge on sick pay. MPs vote to scrap unfair dismissal cap.
Labour's employment bill moves forward after business groups urge Lords to stop blocking it, but critical details on contracts and rights are deferred to secondary legislation, setting the stage for fresh disputes.
Six major UK employer groups warn Tory peers that blocking Labour's workers' rights bill risks a hard-won compromise on unfair dismissal. The legislation faces a crucial vote this week.
Six major industry groups have written to Business Secretary Peter Kyle, urging Parliament to pass the Employment Rights Bill after a key compromise on day-one unfair dismissal rights was reached.
A damning UN report accuses New Zealand of backsliding on Māori rights and breaching the Treaty of Waitangi. Read the full findings and the government's response.
A 15-year-old with a disability argues that proposed social media age restrictions would sever a vital connection to community and support. Read why she says the government's plan is misguided.
Former US President Joe Biden condemned Republicans for weaponising transgender rights, urging the LGBTQ+ community to 'fight back' against Trump's administration at a Washington DC conference.
Labour ministers propose scrapping the £118k cap on unfair dismissal awards to appease unions after dropping 'day one' rights. Business groups warn of a surge in costly tribunal claims.
UK workers will gain unfair dismissal protection after six months from 1 Jan 2027. Angela Rayner secured a faster timeline after talks with Business Secretary Peter Kyle. Read the details.
The parents of a Colombian fisherman killed in a US airstrike have filed a formal human rights complaint. Exclusive details on the first legal challenge to Trump's anti-drug boat bombings.
Angela Rayner tables amendment to implement reduced unfair dismissal qualifying period by 2026, bypassing lengthy consultation. The move follows Lords' intervention.