Harrods brand faces legal action over 14-day work claims
A former employee alleges she was dismissed after complaining about working 14 consecutive days and claims she's owed £16,000 in unpaid wages from the luxury retailer.
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Liberal Women Condemn Colleague's 'Backwards' Abortion Comments
Senior Liberal women express outrage after Queensland MP Keith Pitt suggests revisiting abortion laws, calling the remarks 'deeply offensive' and 'politically damaging' for the Coalition.
Grooming gang probes dropped due to human error
A damning review uncovers how police investigations into grooming gangs were abandoned due to administrative mistakes and poor record-keeping, raising serious questions about victim protection.
Grooming gang probes dropped due to human error
Exclusive: Critical investigations into grooming gangs halted due to administrative failures, raising serious questions about police procedures and victim support.
Brazil probes deadly Rio police raid
Brazilian authorities have launched a sweeping investigation into a controversial Rio de Janeiro police raid that left multiple dead, amid allegations of excessive force and human rights violations.
Government's Massive Crime & Policing Bill Unveiled
The UK government has announced its most significant crime and justice reforms in decades, introducing harsher sentences for serious offences and expanding police authority in a sweeping new bill.
Lucy Ward: Joey Barton's posts "scared me"
Former sports journalist Lucy Ward gives emotional court testimony about the fear caused by Joey Barton's social media harassment campaign, detailing the real-world impact of online abuse.
Lawyers: Don't Destroy £60bn Industry Over LLP Reforms
Leading City law firms warn Chancellor's proposed reforms to Limited Liability Partnerships could devastate Britain's competitive legal industry and drive business overseas.
Victoria prisoners serving full terms in police cells
A shocking investigation reveals prisoners in Victoria are completing their entire jail terms in police cells, sparking human rights concerns and calls for urgent prison reform.
Strike 3 Porn Lawsuits Target Thousands in UK
Thousands face unexpected legal threats as copyright enforcement firms exploit adult content sites in aggressive 'Strike 3' litigation campaign across the UK.
Missing Native Woman Case Exposes Systemic Police Failures
The disappearance of Leanne Hausberg exposes the alarming crisis of missing and murdered Native American women as families confront police indifference and systemic failures.
Getty Images Wins Copyright Case Against Stability AI
In a groundbreaking ruling, Getty Images has successfully sued Stability AI for massive copyright infringement, setting a crucial precedent for AI companies using copyrighted material without permission.
Child bride faces execution over husband's death
A woman forced into marriage as a child now fights for her life, needing to raise £80,000 to avoid execution for her husband's death in a case exposing deep social injustices.
Nick Mohammed: Traitors star denied 'basic human right'
Ted Lasso star Nick Mohammed exposes behind-the-scenes drama from The Traitors, claiming a fellow contestant was denied fundamental comforts during filming in the Scottish Highlands.
Legal alarm over Tory MP's deportation threat
Leading UK lawyers warn of a 'race to the bottom' in immigration policy after Conservative MP Jonathan Gullis threatens mass deportations, raising constitutional concerns.
ULEZ Auto Pay Blunders: Drivers Face Unfair Fines
Exclusive investigation reveals how Transport for London's automated payment system is penalising compliant drivers, with one motorist facing £9,000 in wrongful charges.
Tax Fears, Porn Laws & Beckham Snub: Westminster Storm
Exclusive insight into the political storm brewing over rumoured tax increases, controversial pornography regulations, and the surprising truth about David Beckham's knighthood snub that's rocking Westminster.
Italian women targeted by deepfake porn sites
A shocking investigation reveals how Italian women are finding their social media photos manipulated into pornographic content and sold on subscription websites, sparking national outrage and legal battles.
Phillipson calls for gender recognition debate, faces backlash
Bridget Phillipson faces backlash after urging EHRC to lead national conversation on reforming gender recognition, dividing opinion across political spectrum.
Water firms seek double charging for sewage fixes
Water companies could bill households twice for infrastructure repairs to tackle sewage pollution under new Ofwat proposals being challenged in court by environmental campaigners.
Labour's worker reforms risk economic growth, warn businesses
City business leaders sound alarm over Labour's employment law overhaul, warning sweeping worker rights reforms could hamstring Britain's competitiveness and investment appeal.
Ashurst hires Linklaters private equity star Roger Parker
In a significant move shaking up London's legal scene, Ashurst secures top private equity partner Roger Parker from Magic Circle rival Linklaters, strengthening their corporate practice.
Why AI Can't Replace Human Wealth Managers
Discover why artificial intelligence struggles to replicate the nuanced human connections and emotional intelligence that define successful wealth management relationships.
UK bans strangulation in pornography
The UK government is criminalising the depiction of strangulation and choking in pornography, with creators facing prosecution under new legislation targeting 'dangerous and harmful' content.
Tens of thousands missing in Sudan's killing fields
Exclusive investigation reveals mass disappearances and systematic violence in El-Obeid as Rapid Support Forces consolidate control, creating ghost cities across Sudan.
6-Month Jail Threat for MP Home Protesters
New legislation could see activists facing up to six months in jail for demonstrating outside politicians' private residences, raising serious concerns about democratic rights.
Chile's Luxury Prison for Pinochet's Convicted Elite
An exclusive investigation reveals how Chile's military elite convicted of human rights abuses enjoy privileged conditions in a controversial coastal prison facility.
Iran protester dead after burning Supreme Leader's photo
Shocking reports emerge of a protester discovered deceased after setting fire to Supreme Leader's image as Iran's human rights crisis deepens
Motor Finance Backlash: £4bn Lender Withdrawal Demand
Pressure mounts on UK car finance providers as consumer groups demand billions be pulled from lenders embroiled in discretionary commission scandals, mirroring the PPI crisis.
Equality Commission guidance 'unworkable' say councils
New Equality and Human Rights Commission guidance on single-sex spaces has been branded 'fundamentally unworkable' by local authorities and public bodies, creating confusion and legal uncertainty across Britain.
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