Rishi Sunak calls for accelerated deregulation to boost growth while former energy ministers urge government to reconsider North Sea oil and gas restrictions, highlighting tensions between economic and environmental priorities.
The UK government is launching a consultation on banning social media for under-16s, with Prime Minister Keir Starmer likely to support the move. Options include age limits and curbs on infinite scrolling.
Channel 4's drama Dirty Business reveals the ongoing sewage pollution scandal in England and Wales, tracing from a 1999 child's death to current corporate negligence, with campaigners pushing for public ownership.
A federal appeals court has lifted an injunction on Louisiana's law requiring Ten Commandments displays in public school classrooms, sparking debate over religious freedom and constitutional rights.
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The UK government announces updates to the Online Safety Act to regulate AI chatbots, but faces criticism over slow response times and calls for stricter social media bans for minors.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces urgent legislation to ban social media access for children under 16, citing mental health risks and aiming for swift parliamentary action.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer plans to fast-track a social media ban for under-16s, including AI chatbot restrictions, to enhance online safety and hold tech firms accountable under the Online Safety Act.
The Labour Party is considering a new tax targeting rural drivers' mileage for electric vehicles, aiming to generate revenue as fuel duty declines. This proposal could impact rural communities heavily reliant on cars.
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Prime Minister Keir Starmer has declared a major crackdown on tech firms, targeting AI-generated illegal content and potential age limits on social media to safeguard children online.
As the UK moves towards a cashless economy, experts warn of increased financial exclusion for vulnerable groups and heightened privacy risks from digital transactions.
MetroTalk readers express strong opposition to Nigel Farage's proposal to reintroduce the two-child benefit cap, arguing it harms children and society. Letters highlight concerns over poverty and taxpayer responsibility.
France's government is sending letters to 29-year-olds reminding them to have children, sparking criticism over gendered pressure and ignoring housing affordability issues.
Ministers plan to tighten regulations after water company bosses circumvented bonus bans through parent companies and creative payment labelling.
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Kemi Badenoch endorses Javier Milei's deregulation stance as UK businesses face £83.4bn regulatory costs and hiring barriers, with new laws like the Employment Rights Act threatening economic recovery.
A new report highlights how outdated class definitions in the UK continue to reinforce social barriers, hindering progress on inequality and social mobility.
Labour's removal of the two-child benefit cap lifts 450,000 children from poverty but leaves 60,000 households at risk of hitting the overall benefit ceiling, limiting financial gains.
Social epidemiologist Kate Pickett discusses her new book 'The Good Society', presenting stark facts about UK inequality and proposing bold, evidence-based reforms for systemic change.
The Democratic Party is increasingly adopting universal childcare as a central policy, moving away from traditional means-tested approaches, with candidates nationwide championing this transformative issue.
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Shabana Mahmood says there's a strong case for banning under-16s from social media platforms, but police won't be involved in regulating any potential restrictions.
Each January, Australia engages in divisive debate about changing Australia Day's date, but this annual frenzy distracts from systemic First Nations inequalities that persist year-round.
The House of Lords has backed a ban on social media for under-16s, with the government showing signs of support amid pressure from MPs and public campaigns.
Britain's lack of strategic food reserves leaves households vulnerable to price shocks while European nations rebuild stocks. Experts warn market mechanisms fail for basic essentials.
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Ministers launch a consultation on banning social media for under-16s as pressure grows. Esther Ghey, mother of Brianna Ghey, adds her voice to calls for stricter online safety measures for children.
