Harrods faces legal action over £1-a-head dining charge not going to staff
Harrods is being sued over a £1 cover charge that is not shared with its restaurant staff, ahead of new legislation mandating tips and service charges be given to workers.
Sky News issues 'very sad' breaking news update with Dame Esther Rantzen
Sky News reported that Dame Esther Rantzen, who is battling terminal lung cancer, shared a 'very sad' update about the likely failure of the assisted dying bill in the House of Lords.
Assisted dying bill will almost certainly fail - and doing it all again would be a significantly bigger challenge
The assisted dying bill in England and Wales is expected to fail due to a lack of parliamentary time, with the government not allowing further debate before the deadline.
Views sought on criminalising deepfake creation in bid to tackle violence against women and girls
The Scottish government is considering new legislation to criminalise the creation of deepfake images as part of efforts to combat violence against women and girls.
Jersey approves bill to legalise assisted dying for terminally ill adults
Jersey's parliament has approved legislation to legalize assisted dying for terminally ill adults, awaiting royal assent.
UK anti-slavery watchdog calls for overhaul of adult sexual services sites
The UK anti-slavery watchdog urges major reforms of adult services websites after findings reveal they can facilitate the exploitation of sex workers.
Memorial to 72 victims of Grenfell fire to be funded by new legislation
The UK government announces funding for a permanent memorial to the victims of the Grenfell Tower fire through new legislation.
Germany accused of ditching climate targets as it scraps renewables mandate
Germany's government faces criticism for abandoning its ambitious renewable energy legislation in favor of allowing the continued use of fossil fuels.
BBC Breakfast Fans Issue Same Complaint as Viewers Fume 'I'm Going to be Sick'
BBC Breakfast viewers expressed their disgust during a segment on food waste in a recent episode of the morning show.
Senedd votes in favour of implementing Westminster’s assisted dying bill
The Senedd in Wales voted to support the Westminster-assisted dying bill, allowing terminally ill patients easier access to assisted dying services.
Reform UK promises to scrap flagship Labour worker and renters’ protections
Reform UK has announced intentions to revoke key legislation related to workers' rights and tenant protections, drawing criticism from unions and renters' groups.
Nigel Farage 'mask off' as Reform offers lifeline to bad bosses and rogue landlords
Nigel Farage's political party, Reform, faces criticism for proposing the repeal of worker protections and tenant rights legislation.
Streaming services to be subject to same regulation as broadcasters in UK
New UK legislation will subject major streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video to the same regulatory standards as traditional broadcasters.
Jersey votes to allow assisted dying
Jersey has approved legislation to permit assisted dying for terminally ill adults, becoming the second British Isle to do so after the Isle of Man.
Death of 'Lip King' who carried out mum's fatal BBL sparks fresh call for law change
The death of Jordan James Parke, known as 'Lip King', who was undergoing investigation for a Brazilian butt lift that led to a woman's death, has intensified calls for legislation to regulate cosmetic procedures in the UK.
Brits could be banned from buying homes in these parts of Spain
Proposed legislation in the Balearic Islands of Spain seeks to prevent non-residents, particularly British nationals, from purchasing property.
Pet owners warned of 2 law changes in March and April 'could see dog seized'
UK pet owners face potential fines and pet seizures due to new legislation regarding dog walking and monkey ownership.
UK mulls removing ex-Prince Andrew from royal succession – media
The UK government is considering legislation to remove ex-Prince Andrew from the royal line of succession due to his connections to Jeffrey Epstein.
British government studies the possibility of removing ex-prince Andrew from the royal succession line
The UK government is considering legislation to remove ex-prince Andrew from the line of succession to the throne amid ongoing investigations into his conduct.
British Government Studies Removing Ex-Prince Andrew from Royal Succession
The UK government is considering legislation to remove former Prince Andrew from the royal succession line amid ongoing investigations related to his past conduct.
UK government considers the possibility of removing former Prince Andrew from the line of succession
The UK government is contemplating legislation to remove former Prince Andrew from the line of succession to the throne following ongoing controversies surrounding his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Epstein Scandal: British Government Considers Removing Andrew from the Line of Succession
The British government is reportedly considering legislation to remove Prince Andrew from the line of succession following the Epstein scandal, pending the completion of police investigations against him.
Royal Crisis? Andrew, the Law, and the Crown Under Examination
The British government is considering legislation that could remove Prince Andrew from the line of succession to the throne amid ongoing scrutiny regarding allegations of abuse of public office.
UK considers removing ex-prince Andrew from succession line
The UK government is contemplating legislation to remove former Prince Andrew from the line of succession following ongoing investigations into his conduct.
Government to consider new law to remove Andrew from line of succession
The UK government is considering legislation to remove Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from the royal line of succession following recent allegations of misconduct.
Epstein case: the British government considers a law to remove former Prince Andrew from the line of succession to the throne
The British government is contemplating legislation to remove former Prince Andrew from the royal succession line due to his ties with Jeffrey Epstein.
Reuters: Considering Removing Ex-Prince Andrew from the Line of Succession
A British official has indicated that legislation could be proposed to remove Ex-Prince Andrew from the line of succession to the British throne amid ongoing investigations into his conduct.
MPs call for parliament to consider removing Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from line of succession
UK MPs urge parliament to remove Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from the line of succession following misconduct allegations.
Nationwide issues update for all customers ahead of July deadline
Nationwide Building Society has provided updates to its members regarding significant legislative changes that will impact its operations in the UK.
Horse Meat Set to Be Banned in Italy Amid Draft Equine Bill
Italy is considering a law that would classify horses, donkeys, and mules as pets, potentially banning horse meat consumption and imposing heavy penalties for slaughter.
Social media sites face being BANNED in major law change over intimate image abuse
The UK government is proposing new legislation that would require social media platforms to remove non-consensual intimate images within 48 hours or face severe penalties.
New dog rules from March 2026 mean unlimited fines and a year in prison
New regulations coming into effect in March 2026 will impose unlimited fines and a potential year in prison for dog owners who violate the rules, alongside expanded police powers to seize dogs.
UK considers a quick ban on social media for those under 16
The UK Prime Minister announced plans for a rapid ban on social media for individuals under 16, citing concerns over mental health and legal gaps in current online safety laws.
Nationwide alert over Treasury legal changes coming up this year
The UK Treasury is set to introduce significant legal changes that may affect customers of Nationwide Building Society, as officials prepare legislation to be discussed by MPs.
United Kingdom announces new proposals to regulate the use of AI and restrict minors' access to social networks
The UK government has announced new proposals aimed at regulating artificial intelligence and limiting minors' access to social media.
United Kingdom and Germany seek to accelerate projects to prohibit the use of social networks by minors
The UK and Germany are advancing measures to limit social media access for minors, with the UK proposing a ban for those under 16 and Germany aiming to restrict use for those under 14.
Starmer vows to fast-track social media law but says under-16s ban not definite
Keir Starmer has promised quicker action on regulating young people's access to social media but has not committed to a complete ban for those under 16.
Britain is also considering banning social media use for those under 16
Britain may ban social media use for children under 16, similar to recent laws in Australia.
Starmer accelerates plans to ban social media access for under-16s in the UK
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expediting legislation to prohibit social media access for children under 16, emphasizing the need for online safety.
From Australia to Britain: Growing Legislative Movement to Restrict Minors' Access to Social Media
Several Western countries are moving towards stricter legislative measures to regulate children's use of social media, following Australia’s lead in protecting minors from digital dangers.
Minister confronted over arrest of priest, 83, as she defends Palestine Action ban
UK Minister Yvette Cooper defends the controversial ban on Palestine Action after the High Court ruled it unlawful, while facing backlash over the arrest of an elderly priest under the same legislation.
Bid to strip Sarah Everard killer cop Wayne Couzens of pension he enjoys in jail
Ministers in the UK are preparing legislation to revoke the pension of Wayne Couzens, the former police officer convicted of murdering Sarah Everard, amidst public outrage over his continued financial benefits from his former job.
Ministers have been unable to strip Wayne Couzens of his pension
UK ministers are struggling to revoke the pension of Wayne Couzens, who killed Sarah Everard, and may need to introduce new legislation to do so.
Peter Mandelson will be stripped of peerage under major new law after Commons recess
The UK government plans to introduce legislation to strip Peter Mandelson of his peerage following his resignation from the House of Lords amid controversies over his connections to Jeffrey Epstein.
Huge change to political donation rules to close loopholes on foreign cash
New legislation in the UK aims to prevent foreign interference in politics by placing restrictions on political donations and allowing 16 and 17-year-olds to vote.
House passes Save America Act, Trump-backed bill to impose new voting rules
The House of Representatives has passed the Save America Act, proposed by Trump supporters, which aims to introduce stricter voting regulations including proof of citizenship for voter registration and limits on mail-in voting.
Democrats introduce bill to end statute of limitations on civil sexual abuse cases
Democrats in Congress have proposed legislation to eliminate the statute of limitations on civil sexual abuse cases, supported by survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse and following recent disclosures from the justice department.
The public still 'overwhelmingly' support assisted dying despite heated debates
A recent survey reveals that 80% of the British public continues to support assisted dying legislation, despite ongoing debates in Parliament.
Train driver minimum age to drop to 18 from June as UK tackles shortage
The UK will lower the minimum age for train drivers to 18 in response to workforce shortages, with legislation set to be introduced in Parliament.
These US states want polluters to pay for the rising insurance costs of climate disasters
Three US states are proposing legislation to allow state prosecutors to sue fossil fuel companies for rising home insurance costs linked to climate disasters.