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Legislation to tame the online ‘Wild West’ clears Parliament

Legislation to tame the online ‘Wild West’ clears Parliament

Legislation to tame the online ‘Wild West’ clears Parliament

19 September 2023

The Online Safety Bill completed its final stages in the House of Lords.


Irish president suggests climate changes ‘not as simple’ as giving up meat

Irish president suggests climate changes ‘not as simple’ as giving up meat

Irish president suggests climate changes ‘not as simple’ as giving up meat

19 September 2023

Michael D Higgins also criticised ‘cheap food policy’ and encourage consumers to support people who produce sustainable foods.


Teenager who died in police pursuit feared going to jail, inquest hears

Teenager who died in police pursuit feared going to jail, inquest hears

Teenager who died in police pursuit feared going to jail, inquest hears

19 September 2023

Wanted man Kelvin Bainbridge, 19, died from head injuries when he was struck by a police car after a six-minute pursuit.


Woman to be prosecuted for contempt of court over alleged jury sign

Woman to be prosecuted for contempt of court over alleged jury sign

Woman to be prosecuted for contempt of court over alleged jury sign

19 September 2023

The Attorney General’s Office has released a statement confirming that legal proceedings would be launched against Warner.


Cleverly hopes perpetrators of Sikh activist killing in Canada face justice

Cleverly hopes perpetrators of Sikh activist killing in Canada face justice

Cleverly hopes perpetrators of Sikh activist killing in Canada face justice

19 September 2023

The Foreign Secretary said the investigation must run its course after Canada’s prime minister linked India to the murder.


No plans to reduce six-day Royal Mail service, says Business Secretary

No plans to reduce six-day Royal Mail service, says Business Secretary

No plans to reduce six-day Royal Mail service, says Business Secretary

19 September 2023

Ofcom has announced it will review the service requirement to gather evidence on how it ‘might need to evolve to more closely meet consumer needs’.


Shapps pledges ‘unwavering support’ for Ukraine in first meeting with Umerov

Shapps pledges ‘unwavering support’ for Ukraine in first meeting with Umerov

Shapps pledges ‘unwavering support’ for Ukraine in first meeting with Umerov

19 September 2023

It marks Mr Shapps’ first meeting with his Ukrainian counterpart, Rustem Umerov, after he was promoted in a Cabinet mini-reshuffle in August.


Patients facing delays as doctors strike urge ‘responsibility’ alongside action

Patients facing delays as doctors strike urge ‘responsibility’ alongside action

Patients facing delays as doctors strike urge ‘responsibility’ alongside action

19 September 2023

Those affected are worried about who is responsible for patients’ duty of care whilst doctors are on strike.


BBC reviews Russell Brand’s time at corporation as YouTube demonetises content

BBC reviews Russell Brand’s time at corporation as YouTube demonetises content

BBC reviews Russell Brand’s time at corporation as YouTube demonetises content

19 September 2023

Brand has strongly denied the allegations, which include claims of rape and sexual assault.


Hundreds of university and college support staff gather for pay protest

Hundreds of university and college support staff gather for pay protest

Hundreds of university and college support staff gather for pay protest

19 September 2023

Universities and college staff across Scotland have taken strike action this week as part of a dispute over pay and conditions.


Braverman urges Meta not to ‘go dark’ on detecting child abuse with encryption

Braverman urges Meta not to ‘go dark’ on detecting child abuse with encryption

Braverman urges Meta not to ‘go dark’ on detecting child abuse with encryption

19 September 2023

Suella Braverman accused the company of failing to provide assurances that underage users will be protected from predators.


Prince of Wales hails Ecuador for ‘crucial’ work in climate change battle

Prince of Wales hails Ecuador for ‘crucial’ work in climate change battle

Prince of Wales hails Ecuador for ‘crucial’ work in climate change battle

19 September 2023

The president told William the environment had always been important to his country.


MPs ask GB News if investigation has been launched into Dan Wootton claims

MPs ask GB News if investigation has been launched into Dan Wootton claims

MPs ask GB News if investigation has been launched into Dan Wootton claims

19 September 2023

The presenter and columnist is facing allegations that he used a pseudonym and offered colleagues money for sexual material.


Girl, nine, died after being knocked down by tractor as she rode bike

Girl, nine, died after being knocked down by tractor as she rode bike

Girl, nine, died after being knocked down by tractor as she rode bike

19 September 2023

Naomi Sarah Ferrans died after the incident in New Cumnock, East Ayrshire, on Monday.


H&M charges customers £1.99 for online returns

H&M charges customers £1.99 for online returns

H&M charges customers £1.99 for online returns

19 September 2023

H&M has joined the like of Zara, Boohoo and Next in introducing a charge.


Flagship law will make UK safest place in the world to be online, says minister

Flagship law will make UK safest place in the world to be online, says minister

Flagship law will make UK safest place in the world to be online, says minister

19 September 2023

The long-awaited Online Safety Bill imposes new legal duties on big tech companies and service providers.


Black urges young people to turn out in Rutherglen and Hamilton West by-election

Black urges young people to turn out in Rutherglen and Hamilton West by-election

Black urges young people to turn out in Rutherglen and Hamilton West by-election

19 September 2023

The SNP MP claimed Westminster had ‘shafted’ young people.


Consultants and junior doctors hold first joint strike

Consultants and junior doctors hold first joint strike

Consultants and junior doctors hold first joint strike

19 September 2023

Junior doctors are also due to continue striking on Thursday and Friday this week.


UK set for unwelcome rise in August inflation fuelled by higher petrol prices

UK set for unwelcome rise in August inflation fuelled by higher petrol prices

UK set for unwelcome rise in August inflation fuelled by higher petrol prices

19 September 2023

Official figures are predicted to show an increase in Consumer Prices Index inflation to 7.1% in August, up from 6.8% in July.


ITV reporter presents weather on London Eye after accepting Tom Cruise challenge

ITV reporter presents weather on London Eye after accepting Tom Cruise challenge

ITV reporter presents weather on London Eye after accepting Tom Cruise challenge

19 September 2023

Hollywood actor picked the daring feat for Ms Williams during an red carpet interview.


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