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Farage Slams 'Authoritarian' Mandatory ID Card Plan

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage launches a scathing attack on proposed compulsory ID cards, branding them a costly, authoritarian measure that undermines British freedoms and fails to address real issues like illegal immigration.

CPS Drops Charges Against Parliament Square Protesters

The Crown Prosecution Service has abandoned all charges against four individuals arrested under the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Act 2023 during a protest in Parliament Square, marking a significant moment for civil liberties in the UK.

Labour's Digital ID Cards Spark Fury from Liberty Groups

Labour's proposed digital ID scheme faces a fierce backlash from civil liberties groups, who warn it creates a 'golden database' of citizen information and threatens privacy rights. The plan is compared to a 'poll tax on privacy'.

Seattle Police sued over 'unconstitutional' DNA collection

The Seattle Police Department is under fire from the ACLU for allegedly building a 'covert DNA database' by collecting genetic material from hundreds of individuals, including a disproportionate number of Native Americans, without consent or criminal char

Sainsbury's facial recognition tech sparks privacy row

Supermarket giant Sainsbury's is rolling out live facial recognition technology to combat a surge in shoplifting, sparking a fierce backlash from civil liberties groups who brand it 'dystopian' and a threat to customer privacy.

Met Police defend stop and search at London protests

The Metropolitan Police faces scrutiny over Section 60 stop and search authorisations during pro-Palestine demonstrations in Westminster. Critics warn of eroded trust, while police cite preemptive action against potential violence.

Met Police criticised over Palestine protest advice

The Metropolitan Police is under fire after advising pro-Palestine protesters to avoid phrases that could be 'inflammatory'. Critics call it a 'chilling' attack on free speech as the force defends its stance.

AI Spy Cameras Secretly Tracking UK Citizens

An investigation reveals how AI-powered surveillance cameras are proliferating across UK streets, tracking citizens' movements and behaviours without explicit consent, raising urgent questions about privacy and civil liberties.

UK Police Urged to Abandon Live Facial Recognition Tech

A major human rights clash is unfolding as UK police forces are urged to abandon live facial recognition technology. Critics warn of a 'Orwellian real-time surveillance line' being crossed, threatening public privacy and freedoms.

Washington Firefighter's Arrest Sparks Legal Outrage

A decorated Washington firefighter's controversial arrest has ignited a legal firestorm, with his attorneys condemning the detention as unjust and demanding his immediate release amid growing public support.

Court Sides With Protesters in Landmark Ruling Against Govt

In a major ruling for civil liberties, the Court of Appeal has sided with climate protesters, declaring that the government's guidance on what constitutes 'reasonable' protest was unlawful. The decision is a significant blow to the government's crackdown

Qld MPs back police powers for instant DV orders

Queensland Parliament approves controversial legislation granting police authority to issue on-the-spot domestic violence protection orders, sparking intense debate over civil liberties and victim safety.

Trump's Flag-Burning Ban Call Threatens Free Speech

Former US President Donald Trump's renewed call to criminalise flag desecration ignites a fierce debate on the limits of free speech and the First Amendment, drawing strong reactions from civil liberties groups.

45 Arrests via Facial Recognition at Notting Hill Carnival

The Metropolitan Police deployed live facial recognition cameras at Notting Hill Carnival, leading to 45 arrests. The controversial surveillance technology sparked immediate backlash from civil liberties groups, who condemn its use as a 'dystopian' infrin

The Surprising Truth About Modern British Patriotism

New research reveals a profound shift in British identity, moving from traditional symbols like flag-waving to a deeper commitment to civic values, community, and the NHS. Discover what patriotism means in the UK today.

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