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New Mental Health Act Becomes Law in UK

Health Secretary Wes Streeting hails the new Mental Health Act as a 'giant leap' for dignity and autonomy. The law, receiving Royal Assent, overhauls the 1983 Act and aims to tackle racial inequalities and inappropriate detention.

Red Tape Cut to Speed Up Public EV Charger Rollout

New Planning and Infrastructure Act removes key licensing barrier for chargepoint operators, alongside £600m funding boost and measures to cut costs for drivers. Read the full details.

Hybrid work benefits women's mental health most

A major 20-year study reveals hybrid working significantly improves women's mental wellbeing, more than men's. Employers urged to adopt flexible policies. Read the full analysis.

Reeves Abolishes Work From Home Tax Breaks

Chancellor Rachel Reeves ends tax relief for home workers from April 2025. Discover how this new policy affects your finances and the government's push for office returns.

EU wants 16+ social media age limit

The European Parliament urges a 16+ age limit for social media. Discover how the UK, Australia, and other nations are regulating children's online access. Read the full global comparison.

Ofcom Urges Social Media to Limit Online Pile-Ons

UK regulator Ofcom issues new guidance to combat misogynist abuse and revenge porn, urging platforms to limit responses and use hash-matching tech to protect women and girls online. Learn more.

Brits spend 9 months of life on work travel

UK workers dedicate over nine months of their lives to work-related travel. Discover how commuting impacts British employees and find better work-life balance solutions.

Worker killed in machine over missing 50p screw

Alban Watts, 61, was strangled in a hen-feeding machine after a 50p screw was missing. His family blasts farm bosses as the company is fined £50,000. Read the full investigation.

University HR chief resigns over remote work comments

Adelaide University's Deputy Vice-Chancellor Paula Ward resigns following backlash after suggesting staff working from home were taking 'four-day weekends'. Discover the full story behind the controversial remarks.

North Korea executes business couple in public

A North Korean couple was publicly executed for alleged economic crimes. Hundreds, including children, were forced to watch. Read more on this shocking act of state control.

NSW Bushfire Downgraded After Critical Alert

A dangerous bushfire on the NSW South Coast has been downgraded to a Watch and Act warning after residents were told it was 'too late to evacuate'. Stay informed with the latest updates.

Father Demands Ofcom Change Over Online Safety

Ian Russell, father of Molly Russell, calls for new Ofcom leadership, accusing the regulator of lacking urgency in protecting children from harmful online content under the Online Safety Act.

Lady Newlove, victims' commissioner, dies aged 63

Helen Newlove transformed personal tragedy into powerful advocacy for crime victims, becoming Victims' Commissioner and Conservative peer. Her legacy includes the 2024 Victims and Prisoners Act.

Devon man convicted for importing child sex doll

A Devon man has been convicted under the Customs and Excise Management Act for importing a child-like sex doll, marking a significant legal precedent in the UK's fight against child exploitation.

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