Assisted Dying Bill Could Spark NHS Exodus
A leading KC warns the assisted dying Bill offers no legal protection for objecting GPs, risking an NHS staff exodus. Read the full legal analysis and its implications.
Category : Search result: LGBTQ protections
Trump administration revives species protections rollback
The Trump administration is moving to weaken the Endangered Species Act, a move critics warn could push vulnerable wildlife closer to extinction. Discover the implications.
Ohio religious freedom bill faces LGBTQ+ rights opposition
A proposed Ohio law granting businesses religious exemption from serving LGBTQ+ customers faces fierce opposition from civil rights groups and Hindu leaders, raising concerns about legalised discrimination.
FBI warns of planned attacks on Michigan LGBTQ+ venues
Federal authorities uncover chilling scheme targeting LGBTQ+ establishments across Michigan and Midwest, warning of potential coordinated attacks.
Labour's employment rights bill transforms UK workplace
The Labour government's landmark employment rights bill promises the biggest shake-up of workplace protections in decades, challenging the Tory legacy and empowering British workers.
Victoria to ban NDAs silencing sexual harassment victims
Victoria is poised to become Australia's first state to outlaw non-disclosure agreements that silence victims of workplace sexual harassment in groundbreaking legislation set to transform workplace protections.
US Senate Passes Landmark Essential Workers Bill
In a historic move, the US Senate has approved the Essential Workers Bill, granting new protections and benefits to frontline employees who kept America running during the pandemic. Discover how this legislation will transform workers' rights.
Sydney Gay Club Apologises for Chappell Roan Backlash
A prominent Sydney gay nightclub faces community outrage after controversial handling of lesbian pop hit 'Pink Pony' performance, prompting formal apology and policy review.
Church of Norway apologises to LGBTQ+ community
In a historic move, Norway's national church has formally apologised to LGBTQ+ people for decades of discrimination and exclusion, acknowledging 'shame and great harm' caused by its policies.
UK government blocks Welsh conversion therapy ban
The UK government has prevented Wales from implementing its own ban on conversion therapy, sparking a major constitutional dispute over devolved powers and LGBTQ+ rights protections.
Reeves faces fury over planning bill changes
Nature organisations condemn 'cynical' 11th-hour amendments to planning legislation that could weaken environmental protections across England.
Miss Major Griffin-Gracy: Transgender Activist Honoured in London
The extraordinary life of pioneering transgender rights activist Miss Major Griffin-Gracy is being honoured in London through a powerful new exhibition and documentary, celebrating her decades of frontline work supporting marginalised communities.
Trump's LGBTQ+ police pledge sparks California outrage
Former President Donald Trump faces widespread condemnation after vowing to deploy law enforcement against California's LGBTQ+ community during a recent rally speech.
Trump's Rhode Island rally sparks LGBTQ+ community outrage
Former President Donald Trump faces mounting criticism from LGBTQ+ advocates and business leaders following controversial remarks at his Providence rally, prompting corporate sponsors to withdraw support.
US Supreme Court overturns conversion therapy bans
In a controversial 6-3 decision, America's highest court has struck down local bans on conversion therapy, reigniting debates over LGBTQ+ protections and states' rights.
Florida's LGBTQ+ tourism boycott costs millions
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis's controversial policies spark massive LGBTQ+ tourism boycott, costing Miami Beach millions as travellers choose more inclusive destinations.
Kyle's Workers' Rights Reforms Transform UK Employment
Groundbreaking workers' rights reforms championed by Kyle promise to reshape Britain's employment sector with enhanced protections and fairer workplace practices.
UK Business Crisis: Tax Hikes & Worker Rights Squeeze
British businesses confront a perfect storm as new tax increases and enhanced worker rights legislation create unprecedented pressure on companies already struggling with economic uncertainty.
Paraguay's Mother's Day declaration excludes LGBTQ+ families
Paraguay's Chamber of Deputies sparks outrage by declaring 'Mother's Day' as exclusively for 'pregnant women, mothers, and grandmothers,' drawing condemnation from LGBTQ+ rights groups who call it discriminatory and exclusionary.
Birmingham Uni Tops UK LGBTQ+ Friendliness Survey
A major new Ipsos survey reveals the University of Birmingham is the UK's most LGBTQ+ friendly university, as national attitudes show a significant generational divide on identity and equality issues.
Ghana Parliament Brawl Over Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill Halts Vote
Chaos erupted in Ghana's parliament as lawmakers came to blows during a heated debate on a stringent new anti-LGBTQ+ bill, delaying a critical vote and drawing international condemnation.
Jade Thirlwall Praised for LGBTQ+ Music Industry Representation
Little Mix star Jade Thirlwall receives widespread acclaim for her powerful advocacy and increased LGBTQ+ representation in pop music, earning praise from fans and charities alike.
Politicians in 51 nations used anti-LGBTQ election rhetoric
A major investigation by the NGO ILGA-World reveals a sharp global rise in the weaponisation of anti-LGBTQ+ sentiment as a campaign strategy during recent elections, undermining fundamental human rights.
Pope Francis meets LGBTQ+ advocate in Vatican audience
In a significant move, Pope Francis held a private audience with prominent LGBTQ+ ministry leader Father James Martin at the Vatican, reinforcing his message of inclusivity and 'welcome for all' within the Catholic Church.
US Court Axes Protected Status for Haitian and Venezuelan Migrants
A landmark US court ruling, backed by the Trump White House, terminates humanitarian protections for hundreds of thousands of migrants from Haiti and Venezuela, setting a major precedent for US immigration policy.
Pope Francis meets LGBTQ+ advocate Fr James Martin at Vatican
Pope Francis held a landmark private audience with prominent LGBTQ+ advocate Father James Martin at the Vatican, signalling a significant pastoral shift in the Catholic Church's approach to the LGBTQ+ community.
Trump's Plan to Strip Protections from US Federal Workforce
Exclusive: The Trump administration is advancing a sweeping plan to strip job protections from thousands of federal employees, potentially reshaping the US government's structure and igniting a fierce political battle over the future of the American civil
Illinois Launches Free LGBTQ+ Legal Defence Hotline
Illinois establishes a groundbreaking, state-funded legal hotline offering free, immediate counsel to LGBTQ+ residents facing discrimination, housing issues, and civil rights violations.
Lesbian pop-up defied Hurricane Katrina devastation
The remarkable story of Grrlspot, a pop-up lesbian dance party that became a beacon of hope and defiance in the immediate, chaotic aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans.
Mitch Brown: First active AFL men's player comes out as gay
Western Bulldogs defender Mitch Brown makes history as the first active AFL men's player to come out as gay, receiving an outpouring of support and redefining courage in professional sport.
Page 1 of 4