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Council quashes £150 fine for coffee down drain

A London council has been forced to overturn a controversial £150 penalty issued to a woman for disposing of coffee grounds down a drain, in a case that sparked widespread criticism of jobsworth enforcement.

McVey: Prisoners should never get vote

Cabinet Office Minister Esther McVey faces backlash after announcing legislation to permanently ban prisoners from voting, defying European Court rulings and igniting human rights debates.

Martin Lewis: 6 Council Tax Traps Exposed

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis exposes six little-known council tax pitfalls that could be draining your wallet, plus how to challenge your band and claim refunds.

Minister faces criticism over trans guidance delays

Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson faces criticism as long-awaited transgender guidance for schools faces further delays from the Equality and Human Rights Commission, sparking political blame game.

Reclaim Council Tax Overpayments - 3 Methods

Thousands of UK households could be owed significant council tax refunds. Discover three proven methods to check if you've overpaid and claim your money back today.

EHRC slams Labour's transgender school guidance plans

Labour's shadow education secretary faces fierce criticism from the Equality and Human Rights Commission over proposed transgender guidance that could put children at risk and undermine parental rights.

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.

UK trans healthcare breaches human rights - watchdog

A damning report from Europe's top human rights monitor reveals Britain's transgender treatment services are failing to meet international standards, creating dangerous waiting times and access barriers.

Trans people risk exclusion from UK public spaces

A leading human rights expert reveals how transgender people face increasing barriers to accessing hospitals, shops, and public services across the UK, creating 'invisible walls' in daily life.

West criminalising Palestine protests - report

A shocking investigation reveals how Western democracies are systematically dismantling protest rights and targeting Palestine solidarity activists through legal harassment and police violence.

Taliban foreign minister visits India for bilateral talks

In a significant diplomatic move, Taliban's acting foreign minister Amir Khan Muttaqi visits India for bilateral talks, while the regime faces international condemnation over its treatment of women and journalists.

Aziz Ansari Saudi show sparks HRW donation return

Human Rights Watch returns donation from comedian Aziz Ansari following his controversial performance at Saudi Arabia's Riyadh comedy festival, raising questions about entertainment and human rights.

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