Judge orders overhaul of Chicago immigration facility
A US federal judge has mandated immediate improvements at a controversial Chicago immigration detention centre, citing severe overcrowding and inadequate medical care that puts detainees at risk.
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ECHR Chief Warns UK Faces Isolation Over Migration
The European Court of Human Rights president signals unprecedented changes to migration rules while cautioning Britain about diplomatic isolation in landmark statement.
Judge's 'Bend the Knee' outburst in court goes viral
A judge erupted in fury at Leeds Crown Court when a defendant refused to stand, shouting 'Bend the knee!' in a dramatic courtroom confrontation that's gone viral.
No Pants Court Hearing Sparks Judicial Fury in Detroit
A Detroit court hearing descends into chaos as multiple defendants appear virtually without trousers, prompting stern judicial rebuke and raising questions about remote proceedings decorum.
MoJ's £1bn funding crisis threatens prison reforms
Exclusive investigation reveals Ministry of Justice financial crisis with £1bn funding gap threatening prison reforms and court modernisation programmes.
Labour's Powell: Listen more to party members
In her first major speech as Labour's deputy leader, Lucy Powell calls for radical internal reforms to give party members greater influence over policy and direction.
GCSE and A-Level English reforms target literacy gap
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces sweeping reforms to English GCSEs and A-Levels to address England's stubborn literacy gap and regional achievement disparities.
Trump Allies Make Dramatic Court Appearance in San Francisco
Former President Donald Trump's high-profile legal team, including Kash Patel and Pam Bondi, made a striking appearance at a San Francisco appeals court hearing, signalling intense focus on a crucial case with significant implications.
Tommy Robinson Courtroom Outburst Over Contempt Charges
English Defence League founder Tommy Robinson could face jail time after allegedly filming defendants outside Leeds Crown Court and confronting a police officer during heated exchange.
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.
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.
Scottish Government in Supreme Court battle over schools
The Scottish Government's controversial education reforms face a constitutional challenge as the UK Supreme Court prepares to rule on whether Holyrood overstepped its devolved powers.
SEND Reforms Risk Repeating Universal Credit Failures
A damning IFS report cautions that the government's planned special educational needs reforms risk mirroring the catastrophic rollout of Universal Credit, potentially leaving vulnerable children without essential support.
Trump-Style Politics Threatens UK Democracy: Guardian Warning
Exclusive analysis reveals how the upcoming party conference season could import disruptive Trumpian tactics into UK politics, posing a grave threat to democratic norms and civil discourse.
Teen smirks through sentencing for brutal schoolboy attack
A 16-year-old boy smirked and laughed as he was sentenced for a vicious assault that left a schoolboy with a fractured skull and bleeding on the brain. The shocking lack of remorse was condemned in court.
Scathing Report Condemns UK Benefit System for Fuelling Poverty
An official commission delivers a damning verdict on the UK's welfare system, revealing how complex bureaucracy and harsh policies are pushing vulnerable citizens into destitution.
Reeves Sets 6 March Budget Date, Tax Reforms Expected
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a pivotal Budget for 6 March, signalling potential capital gains tax reforms and confirming a new gambling levy to fund addiction services.
ECHR 'Power Grab' Threatens UK Sovereignty, Report Warns
A bombshell report from the Policy Exchange think tank accuses the European Court of Human Rights of a 'significant power grab', using its rulings on asylum seekers to undermine national sovereignty and force uncontrolled immigration on member states like
UK Police Chiefs Demand Reforms Amid Soaring Officer Assaults
National police leaders across England, Wales, and Scotland call for immediate legal changes and better support systems as assaults on officers surge, highlighting a growing crisis in law enforcement safety.
Supreme Court rules against Scottish Gov over court closure
The UK Supreme Court has ruled against the Scottish Government, upholding the controversial closure of Kirkcaldy Sheriff Court. The decision deals a significant blow to Holyrood's authority over local justice matters.
Labour's National Insurance raid to fund free childcare plan
Exclusive investigation reveals Labour's radical plan to overhaul National Insurance, funding universal free childcare while sparking debate over fiscal responsibility and economic impact.
Starmer: Labour will block UK exit from ECHR
Sir Keir Starmer vows a Labour government will prevent the UK from leaving the European Convention on Human Rights, setting a clear battle line with the Conservatives on human rights law and immigration policy.
Reeves Forges New Pact with UK Banks to Boost Economy
Chancellor Rachel Reeves hosts landmark meeting with UK banking chiefs, unveiling a new 'shared commitment' to boost competitiveness and economic growth. Exclusive details on the new Mansion House reforms.
Labour's property tax bombshell: Rayner hints at major reforms
Exclusive: Labour's Deputy Leader Angela Rayner signals major tax reforms targeting property investors and second homeowners, with a potential raid on capital gains and stamp duty. The plans could reshape the UK housing market.
Victoria Overhauls Working With Children Check Laws
Victoria rolls out landmark reforms to its Working With Children Check system, introducing continuous monitoring and stricter enforcement to close critical safeguarding gaps and protect vulnerable minors.
French PM Bayrou survives no-confidence vote in close call
Centrist Prime Minister François Bayrou narrowly survives a parliamentary confidence vote, securing 273 votes in favour amidst political turmoil over France's controversial education reforms.
Treasurer defends retiree tax breaks amid fairness push
Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers defends generous superannuation tax concessions for retirees while promising intergenerational fairness reforms. Exclusive analysis reveals stark disparities in retirement benefits across age groups.
Childcare Reforms Threatened by Digital Exclusion Crisis
Major concerns emerge as the UK government's flagship childcare expansion, offering 15 free hours, is jeopardised by a complex and inaccessible digital application system, risking the exclusion of thousands of low-income and non-tech-savvy families.
Australia's Diplomatic Storm and Reform Controversy
Exclusive insight into Australia's escalating diplomatic row, the controversial 'Barry' roundtable reforms, and the political turmoil gripping Canberra. Discover the internal and external pressures shaping the nation's future.
NSW Overhauls Planning Rules to Boost Sydney Housing Density
The Minns government pushes through major planning reforms to boost housing density across Sydney and key NSW regions, facing fierce opposition from local councils and communities over infrastructure and character concerns.
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