Victoria Introduces New Laws to Protect Retail Workers
Victoria announces groundbreaking legislation to criminalise violence against retail and hospitality staff, with offenders facing up to 10 years in prison. Read about the new protections.
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Carl's Jr Shuts California Locations Over Minimum Wage
Rising operational costs and California's new $20 minimum wage legislation have compelled Carl's Jr to close multiple locations across the state, highlighting the ongoing struggle between business viability and progressive labour reforms.
UK bans choking in pornography in landmark safety law
New legislation makes Britain the first country to criminalise the depiction of non-fatal strangulation in commercial pornography, addressing what experts call a 'public health crisis'.
Scottish landowners fear SNP land reform "unworkable"
MSPs face fierce backlash as proposed legislation to break up large estates threatens rural economy and sparks constitutional concerns across Scotland's agricultural sector.
Baby killed in XL Bully attack in Gwent
A nine-month-old baby has died after being attacked by an XL Bully dog in Gwent, prompting a police investigation and renewed calls for dangerous dog breed regulation.
France bans Shein with new anti-fast fashion law
French parliament passes groundbreaking legislation to curb ultra-fast fashion, directly impacting Shein's planned Paris launch with new financial penalties and advertising restrictions.
Government pushes through controversial takeover rules overhaul
Conservative ministers force through landmark legislation allowing faster corporate takeovers, sparking opposition fury and raising concerns about national security safeguards.
SNP plans minimum pricing for tobacco in Scotland
The Scottish Government is considering implementing minimum unit pricing for tobacco products, mirroring their controversial alcohol policy. Health campaigners welcome the move while critics warn of unintended consequences.
Sydney Tobacco Shops Close Under New Laws
Historic crackdown sees Sydney tobacco retailers shut their doors as New South Wales implements radical new legislation targeting smoking rates and youth access.
UK bans violent porn depicting women being choked
Exclusive: New laws will criminalise pornographic content depicting women being choked or subjected to extreme violence as ministers tackle the normalisation of dangerous sex acts.
Government accused of secret plan to strip NHS powers
Exclusive: Ministers are quietly pushing through legislation that would remove the Health Secretary's direct responsibility for England's NHS, sparking outrage from health unions and opposition parties.
Woman challenges Australia's anti-terror laws in court
A landmark legal battle unfolds as a Sydney woman prosecuted for flying a Hezbollah flag mounts a constitutional challenge against Australia's counter-terrorism legislation, testing the boundaries of national security laws.
Starmer faces backlash over delayed Hillsborough law
Labour leader Keir Starmer confronts mounting pressure over stalled Hillsborough law legislation as victims' families accuse government of broken promises. Exclusive analysis reveals the political battle unfolding behind the scenes.
Courtney Stodden campaigns to end UK child marriages
Reality star Courtney Stodden, who married at 16 to 51-year-old Doug Hutchison, breaks silence on traumatic underage marriage experience and campaigns for legal reform in the UK.
Hillsborough Law 'watered down' in new bill
Exclusive: Ministers accused of betraying Hillsborough families with weakened legal reforms as new bill fails to deliver promised 'duty of candour' for public officials.
Stormont Crisis Over Troubles Immunity Legislation
Stormont's devolved government could be dissolved as families of Troubles victims threaten legal action against the UK government's controversial immunity bill, creating a major constitutional crisis.
Maldives enacts world-first generational smoking ban
The Maldives becomes the first nation to implement a complete generational smoking ban, prohibiting tobacco sales to anyone born after 2007 in a groundbreaking health initiative.
Victoria Passes Australia's First Indigenous Treaty
In a landmark moment for Australia, Victoria has passed the nation's first formal treaty legislation with Indigenous traditional owners, establishing a groundbreaking framework for self-determination and cultural recognition.
Senate blocks Trump tariffs in historic vote
In a dramatic political showdown, the US Senate has voted to block Donald Trump's sweeping tariff plans, marking the first major legislative rebuke of his economic agenda and forcing significant policy revisions.
Labour MPs demand fireworks ban after Parliament scare
Exclusive: Labour backbenchers are pushing for legislation to restrict fireworks sales after a security incident near Parliament raised serious safety concerns about public access to pyrotechnics.
France votes to define consent in law after landmark case
French parliament passes landmark legislation explicitly defining sexual consent after high-profile case reveals legal gaps. New 'presumption of non-consent' represents major victory for women's rights.
UK Ends 'Intent' Rule for Racism in TV Ads
New legislation will remove 'intent' requirement from racism investigations in TV ads, marking a seismic shift in broadcast regulation and diversity enforcement.
Republican Bill Would Criminalise Insulting Former Presidents
California Republican Bill Essayli proposes groundbreaking bill making it illegal to publicly insult former presidents, sparking immediate controversy and free speech debates.
French mother's rape case fight transforms national laws
Gisele Pelicot's decade-long battle against her rapist transforms French law, granting victims unprecedented rights in sexual violence cases.
Republicans push major insurance changes in Congress
US Republicans are advancing legislation that could dramatically reshape insurance coverage, targeting key Biden policies and setting up a fierce political battle over healthcare protections.
Lords challenge government sentencing powers after murder case
Ministers confront House of Lords rebellion as peers demand changes to sentencing rules following Olivia Pratt-Korbel's tragic murder case.
Govt delays justice reforms after Olivia Pratt-Korbel tragedy
Ministers under fire as long-awaited legislation to protect witnesses and victims remains stalled, nearly two years after nine-year-old Olivia's murder shocked the nation.
Government Courts Bill Sparks Protest Rights Backlash
Ministers accused of 'draconian' power grab as new legislation threatens to criminalise peaceful protests and grant sweeping powers to restrict demonstrations across England and Wales.
Labour's Burgon warns of parliamentary chaos amid SNP blockade
Shadow Justice Secretary Richard Burgon warns of parliamentary chaos as SNP vows to block key government legislation, potentially grinding Westminster to a halt.
NY Politician's Housing Plan Sparks Market Panic
Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani's controversial 'Good Cause Eviction' bill threatens to upend New York's property market, drawing fierce criticism from landlords and housing experts who warn of catastrophic consequences.
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