Starmer urged not to diminish Send children's legal rights
A new national campaign backed by actor Sally Phillips and cross-party MPs warns the PM against weakening legal protections for children with special educational needs in England's overhaul.
A new national campaign backed by actor Sally Phillips and cross-party MPs warns the PM against weakening legal protections for children with special educational needs in England's overhaul.
Sky News' Politics podcast analyses Bridget Phillipson's struggles with SEND reforms and single-sex spaces. Will government face rebellions over contentious spring legislation? Listen now.
As tech giants fuel speculation on sentient AI, experts warn anthropomorphising distracts from urgent digital harms. Explore the risks of granting legal rights to machines.
Westminster City Council faces criticism for publishing 12 major decisions, including property purchases and SEND transport, just before the Christmas break. Opposition leader Paul Swaddle alleges a lack of scrutiny.
Diane Munday, 94, who helped secure the 1967 Abortion Act, says the job is only half done. She demands full decriminalisation and warns of threats from US rollbacks and UK politicians.
A solicitor has been removed from the Roll after claiming she worked 28 hours a day to qualify for a £70,000 bonus. Discover the full details of the tribunal's ruling.
The European Court of Human Rights has intervened in the case of Shamima Begum, questioning the UK's 2019 decision to strip her citizenship. Read the latest developments.
Dr Mary-Ann Stephenson, the new chair of the Equality and Human Rights Commission, addresses criticism from LGBTQ+ groups and pledges to uphold rights for all protected characteristics. Read her full response.
Hundreds of travellers faced disruption due to a Channel Tunnel power fault. Discover your rights to refunds, compensation, and accommodation from Eurostar and LeShuttle.
As Keir Starmer enters a critical year, we analyse the five major challenges that could define his time in Downing Street, from Send reforms to managing Trump. Read the full analysis.
Amyl and the Sniffers frontwoman Amy Taylor is taking legal action in a US court, accusing photographer Jamie Nelson of selling 'fine art prints' from a Vogue shoot without permission. Read the full story.
Two Peruvian municipalities have become the first in the world to grant legal rights to native stingless bees, a landmark move for biodiversity and Indigenous rights. Discover the story behind this historic conservation effort.
Ten years after Ireland's landmark Gender Recognition Act, a once-uncontroversial law faces growing scrutiny. Explore the journey from consensus to contention.
Hackney Council has approved a new 'child-centred and anti-racist' education strategy to tackle disproportionate exclusions of Black and SEND pupils. Learn what the plan entails.
The drastic 2025 cuts to USAID have triggered a global health crisis, creating an opening for ultra-conservative groups to reshape international aid with restrictive conditions. Explore the profound impact on women's health and reproductive rights worldwi
Labour's flagship employment bill, hailed as a 'generational shift', becomes law after Lords battle. New rights on zero-hours contracts, sick pay, and parental leave expected from 2026.
Reform UK deputy leader Richard Tice attempted to apologise for remarks about special educational needs, but descended into incoherence. The press conference highlighted party contradictions.
A devastating look at how policy shifts in 2025 have dismantled global health aid, targeting reproductive rights and disproportionately endangering women and girls worldwide. Read the full analysis.
Angela Rayner calls for MPs to sit through the night to pass her flagship Employment Rights Bill, as Lords' delays threaten manifesto pledge on sick pay. MPs vote to scrap unfair dismissal cap.
Labour's employment bill moves forward after business groups urge Lords to stop blocking it, but critical details on contracts and rights are deferred to secondary legislation, setting the stage for fresh disputes.
A damning UN report accuses New Zealand of backsliding on Māori rights and breaching the Treaty of Waitangi. Read the full findings and the government's response.
Organiser of Greedozer Invasion Day rally launches legal fight against Victoria's new CBD search powers. Could this set a precedent for protest rights in the UK? Read the full analysis.
Discover the simple steps to receive a festive card from the Prince and Princess of Wales this Christmas. Learn the correct address, posting deadlines, and essential tips to ensure your reply.
Discover how Parcel2Go is helping UK mothers get organised for the festive season with stress-free parcel sending and a 10% discount on international shipping. Make Christmas lighter and more manageable.
Former US President Joe Biden condemned Republicans for weaponising transgender rights, urging the LGBTQ+ community to 'fight back' against Trump's administration at a Washington DC conference.
Don't miss the festive post! Our complete guide reveals the last UK & international posting dates for Royal Mail & couriers, plus tips to save money and avoid delivery stress this Christmas.
UK workers will gain unfair dismissal protection after six months from 1 Jan 2027. Angela Rayner secured a faster timeline after talks with Business Secretary Peter Kyle. Read the details.
Woodlands School in Edgware is closed due to strike action over staff wellbeing and education standards. The NEU warns of more strikes if no deal is reached.
The parents of a Colombian fisherman killed in a US airstrike have filed a formal human rights complaint. Exclusive details on the first legal challenge to Trump's anti-drug boat bombings.
The Sutton Life Centre has been relaunched as a vital hub for young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, offering education, skills training and community space. Discover how this transformation is supporting local families.