Kemi Badenoch endorses Javier Milei's deregulation stance as UK businesses face £83.4bn regulatory costs and hiring barriers, with new laws like the Employment Rights Act threatening economic recovery.
A new report highlights how outdated class definitions in the UK continue to reinforce social barriers, hindering progress on inequality and social mobility.
Labour's removal of the two-child benefit cap lifts 450,000 children from poverty but leaves 60,000 households at risk of hitting the overall benefit ceiling, limiting financial gains.
Social epidemiologist Kate Pickett discusses her new book 'The Good Society', presenting stark facts about UK inequality and proposing bold, evidence-based reforms for systemic change.
The Democratic Party is increasingly adopting universal childcare as a central policy, moving away from traditional means-tested approaches, with candidates nationwide championing this transformative issue.
Discover the six specific circumstances where you can legally cancel your TV Licence payments, including moving abroad, ceasing live TV viewing, or moving into a care home.
Shabana Mahmood says there's a strong case for banning under-16s from social media platforms, but police won't be involved in regulating any potential restrictions.
Each January, Australia engages in divisive debate about changing Australia Day's date, but this annual frenzy distracts from systemic First Nations inequalities that persist year-round.
The House of Lords has backed a ban on social media for under-16s, with the government showing signs of support amid pressure from MPs and public campaigns.
Britain's lack of strategic food reserves leaves households vulnerable to price shocks while European nations rebuild stocks. Experts warn market mechanisms fail for basic essentials.
Australia's government has fast-tracked major reforms, including a national gun buyback scheme and tougher hate crime penalties, in response to the deadly Bondi Beach shooting. Read the latest developments.
Australia passes its strongest gun control reforms since 1996, introducing a national buyback, stricter import bans, and enhanced background checks following the Bondi terror attack. Learn the key facts.
Families of police murdered at Wieambilla back federal gun buyback, but Queensland's LNP government is poised to reject the scheme, sparking political clashes over community safety.
The UK government is consulting on a potential social media ban for children under 16. We examine the Australian model, the platforms affected, and the fierce debate.
As new hate speech legislation is debated, experts question its potential to foster social cohesion. Will these laws bridge divides or deepen them? Read the analysis.
Ministers launch a consultation on banning social media for under-16s as pressure grows. Esther Ghey, mother of Brianna Ghey, adds her voice to calls for stricter online safety measures for children.
Anthropologist Anand Pandian analyses how US withdrawal from international accords and a culture of domestic division undermine collective security and climate action. Discover why our futures are interconnected.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer signals a potential social media ban for under-16s, following Australia's lead. Campaigners ramp up pressure as the government explores new protections for children online.
A New South Wales inquiry is examining a UK-style ban on the phrase 'globalise the intifada'. Legal experts warn it could face constitutional challenges and inflame tensions.
A grassroots campaign floods MPs' inboxes demanding a social media ban for children under 16. Keir Starmer hints at following Australia's lead as the debate intensifies.
Australia's pioneering social media ban for under-16s sees over 4.7 million accounts deactivated. Discover the impact on platforms like Meta and the global implications for online safety.
Former President Donald Trump endorses a Republican bill to reintroduce whole milk in US school cafeterias, reigniting debates on nutrition, childhood obesity, and political symbolism. Discover the details and implications.
France records more deaths than births for the first time since 1945, as financial fears deter parenthood. Explore the data and implications for Europe's demographic future.
Millions in the UK will see payments rise from April 2026. Universal Credit, State Pension, PIP, and Carer's Allowance are all increasing. See the new exact amounts here.
The Australian government is considering stronger legal protections against hate speech for LGBTQ+ people, religious groups, and people with disabilities following the Bondi attack. Read the latest.
US representatives reintroduce a bill to ban tricky subscription cancellations, as Americans waste hundreds on forgotten services. Could UK consumers benefit from similar protections?
The UK government is considering an Australia-style social media ban for under-16s. A decision is expected within months, amid cross-party support and warnings from safety groups. Read the latest.
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch pledges to ban social media for under-16s, citing addiction and mental health risks. The plan gains cross-party and union support.
The Conservative Party announces a plan to ban under-16s from social media. Kemi Badenoch leads the policy push, citing child safety concerns. Read the full details and political reactions.
Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Zohran Mamdani announce a groundbreaking free childcare plan for two-year-olds in New York City. Could this redefine 'pro-family' politics in the US and UK?