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#reparations
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

What are reparations for slavery and colonialism and will the UK pay?

Reform UK party plans to stop visas for countries seeking reparations for historical injustices related to slavery.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 hours ago

Reform UK would stop visas for people from countries seeking slavery reparations

Reform UK will stop issuing visas to countries demanding reparations for slavery, calling such demands insulting and a misuse of history.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

What are reparations for slavery and colonialism and will the UK pay?

Reform UK party plans to stop visas for countries seeking reparations for historical injustices related to slavery.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 hours ago

Reform UK would stop visas for people from countries seeking slavery reparations

Reform UK will stop issuing visas to countries demanding reparations for slavery, calling such demands insulting and a misuse of history.
fromwww.theguardian.com
14 hours ago

I see it as trafficking': the brutal reality of life as a foreign student in the UK

Sam, a 24-year-old from Odisha, sought to study abroad for better job prospects. After filling out forms, he received calls from education agents offering free services to help with university applications.
Higher education
LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 hour ago

UK veterans forced to resign' for being gay launch legal action against MoD

Two veterans are suing the MoD over unfair compensation rules for LGBT personnel dismissed due to their sexuality.
#immigration
UK news
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 hours ago

Mother warns UK faces 'more rapes and murders' unless small boats are stopped - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Siobhan Whyte warns that current immigration policies increase risks of violence against British women following her daughter's murder by an asylum seeker.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Ministers working with Labour backbenchers to temper Mahmood immigration plans

Ministers are seeking exemptions to Shabana Mahmood's immigration changes, which would extend the wait for settled status from five to ten years.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

This country has been our home': US family in UK threatened with detention over visa mix-up

An American family in the UK faces homelessness due to a rejected Home Office application for indefinite leave to remain.
#london-elections
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
13 hours ago

Local elections 2026: London may become a political patchwork quilt

London's upcoming elections may see a significant shift in political power with multiple parties competing for control of councils.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
13 hours ago

Local elections 2026: London may become a political patchwork quilt

London's upcoming elections may see a significant shift in political power with multiple parties competing for control of councils.
#nhs
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
13 hours ago

It's heartbreaking': resident doctors in England face halt on new training posts

Resident doctors face unemployment as training posts are withdrawn amid ongoing disputes over pay and job security in the NHS.
Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Don't put off treatment during doctors' strike, NHS tells patients

Patients should seek necessary care despite the upcoming six-day strike by resident doctors in England.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Unions privately voice misgivings over BMA pay demands and doctors' strikes

Trade unions express frustration over BMA's demands and the impact on NHS staff pay negotiations.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Resident doctors accuse Keir Starmer of sabotaging talks to end pay and jobs dispute

Keir Starmer's threat to cut 1,000 NHS jobs has escalated the dispute with resident doctors, jeopardizing a potential deal.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
13 hours ago

It's heartbreaking': resident doctors in England face halt on new training posts

Resident doctors face unemployment as training posts are withdrawn amid ongoing disputes over pay and job security in the NHS.
Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Don't put off treatment during doctors' strike, NHS tells patients

Patients should seek necessary care despite the upcoming six-day strike by resident doctors in England.
Healthcare
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Unions privately voice misgivings over BMA pay demands and doctors' strikes

Trade unions express frustration over BMA's demands and the impact on NHS staff pay negotiations.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Resident doctors accuse Keir Starmer of sabotaging talks to end pay and jobs dispute

Keir Starmer's threat to cut 1,000 NHS jobs has escalated the dispute with resident doctors, jeopardizing a potential deal.
#social-media
Digital life
fromTheregister
10 hours ago

Brits are falling out of love with the internet

British adults are less active on social media, with fewer believing benefits outweigh risks, leading to increased passivity online.
Digital life
fromTheregister
10 hours ago

Brits are falling out of love with the internet

British adults are less active on social media, with fewer believing benefits outweigh risks, leading to increased passivity online.
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

UK has detained 76 age-disputed' children under one in, one out scheme

Over 70 age-disputed children have been unlawfully detained in the UK, facing mental health declines and lack of access to necessary support.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Rise in number of girls being identified as victims in county lines exploitation, data shows

An increasing number of girls are identified as victims of county lines exploitation, rising from 15% to 22% of cases in one year.
Mental health
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Men's group hopes to eases strain on NHS services

Moreton Men Sports Group provides informal mental health support through sports, helping men combat loneliness and connect with their community.
Exercise
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

From the ground up' How Black Country volunteers are tackling the highest levels of inactivity in England

Kelvin Gilkes promotes cycling and physical activity to improve mental and physical well-being in his community.
#non-crime-hate-incidents
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Labour to overhaul non-crime hate incident rules

The government will change how police in England and Wales record non-crime hate incidents to focus on relevant policing matters.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Labour to overhaul non-crime hate incident rules

The government will change how police in England and Wales record non-crime hate incidents to focus on relevant policing matters.
#racism
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Arrest in Tyne-Wear derby racist abuse probe

A man was arrested for racist abuse directed at footballer Lutsharel Geertruida during the Tyne-Wear derby at St James' Park.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Arrest in Tyne-Wear derby racist abuse probe

A man was arrested for racist abuse directed at footballer Lutsharel Geertruida during the Tyne-Wear derby at St James' Park.
fromwww.dw.com
3 hours ago

UK denies Kanye West entry, music festival cancelled

The UK Home Office stated that the US performer's presence would not be 'conducive to the public good.'
London music
#knife-crime
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 hour ago

New 26m mapping technology to be used in crack down on knife crime hotspots

The UK government is launching a £26 million initiative to combat knife crime using mapping technology to target high-risk areas.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 hour ago

New 26m mapping technology to be used in crack down on knife crime hotspots

The UK government is launching a £26 million initiative to combat knife crime using mapping technology to target high-risk areas.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 hours ago

Schools in knife crime hotspots to get specialist training

Up to 250 schools in knife crime hotspots will receive specialist training to divert children from serious violence with a £1.2m investment.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
21 hours ago

Hyper-targeted scheme to help at-risk schools in England tackle knife crime

Dedicated support for schools in England aims to prevent knife crime using targeted mapping technology and focused assistance.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week ago

Tens of thousands descend on central London for anti-racism rally

Our estimate is now that there are half a million people on this demonstration—the biggest demonstration ever against the far right. And it gives us all confidence to carry on. Thank you very much.
Right-wing politics
France news
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

France: Thousands join Paris suburb mayor to protest racism

A rally in Saint-Denis supported newly elected Black mayor Bally Bagayoko against racism and highlighted ongoing racial tensions in France.
Music production
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

UK music industry highlights need for black talent in executive roles

Support for black talent in executive roles is crucial as black music has generated 80% of UK music revenue over the past 30 years.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Police chiefs failed to tackle racism due to lack of leadership, watchdog finds

Promises to address racial bias in policing have failed due to lack of national leadership and internal resistance within police culture.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 hours ago

When I get abused just for dancing, it shows how far hatred of politicians has gone | Stella Creasy

Joy in politics is increasingly met with hostility, reflecting a troubling trend of character assassination against those who express themselves.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
19 hours ago

Ebike and e-scooter fires in UK rise to new record highs

Ebike and e-scooter fires in the UK surged to record levels in 2025, raising safety concerns over lithium batteries and unregulated sales.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 day ago

London council defends Palestinian twinning deal as it is accused of 'marginalising Jewish community'

A London council defends twinning with a West Bank city despite concerns about marginalizing the Jewish community and links to extremism.
London music
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week ago

London protests LIVE: Huge police presence as thousands descend on Westminster for mass anti-racism rally

Significant police presence is planned in Westminster for two large marches on Saturday, organized by the Together Alliance and the Palestine Coalition.
#reproductive-rights
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Five taken off duty after police leave bag of guns outside Sadiq Khan's home'

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Reform sack housing spokesman over deeply dehumanising' Grenfell comments

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago
UK politics

DWP gives new deadline for benefit claimants to make crucial switch

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues like reproductive rights and universal credit, emphasizing the importance of supporting quality reporting.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Five taken off duty after police leave bag of guns outside Sadiq Khan's home'

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 hours ago

The major universal credit changes coming into force this week

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues, supported by donations, while the government implements significant changes to the welfare system.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Reform sack housing spokesman over deeply dehumanising' Grenfell comments

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

DWP gives new deadline for benefit claimants to make crucial switch

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues like reproductive rights and universal credit, emphasizing the importance of supporting quality reporting.
Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Warning to patients ahead of next doctors' strike

Patients in greater Lincolnshire face appointment cancellations due to a six-day strike by hospital doctors over pay disputes.
Education
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Families living in fear of racial harassment amid provocative nationalism' in UK

School leaders warn that political rhetoric on immigration and social media divisiveness are fueling racial harassment and violence against students and teachers in UK schools.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Starmer attacks Greens, saying vote for Labour rivals puts new workers' rights at risk

Keir Starmer emphasizes new workers' rights to criticize the Green party and highlight Labour's economic credibility ahead of local elections.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Workers, pensioners and children: all better off. Ignore the critics we really are standing up for working people | Keir Starmer

A Labour government strengthens workers' rights with new benefits, abolishes the two-child benefit cap, and prioritizes support for working families.
London politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

The attack on the right to protest in the UK is not just about Palestine

Recent trials of pro-Palestinian activists reveal politicised policing and legislation threatening free assembly in Britain.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

M&S boss calls for more action on crime and abuse of staff

Retail crime is escalating, with organized gangs targeting stores, leading to violence and abuse against staff, necessitating a stronger police response.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

National app could end parking headaches for drivers

The National Parking Platform initiative aims to simplify parking payments by allowing drivers to use one app for multiple services.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Prominent UK pro-Palestine activists guilty of breaching protest conditions

Two leaders in the Palestine solidarity movement were found guilty of breaching protest conditions during a demonstration in January 2025.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Police offered support to tackle rising threats against MPs

A new national democracy protection unit is established to support police in addressing rising threats and abuse against MPs.
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Black child suffered broken knee during Met police search

The IOPC launched an investigation in November, looking at the level of force used, whether race or the child's age was a factor in their treatment of him, and the aftercare provided to him.
London politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Reform's Simon Dudley urged to apologise to Grenfell families after saying everyone dies'

Campaigners demand an apology from Reform UK after controversial comments made by housing spokesperson Simon Dudley regarding the Grenfell Tower fire.
#protest
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Thousands gather for anti far-right march in London

Tens of thousands protested in London against far-right ideologies, advocating for immigration and unity, with significant political support and participation.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Thousands gather for anti far-right march in London

Tens of thousands protested in London against far-right ideologies, advocating for immigration and unity, with significant political support and participation.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 weeks ago

Black people are 48 times more likely to be stopped by police' in these London areas

Black people in affluent London areas face disproportionately higher police stop and search rates, up to 48 times more likely than white people, with inconsistent stated reasons for searches.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Reform UK urged to sack housing spokesperson over disgraceful' Grenfell Tower comment UK politics live

The future of the pensions triple lock is uncertain as parties weigh its popularity against economic concerns ahead of the election.
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Local elections profile: Brent

Brent is one of the most ethnically diverse local authorities in the UK, with a mix of urban districts in the east and suburban neighbourhoods in the west.
London politics
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

English councils to get guidance on designing safer streets for women and girls

Councils will receive guidance to create safer streets for women and girls, addressing systemic unfairness in walking safety.
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

It is beyond time the media, marketing and communications industries woke up to the BAME opportunity

The stats speak for themselves. In 2015's 'A List', out of 418 executives, 79 (19 per cent) were women and only eight (2 per cent) were BAME. Shockingly, in the second decade of the 21st century, it is still possible to go to a leading marketing or communications industry event and only see a handful of black or Asian faces in the room.
Marketing
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

There is an attempt to get rid of me': leader of UK's black police association alleges campaign to silence him

I tell you now, there is an attempt by some of the longer serving chief constables to get rid of me, says Ch Insp Andy George. I can guarantee I know exactly what they think of me: that I'm a wee upstart, so I am, that doesn't know my place, he adds with a smile. The eldest son of a Protestant mother from Armagh in Northern Ireland and a father who was born in Malaysia but served in the British army,
Miscellaneous
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

It makes me feel more British': Muslims say religious diversity in the UK part of identity

Political tensions surrounding Eid al-Fitr celebrations in the UK have sparked concerns about bigotry and the acceptance of diversity.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

'Mass eviction' claims as tenants told to leave

Over 100 tenants in London face eviction notices from Criterion Capital ahead of the abolition of no-fault evictions in England.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

This Ramadan, know this: I am me, a Muslim and a Briton. I am not a headline, a threat or a stereotype | Nazir Afzal

Not a day passes without some overt expression of it in our national life. A crime committed by one Muslim becomes an indictment of all Muslims. A cultural practice is wrenched from context and weaponised to provoke anxiety. A theological concept is distorted to imply threat. And on the streets, and increasingly online, it can turn into violence, intimidation or exclusion directed at anyone who looks Muslim.
UK news
#immigration-policy
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Is government going wobbly on its migration plans?

The government plans to double the time for migrant workers to gain permanent residence from five to ten years, with refugees potentially waiting twenty years, while leaving room for transitional flexibility.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Is government going wobbly on its migration plans?

The government plans to double the time for migrant workers to gain permanent residence from five to ten years, with refugees potentially waiting twenty years, while leaving room for transitional flexibility.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Andy Burnham says government would do well to listen' to Angela Rayner

Angela Rayner warns Labour's survival is at stake and criticizes Keir Starmer's government direction, with Andy Burnham publicly backing her criticism as the party faces declining support and potential local election losses.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Met accused of insulting black people with shake-up of anti-racism strategy

The Metropolitan Police's plan to merge its anti-racism strategy into a broader anti-discrimination scheme has drawn criticism from academics and activists who argue it dilutes focus on systemic racism affecting black communities.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Black people up to 48 times more likely to be stopped and searched in richest areas of London

Black people in some affluent London areas face up to 48 times higher stop and search rates than white people, with police citing vague reasons for the disproportionate targeting.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Labour in deep trouble' with Black voters, Operation Black Vote chair warns

Labour risks losing Black voter support by appearing to accept normalisation of racism through policies on juries and inaction on racial equality measures.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

I'm part of this country': Windrush man left homeless by Home Office inaction

A Windrush-generation man who arrived as a child was rendered homeless and destitute for months after officials questioned his right to live in the UK.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Windrush line staff vote for three-day strike

Signalling and telecoms workers on London's Windrush Overground line will strike three days over a 1.5% pay rise deemed derisory.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Major changes to asylum system set to come into force

The UK will shift from permanent to temporary refugee protection, reviewing cases every 30 months with potential deportation to deemed-safe countries, implemented without parliamentary vote.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Woman who accused M&S of racism has her discrimination claim dismissed

Claudia Royer's race discrimination and unfair dismissal claims over M&S's 'Project Coffee' reorganisation were dismissed after evidence showed the plan did not target PA recruitment.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

UK migrant families face giving up vital in-work benefits to avoid being punished'

More than 200,000 people living legally in the UK are on the 10-year route to settled status, which requires legal migrants to renew 30-month visas four times at a cost of 3,908.50 including healthcare costs per renewal before they can apply for indefinite leave to remain (ILR). Under proposals by the home secretary, Shabana Mahmood, if people have used public funds, even in work, the wait would double to 20 years.
UK politics
UK politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Why the UK's toughest immigration voices are often politicians of colour

Ethnic minority politicians increasingly lead and legitimize restrictive UK immigration policies, emphasizing lower immigration, tougher English-language requirements, and skilled-only entry.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Councillor criticised over Muslim prayers comments

A senior Reform UK councillor warned that teaching Muslim prayer in primary schools could lead to child radicalisation, prompting accusations of prejudice and calls for his resignation.
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