Tag: Legislation
Starmer Vows 81% Cut to UK Emissions Amid Assisted Dying Bill Discussion: Live Coverage
Sir Keir Starmer has made a significant announcement regarding the UK's commitment to reducing emissions by 81% by 2035 during a speech at Cop29. Despite the ambitious target, he emphasized that he would not...
Preventing Youth Smoking: Proposed Ban to Stop Children from Smoking in Parliament
A proposed ban to prevent children from legally smoking tobacco as adults is set to be introduced in Parliament. The Tobacco and Vapes Bill aims to create the "first smoke-free generation" by gradually increasing...
Strengthened Online Safety Act Urged to Protect Children: Charity’s Call
The Molly Rose Foundation has urged ministers to commit to a strengthened version of the Online Safety Act in order to better protect children from harmful content online. The charity expressed concerns about the...
Enforcement Agency to Safeguard Workers’ Rights in Landmark Legislation
A new enforcement agency called the Fair Work Agency will be set up to protect the rights of workers in the UK. This agency will have the power to enforce penalties for employers who...
Product Safety and Metrology Bill: Key Post-Brexit Legislation
The Product Safety and Metrology Bill is being hailed as a significant development post-Brexit, with the UK taking steps to align with EU standards once again. The bill, part of the King's Speech, aims...