Labour’s Sewage Crackdown to Deliver Cleaner Rivers and Stiffer Penalties Monday, May 12, 2025 sewage water pollution legislation environment investment regulation infrastructure labour rivers The UK’s water sector is set for a profound transformation under Labour’s new Water (Special Measures) Act, a landmark effort tackling years of sewage pollution and public dissatisfaction. The Act signals a comprehensive … Read More
New Law Empowers Jail Sentences for Water Executives Covering Up Sewage Pollution Saturday, May 10, 2025 water sewage pollution legislation environment accountability weston watercompanies imprisonment enforcement A groundbreaking law now allows water company executives who conceal illegal sewage discharges to face prison sentences of up to two years. The Water (Special Measures) Act, introduced by the Labour government and enacted on … Read More
Majority of Professionals Call for Ban on Smacking Children in England Friday, May 2, 2025 smacking children professionals england ban survey nspcc law child protection legislation Findings from a recent poll have shown that a significant number of professionals who work with children are supporting the prohibition of smacking in England. This aligns with the existing laws in Wales and Scotland. … Read More
New Law to Reduce School Uniform Costs Tuesday, April 29, 2025 school uniform legislation cost children education parents financial bill branded A new legislation is set to be debated in Parliament this week, seeking to alleviate the financial strain on parents when it comes to purchasing school uniforms for their children. The proposal aims to address the escalating … Read More
Scathing Criticism for 'Fleeceholder' Management Companies as Service Charges Skyrocket Friday, April 25, 2025 fleeceholder management service charges residents mp leaseholders legislation transparency financial mismanagement rmg Liberal Democrat MP for Glastonbury and Somerton, Sarah Dyke, addressed Parliament, shedding light on the plight of local leaseholder residents burdened by exorbitant service fee hikes and restrictive contracts. One such … Read More
Should Mobile Phones Be Banned in UK Schools by Law? Thursday, April 10, 2025 uk mobile phones schools ban education children policy restrictions debate legislation The call for a nationwide ban on mobile phones in UK schools has gained traction, with concerns over children’s exposure to explicit content and the potential harm to their wellbeing. The National Education Union (NEU) … Read More