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Challenge to Starmer as SNP pledges to scrap two child benefit limit in Scotland

Keir Starmer faces pressure to abolish the two child benefit cap amidst growing criticism and SNP's commitment to eradicating child poverty in Scotland.

Rosie Duffield's resignation letter in full

Rosie Duffield resigns as Labour MP, criticizing leadership for harmful policies affecting vulnerable constituents.

Keir Starmer under fresh pressure to lift two-child benefit cap in October

Labour faces pressure to eliminate the two-child benefit cap to reduce child poverty ahead of the upcoming budget.

Veterans get social housing priority in rule change

Veterans and their families are now prioritized for social housing under new government rules.

Challenge to Starmer as SNP pledges to scrap two child benefit limit in Scotland

Keir Starmer faces pressure to abolish the two child benefit cap amidst growing criticism and SNP's commitment to eradicating child poverty in Scotland.

Rosie Duffield's resignation letter in full

Rosie Duffield resigns as Labour MP, criticizing leadership for harmful policies affecting vulnerable constituents.

Keir Starmer under fresh pressure to lift two-child benefit cap in October

Labour faces pressure to eliminate the two-child benefit cap to reduce child poverty ahead of the upcoming budget.

Veterans get social housing priority in rule change

Veterans and their families are now prioritized for social housing under new government rules.
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#child-poverty

Two-child benefit cap will be scrapped' in Scotland, vows SNP

Scotland plans to abolish the two-child benefit cap to reduce child poverty significantly.

The UK's two-child benefit limit has rightly caused outrage. But another cruel policy needs urgent attention | Ruth Patrick

The benefit cap severely impacts families, leaving many children in deep poverty and unable to participate in essential childhood activities.

Two-child benefit cap will be scrapped' in Scotland, vows SNP

Scotland plans to abolish the two-child benefit cap to reduce child poverty significantly.

The UK's two-child benefit limit has rightly caused outrage. But another cruel policy needs urgent attention | Ruth Patrick

The benefit cap severely impacts families, leaving many children in deep poverty and unable to participate in essential childhood activities.
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Spanish government aims to remove 'Q+' from LGBTQ+

Spain's socialist government plans to remove Q+ from LGBTQ+ and ban transgender women from women's sports, contradicting previous progressive legislation.
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French government on verge of collapse as PM Barnier faces no-confidence vote

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#pip

Rishi Sunak defends crackdown on disability benefits for unverifiable assertions'

Rishi Sunak defends tightening disability benefits to ensure genuine claims only.

Only one in four back benefits voucher system, with cross party support for PIP continuing in cash, Savanta - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Only 23% of the UK public support replacing PIP payments with vouchers, favoring bank account payments instead.

Rishi Sunak defends crackdown on disability benefits for unverifiable assertions'

Rishi Sunak defends tightening disability benefits to ensure genuine claims only.

Only one in four back benefits voucher system, with cross party support for PIP continuing in cash, Savanta - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Only 23% of the UK public support replacing PIP payments with vouchers, favoring bank account payments instead.
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Iraq bans alcohol in hotels and clubs, bringing country close to near-total ban

Iraq has officially banned alcohol in social clubs and hotels, marking a significant regression in alcohol accessibility.
#trump-administration

What Project 2025 could mean for LGBTQ+ Americans

Project 2025 threatens LGBTQ+ rights and protections while expanding presidential power and eroding the social safety net.

Being Elon Musk

Elon Musk's growing influence post-election could significantly shape U.S.-China relations and social policies, particularly on demographic concerns.

What Project 2025 could mean for LGBTQ+ Americans

Project 2025 threatens LGBTQ+ rights and protections while expanding presidential power and eroding the social safety net.

Being Elon Musk

Elon Musk's growing influence post-election could significantly shape U.S.-China relations and social policies, particularly on demographic concerns.
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The Guardian view on local government under Labour: reviving the civic gospel | Editorial

Local councils are struggling to meet basic needs due to funding cuts and rising care costs.
A deeper reform of local government funding is urgently needed to restore community services.
#homelessness

Manchester turns to housing-first' scheme to eradicate rough sleeping

Andy Burnham aims to implement a Housing First approach in Greater Manchester, inspired by Finland's success in reducing homelessness by 70%.

Sadiq Khan warns rough sleeping in the capital will get worse before it gets better - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Sadiq Khan calls for strong collaboration to combat London's rising homelessness, warning the situation may worsen before improvements are realized.

Bramson: The experience of failure - San Jose Spotlight

The essay 'Experience' highlights how personal loss can deepen our understanding of life's challenges, urging practical engagement over theoretical detachment.

Census for collecting homeless data begins in Budapest

Homelessness was criminalized in Hungary in 2018, prompting new census efforts to address the issue and improve services for those affected.

Manchester turns to housing-first' scheme to eradicate rough sleeping

Andy Burnham aims to implement a Housing First approach in Greater Manchester, inspired by Finland's success in reducing homelessness by 70%.

Sadiq Khan warns rough sleeping in the capital will get worse before it gets better - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Sadiq Khan calls for strong collaboration to combat London's rising homelessness, warning the situation may worsen before improvements are realized.

Bramson: The experience of failure - San Jose Spotlight

The essay 'Experience' highlights how personal loss can deepen our understanding of life's challenges, urging practical engagement over theoretical detachment.

Census for collecting homeless data begins in Budapest

Homelessness was criminalized in Hungary in 2018, prompting new census efforts to address the issue and improve services for those affected.
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Two-thirds of UK benefits claimants with debts have gone without food'

Two-thirds of benefits claimants with debts cannot afford food, highlighting the severe impact of financial instability and delays in universal credit payments.

So, Are You Pregnant Yet? China's In-Your-Face Push for More Babies.

The Chinese government is increasingly involved in personal reproductive choices amid declining population concerns.
#racism

Move to drop hate speech from Bill does not mean 'walking away', says Helen McEntee

Ireland needs stronger hate crime laws due to the inadequacy of current legislation and recent racist incidents.

Shifting the Harmful Narratives and Practices of Work Requirements - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Work requirements have a racist history in the United States.
Harmful narratives contribute to the persistence of work requirements.

Move to drop hate speech from Bill does not mean 'walking away', says Helen McEntee

Ireland needs stronger hate crime laws due to the inadequacy of current legislation and recent racist incidents.

Shifting the Harmful Narratives and Practices of Work Requirements - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Work requirements have a racist history in the United States.
Harmful narratives contribute to the persistence of work requirements.
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U.K. dads are wrapping baby slings on male statues to push for more paternity leave

Men in London and Edinburgh draped baby slings on statues to advocate for better paternity leave policies in the UK.

Christian Conservatives Face Reality: Increasingly, They Stand Alone

Conservative Christians feel discouraged despite recent victories like Roe v. Wade's overturning, grappling with a perception of growing opposition to their values.

Labour getting it wrong, says Green Party co-leader

Greens plan to hold Labour accountable on social policies and seek positive changes.

Do Not Need To Ruin Lives': Trump Now Endorses Legalizing Marijuana in Another Florida Ballot Flap

Trump supports legalizing recreational marijuana use in Florida via Amendment 3, emphasizing correct legislative implementation and advocating against criminalization of personal use.
#population-decline

Opinion | Should We Be Worried About Population Decline?

Population decline necessitates thoughtful policy responses, but promoting higher birth rates may ignore critical issues like resource strains and individual rights.

Elon Musk and others urging people to have more kids are calling for a Ponzi scheme, experts say

Pronatalism highlights concerns over declining birth rates, but experts argue it may not be the best solution for economic and social challenges.

Opinion | Should We Be Worried About Population Decline?

Population decline necessitates thoughtful policy responses, but promoting higher birth rates may ignore critical issues like resource strains and individual rights.

Elon Musk and others urging people to have more kids are calling for a Ponzi scheme, experts say

Pronatalism highlights concerns over declining birth rates, but experts argue it may not be the best solution for economic and social challenges.
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Australia has a poverty problem so why is there no agreed measure of it?

Australia must adopt a comprehensive and agreed-upon method for accurately measuring poverty and inequality.
Current Australian poverty measures, like the Henderson poverty line, are outdated and inadequate for the current socioeconomic context.

What a Trump or Harris Presidency Will Mean for Farmers and Eaters - Modern Farmer

The American presidential campaign has significant implications for fiscal and social policies, impacting global reverberations.
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