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#abortion-rights
www.bbc.com
1 day ago
Privacy professionals

Buffer zones set to come in around abortion clinics

Buffer zones around abortion clinics in England and Wales will prohibit harassment starting from October 31, 2023. [ more ]
www.france24.com
6 months ago
Women

As France makes abortion a constitutional right, UK women see sharp rise in abortion convictions

France enshrines abortion access in constitution
UK facing rise in abortion convictions [ more ]
www.bbc.com
1 day ago
Privacy professionals

Buffer zones set to come in around abortion clinics

Buffer zones around abortion clinics in England and Wales will prohibit harassment starting from October 31, 2023. [ more ]
www.france24.com
6 months ago
Women

As France makes abortion a constitutional right, UK women see sharp rise in abortion convictions

France enshrines abortion access in constitution
UK facing rise in abortion convictions [ more ]
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#animal-rights
www.independent.co.uk
4 days ago
Privacy professionals

Hundreds of foxes and deer chased and killed in latest hunting season, report says

Illegal hunting continues in the UK, with nearly 600 wild animals reportedly affected despite a long-standing ban. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Pet thieves could be jailed for up to five years under new UK law

The Pet Abduction Act 2024 makes pet theft a criminal offense in the UK, reflecting the emotional toll on families affected. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 days ago
Privacy professionals

Hundreds of foxes and deer chased and killed in latest hunting season, report says

Illegal hunting continues in the UK, with nearly 600 wild animals reportedly affected despite a long-standing ban. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Pet thieves could be jailed for up to five years under new UK law

The Pet Abduction Act 2024 makes pet theft a criminal offense in the UK, reflecting the emotional toll on families affected. [ more ]
moreanimal-rights
www.theguardian.com
6 days ago
Privacy professionals

High court blocks Cumbria plan for first new UK coalmine in 30 years

The UK's first new coalmine project in 30 years has been rejected due to climate impact considerations established by recent legal precedents. [ more ]
App Developer Magazine
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

UK android app developers file class action suit against Google | App Developer Magazine

Professor Barry Rodger has initiated a class action lawsuit against Google for abusing its market dominance to negatively impact UK app developers. Claims seek E1.04 billion. [ more ]
TechCrunch
1 week ago
Cryptocurrency

Bitcoin and NFTs may get greater legal protections as 'personal property' under proposed UK law | TechCrunch

The U.K. is legitimizing digital assets as 'personal property' to enhance legal protections amidst evolving regulatory landscapes. [ more ]
#cybersecurity
ITPro
2 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

A cyber criminal group behind an MFA bypass operation promised hackers "profit within minutes" - they're now facing lengthy jail sentences

Three men pleaded guilty for running a site assisting cyber criminals to bypass multi-factor authentication, impacting over 12,500 victims in the UK. [ more ]
BBC News
4 months ago
Privacy professionals

Smart gadgets: Tougher rules for sellers of internet-enabled devices in the UK

New UK law enforces stricter security rules for 'smart' gadgets to protect consumers from cyber-criminals. [ more ]
ITPro
2 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

A cyber criminal group behind an MFA bypass operation promised hackers "profit within minutes" - they're now facing lengthy jail sentences

Three men pleaded guilty for running a site assisting cyber criminals to bypass multi-factor authentication, impacting over 12,500 victims in the UK. [ more ]
BBC News
4 months ago
Privacy professionals

Smart gadgets: Tougher rules for sellers of internet-enabled devices in the UK

New UK law enforces stricter security rules for 'smart' gadgets to protect consumers from cyber-criminals. [ more ]
morecybersecurity
www.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Tory councillor's wife's criminal social media post did not break X rules'

Social media platforms like X are failing to adequately regulate harmful content, highlighted by a case involving a Conservative councillor's criminal post.
The incident raises concerns over the moderation practices of X and their alignment with legal standards. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago
Canada news

Drug courier duped' into carrying two suitcases full of cannabis through Heathrow

Travelers from Thailand, Canada, and the US face jail for cannabis smuggling into the UK, with increased arrests signaling tougher enforcement. [ more ]
time.com
6 months ago
London

Watchdog Launches Probe Into Reported Breach' of Kate Middleton's Medical Records

The London Clinic is under investigation for privacy breach involving Kate Middleton's medical records.
Police and privacy watchdog are involved in the investigation. [ more ]
Ars Technica
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Apple warns proposed UK law will affect software updates around the world

Apple is concerned about proposed changes to UK law that could allow the government to veto privacy and security updates.
The changes could potentially impact not just UK users, but all users globally of Apple products and services. [ more ]
www.theargus.co.uk
3 months ago
Gadgets

UK households issued 1,000 TV Licence fine warning

Every household in the UK must have a TV Licence to watch live TV or BBC iPlayer, facing fines up to £1,000 if caught illegally. [ more ]
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