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UK government emergency preparedness initiatives

5 clusters · 107 sources · last updated

Latest: United Kingdom launches national resilience campaign for emergency preparedness

The British government has transitioned from issuing specific guidance regarding potential fourteen-day power outages to launching a broader, long-term resilience strategy. Initial guidance focused on practical preparati

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Global trends in social media regulation for minors

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Latest: Greece bans social media access for children under 15

The European Commission has formally introduced the ‘EU Kids Act’, a legislative proposal targeting social media, online games, and AI chatbots. The Act proposes a tiered access model: a total ban for children under 13,

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UK housing: Renters’ Rights Act impacts supply and costs

69 clusters · 89 sources · last updated

Latest: UK letting agents increase tenant screening under Renters’ Rights Act

By late 2026, the UK housing market continues to navigate supply shortages and regulatory shifts following the Renters’ Rights Act, which came into force in May 2026. While the legislation aims to protect tenants by bann

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Oxfam reports on sustainable fashion and second-hand markets

5 clusters · 18 sources · last updated

Latest: Fashion trends emphasize sustainability and the second-hand market

Oxfam has initiated its annual ‘Second Hand September’ campaign to promote sustainable fashion habits, such as donating and purchasing pre-loved clothing. A ‘State of Style’ report noted that while 57% of UK adults attem

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Murder trial of Benjamin William Day

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Latest: Benjamin Day pleads guilty to murder inspired by 'Dexter' TV series

Benjamin William Day, a 20-year-old forensic science student at the University of Worcester, pleaded guilty to the murder of 24-year-old Maria Saceanu in Tividale, West Midlands. Prosecutors detailed how Day meticulousl

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Propertymark regulatory advocacy in UK rental sector

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Latest: Propertymark calls for end to local landlord licensing

The industry body Propertymark has raised several concerns regarding the regulatory landscape for the private rented sector in England and Wales. Following the enactment of the Renters’ Rights Act, the organization call

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