A Government-commissioned study, carried out by researchers at the London School of Economics, found strong scientific evidence suggesting the species have the capacity to be aware of feelings and sensations. In response, Environment Secretary George Eustice tabled an amendment to the Animal Welfare (Sentience) Bill…
The Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights has told the Northern Ireland Secretary that plans to impose a statute of limitations on the prosecution of Troubles veterans could breach international law. Brandon Lewis announced plans in July to end all prosecutions for Troubles incidents…
A 36-year-old man has appeared in court charged with the murder of primary school teacher Sabina Nessa. Koci Selamaj was arrested in Eastbourne, East Sussex, in the early hours of Sunday, and a silver-coloured Nissan Micra was seized in a residential street around half a…
Statistics reveal that police opting for “softer” justice, for the young, means children are four times less likely to be arrested than a decade ago. Police figures, obtained through freedom of information laws, show a 74 per cent reduction in the number of children arrested…
A judge has said that having transgender women in female prisons increases the risk of sexual assault. However he stated that the rules on where they are held do not need to change. A female prisoner, named only as FDJ, brought a legal challenge against…
Researchers have found that only one in six people are in favour of “no-platforming” controversial speakers at British universities with the majority believing students should be exposed to all views. According to a recent study into the so-called culture wars more Britons believe people are…
In a blow for campaigners and activists who want more gender-neutral facilities, future public buildings will have to have separate “ladies” and “gents” lavatories. The Communities Secretary Robert Jenrick is to amend building regulations and planning guidance to ensure that separate “ladies” and “gents” facilities…