In October 2024, the UK Government unveiled the Employment Rights Bill, its most ambitious legislative effort in a generation to modernize employment law. Stemming from a commitment made during the general election, the Bill seeks to enhance job security, fairness, and working conditions across the
At the 57th session of the Human Rights Council (HRC57) in Geneva, from September to October 2024, the European Union (EU) played a central role in addressing global human rights concerns. Through active participation, the EU underscored its commitment to various human rights issues, engaging in
The European Commission has issued a stern warning to Bulgaria, citing its failure to fully implement various EU laws. These laws cover a wide range of issues from combating racism and xenophobia to ensuring the rights of the accused during arrest, adherence to noise directives, and the procedures
The rise and fall of Philip Shiner, once hailed as a renowned human rights lawyer, reads like a cautionary tale of ethical degradation. His fraudulent actions centered around claims made against Iraq War veterans, deceiving the public and misusing taxpayer funds. Shiner’s story unravels as one of
Egypt's recently proposed draft Criminal Procedure Code (CPC) has been met with substantial criticism from a coalition of major human rights organizations, including Amnesty International, Dignity, Human Rights Watch, and the International Commission of Jurists. These groups argue that the draft
The recent ruling by a High Court and the tragic case of Natasha Abrahart have underscored a crucial void in the support systems at higher education institutions for disabled students. To address this, the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has issued new guidance aimed at ensuring
