Surge in NEET youth sparks urgent calls for greater access to opportunities to repair Tory damage
‘Today’s figures are another damning indictment of the Conservatives’ failure to secure young workers’ prospects.’
Gabrielle Pickard-Whitehead
Pro-Palestine activists rally in London amid concerns over police restrictions
‘We urge the Metropolitan police to avoid causing disruption and accept that the march should go ahead at the normal, planned time and from Pall Mall as announced.’
Boris Johnson’s ‘Orwell Britain’ column draws widespread mockery
‘I suggest you go back and re-read Orwell Boris…’
Movement to remove Barclays from football gains momentum
‘Football is supposed to be based on values of fairness and equality – a bank enabling grave human rights abuses has no place in the beautiful game.’
Global arms companies poised for record profits as orders soar
As the global arms industry enjoys unprecedented financial gains fuelled by rising geopolitical tensions and increased military spending, ethical concerns and calls for accountability are also intensifying.
‘No Pride in Detention’: Campaign fights for LGBTQ+ refugees’ rights
‘Millions of people voted against the cruelty of the previous government and its mistreatment of those seeking sanctuary. Continuing with these plans is a missed opportunity for meaningful change.’
Scotland and Wales have promised Free School Meals to all primary school children, why can’t England, campaigners ask?
As calls grow for the government to implement the policy nationwide to help lift children out of poverty, Labour continues to face criticism for its controversial decision to maintain the two-child benefit cap.
Telegraph criticised for misleading headline blaming Britain’s water pollution crisis on Labour
‘The Telegraph is having a bit of a laugh at our expense.’
Guido Fawkes rages over calls for UK to adopt Spain’s wealth tax
‘Spain’s wealth tax has been successful in funding public services adequately, which is what it’s about and nothing to do with being anti-rich.’
Brexiteers ridiculed for complaining about £6 EU entry fee
‘The UK is not being picked on by the EU. The rule applies to all.’
