Ending peak rail fares is a ticket to fairer railways, Scottish Greens say
The removal of peak rail fares is a vital step in supporting people and families through the cost of living crisis and making the switch from car to train, the…
The IMF’s imposition of austerity is undermining fundamental rights, NGOs claim
Imposing austerity through loans is risks undermining economic, social and cultural rights, a leading human rights NGO has said. Human Rights Watch has released a new report which argues that…
Green Party adopts definition of queerphobia as part of guidance document on identifying anti-LGBT+ discrimination
The Green Party of England and Wales has adopted a major new guidance document to assist its disciplinary processes. The new guidance seeks to help the party identify discrimination against…
Utterly hilarious poll shows how much the Tories are despised by young people
Dismal poll ratings are a near-daily news story for the Tories right now. But a new poll has illustrated just how dire the situation is for Rishi Sunak's party. A…
Shipping firms are profiting from labour abuse in Bangladesh, NGOs claim
European shipping firms are knowingly sending their end-of-live ships for scrap in dangerous and polluting yards in Bangladesh, NGOs have claimed. A new report from Human Rights Watch and Shipbreaking…
Almost three quarters of those crossing the Channel would be allowed to stay in the UK as refugees
A new report has revealed that three in four people crossing the Channel in small boats this year are refugees who would be granted asylum if their claims were processed.…
Scottish Greens hail Agriculture Bill as “bold new vision for sustainable farming”
The Scottish Green Party has welcomed proposed legislation that it says will support rural communities and boost sustainable, regenerative farming across Scotland. According to the Greens, the Agriculture and Rural…
Matthew Snedker selected as Green Party parliamentary candidate in Darlington
The Green Party of England and Wales has selected Matthew Snedker as its candidate for the Darlington parliamentary constituency at the next general election. Snedker is currently a councillor in…
Strike dates: NUJ to ballot for industrial action over compulsory redundancies at the BBC
The National Union of Journalists (NUJ) has voted to begin balloting all members at the BBC for industrial action in opposition to any compulsory redundancies. Presently, NUJ members are facing…
New data reveals the impact of students being forced to take on work alongside their studies
New survey data has revealed the impact of work on university students' lives. More students than ever are taking on paid employment alongside, with NUS suggesting the cost of living…