UK judges have dismissed a legal challenge brought by a Palestinian human rights organization that sought to halt the government’s involvement in the supply of arms components used in Israeli military operations. The case, led by Al-Haq, argued that the UK was acting unlawfully by continuing to permit the export[Read More…]

Police have launched a criminal investigation into the Glastonbury Festival performances of British punk-rap duo Bob Vylan and Irish rap group Kneecap, following controversial statements made on stage. The move comes after footage from the event captured chants including “Death, death to the IDF” and calls to “start a riot,”[Read More…]

A group of parents is preparing legal action against authorities after revelations of serious abuse involving disabled children at residential care facilities in the UK. The planned lawsuit follows a growing outcry over the treatment of vulnerable young people in specialist settings, where multiple reports of mistreatment, neglect, and systemic[Read More…]

A new Crime and Policing Bill currently making its way through Parliament has drawn strong criticism from human rights organizations, legal experts, and civil society groups, who warn that it poses a serious threat to the right to peaceful protest in the UK. The proposed legislation, which would expand police[Read More…]

A coalition of charities has called on Northern Ireland’s Executive to scrap its proposed anti-poverty strategy, warning that the current draft lacks substance and could do more harm than good. The plan, released for public consultation in June, outlines a ten-year vision but has drawn criticism for failing to include[Read More…]

The UK government is considering the appointment of a dedicated special envoy to support British nationals wrongfully detained overseas, in what could mark a shift in how the country handles complex and politically sensitive consular cases. This potential move comes amid growing pressure from families of detainees and human rights[Read More…]

Prince William marked the second anniversary of his homelessness initiative with a frank look at the challenges in the UK. He described the issue as “complex and unpredictable.” In a letter to supporters, he noted the progress made so far and urged ongoing collaboration and commitment. Homewards, launched in 2023,[Read More…]

New research has uncovered concerning human rights risks across the television industry, highlighting the overlooked challenges faced by support workers and post-production staff. Commissioned by the TV Industry Human Rights Forum in partnership with the Film and TV Charity, the findings point to systemic issues in working conditions that are[Read More…]

The UK Supreme Court has further narrowed the scope for individuals appealing against the removal of British citizenship, in a decision that reinforces the government’s authority over national security matters. The ruling, shaped by the long-running case of Shamima Begum, sets clearer limits on how far courts can go in[Read More…]

A senior UK police chief has raised concerns over how human rights laws are being applied in some deportation cases, particularly involving foreign nationals with criminal records who have fathered children in the UK. The officer, speaking as part of a broader conversation about immigration and public safety, said there[Read More…]