35 h. ago Abortion remains a criminal offence in the UK because of the left’s timidity. We must learn from that – and fast | Stella Creasy

Tuesday’s vote in parliament was a missed opportunity – and proof that progressives are allowing the right to shape the key debatesAround the world, the antis are joining forces. Whether anti-abortion, anti-transgender, anti-immigrant, anti-human rights or just anti anyone who doesn’t look like them, they are collaborating; amplifying one another and sharing their political and cultural successes. Their rhetoric now dominates our discussions, and increasingly our ballot boxes. In response, some argue caution or even capitulation – as if we can stop the public being dragged to the extremes if we speak in hushed tones or water down our ambitions for social justice. As we witness the consequences of this, it is time to speak up for those values that drive us to show that another future is possible.On Tuesday, parliament had the opportunity to set abortion in England and Wales on the same modern, regulated footing as it is in Northern Ireland: as a human right. Instead, a vote on this w...

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50 h. ago ‘Cruel’ criminalisation of women over abortion must end, says MP ahead of vote

Tonia Antoniazzi said her proposed ‘narrow, targeted’ measure does not change the rules under the 1967 Abortion Act.

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58 h. ago Justice Secretary tells of opposition to ‘dangerous’ abortion decriminalisation

MPs are expected to debate and vote on amendments as part of the wider Crime and Policing Bill.

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58 h. ago MPs are set for crunch vote on decriminalising abortion TODAY as biggest law change in more than 50 years seeks to protect women

Currently abortion is a criminal offence in England and Wales unless it takes place before 24 weeks into a pregnancy and with the approval of doctors.

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63 h. ago Voices: Why it’s never been more important to decriminalise abortion

As MPs are set to vote on an amendment to criminal law that would stop people being prosecuted for seeking abortions, Maya Oppenheim argues it’s a vital measure to improve women’s lives

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6 d. ago Putin's mouthpieces say future of Europe is 'to learn Russian and serve them fast food'

Russian politicians mocked Western countries in a TV show and gave a chilling warning about what they have in store for modern Europeans after their countries have been conquered

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9 d. ago Creasy attempt to change abortion law ‘not supported by abortion providers’ – BPAS

Leading pro-choice charity says NC20 amendment to criminal justice bill ‘not right way’ to reform lawAn attempt to change the law on abortion led by the Labour MP Stella Creasy is not supported by “any of the abortion providers in the country”, a leading pro-choice charity has said.Rachael Clarke, the head of advocacy at the British Pregnancy Advisory Service (Bpas), said Creasy’s NC20 amendment to the criminal justice bill “is not the right way” to overhaul abortion laws. Continue reading...

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9 d. ago Creasy attempt to change abortion law ‘not supported by service providers’

British Pregnancy Advisory Service says NC20 amendment to criminal justice bill ‘not right way’ to overhaul the lawUK politics live – latest updatesAn attempt to change the law on abortion led by the Labour MP Stella Creasy is not supported by “any of the abortion providers in the country”, a leading pro-choice charity has said.Rachael Clarke, the head of advocacy at the British Pregnancy Advisory Service (Bpas), said Creasy’s NC20 amendment to the criminal justice bill “is not the right way” to overhaul abortion laws. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Fella scraps bloke with two XL bullies in city centre but doesn't care if he gets bitten

It is a criminal offence to own an XL bully dog in England and Wales without a certificate following a spate of horrific attacks on the public, but these two didn't seem to live up to the reputation

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3 w. ago Labour pressure to ease welfare squeeze adds to Reeves’ headaches

The Chancellor faces demands to reverse the winter fuel payment cut, axe the two-child benefit limit and limit the scope of welfare reforms.

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3 w. ago Nine 'criminal plants' in your back garden which could land you in hot water with police

Most of us don't realise having specific plants in your garden is actually a criminal offence which can costs you a hefty fine, we looked into some of the most dangerous plants you shouldn't have in your garden

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4 w. ago 'A slap in the face for victims': Fury at Labour plans to allow killers, rapists and domestic abusers out of jail earlier in bid to ease prison overcrowding

An independent sentencing review has called for criminals convicted of serious violence or sex offences to win their freedom after serving half their jail term.

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4 w. ago Fife crime: Wildlife officer warns intentionally disturbing resting seals on Fife beaches is a criminal offence

Beach users are being urged to give seals resting on Fife’s beaches a wide berth.

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4 w. ago Violent offenders including killers and rapists will be let out of jail one third EARLIER under plan set to be adopted by Labour

Criminals convicted of serious violence or sex offences could win their freedom after serving half their jail term, rather than at the current three quarters point - a one third reduction.

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4 w. ago Playpark fears lead to calls for photos of kids without consent to be outlawed

Calls for the photographing of children to be made a criminal offence come after concerns were made regarding suspicious behaviour at parks across Scotland.

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4 w. ago Boris Johnson warns that Starmer's Britain is 'turning into a police state' after mother who tweeted about Southport murders fails in her bid to have lengthy jail term slashed

Lucy Connolly posted a vile message about migrants - but supporters point out that criminals found guilty of far more serious offences have been handed substantially shorter sentences.

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