8 h. ago DfT legal change update over drivers being required to report one thing to police

The Government is proposing major changes to driving laws

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37 h. ago Government proposes crackdown on taxi operators in bid to protect women and girls

Manchester's ten licensing authorities could be reduced to just one under the new measures put forward

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62 h. ago Scottish councils to be given more powers over tourist taxes

Tourism groups have welcomed the new proposals, which the government hopes will be passed before the Holyrood election in May

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2 w. ago For Women Scotland: No government backing for prostitution bill 'absolutely shameful'

Campaigners say that the Scottish Government must do more than ‘lip service’ to protect women from violence but concerns have been raised about the robustness of proposed legislation that would make paying for sex a crime.

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2 w. ago Pregnant women warned of 'very serious infection' as health leaders issue vaccine alert

Having the jab during pregnancy is the 'most effective way' to protect women and their babies serious illness

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2 w. ago Pregnant women urged to get flu vaccine ‘as soon as possible’

‘Having the flu vaccine during pregnancy is the most effective way to protect women and their babies from getting seriously unwell with flu’

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2 w. ago Amid rising hospitalisations – pregnant women urged to get flu vaccine ASAP

‘Having the flu vaccine during pregnancy is the most effective way to protect women and their babies from getting seriously unwell with flu’

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2 w. ago Magnetic hijabs to be introduced to the police to try and attract more Muslim recruits

The new garments are designed to prevent strangulation and to protect the modesty of the women wearing them.

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2 w. ago Crackdown on cruel puppy farms and ban on trail hunting planned in major animal welfare shake

A CRACKDOWN on inhumane puppy farming is planned in a major animal welfare shake-up. Government proposals will tackle the cruel trade which sees dogs bred in grim conditions. The animals are kept in cramped, unsuitable surroundings as puppies are churned out for profit on an industrial scale with no thoughts for well-being. Despite licensing rules...

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2 w. ago Electric shock dog collars banned under new government proposal

The animal welfare strategy also plans to tighten protections aimed at stopping cruel breeding practices such as puppy farming

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3 w. ago POLL OF THE DAY: Should the Government block publication of trans guidance to protect women

Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has been accused of blocking trans guidance to protect women-only spaces from being published.

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3 w. ago Big decision on wind farm project facing widespread opposition pushed back

Welsh Government planners have suspended the consultation process on the proposed 30-turbine wind farm near Llandrindod Wells

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3 w. ago Major smartphone change and ban on sick AI apps in new plan to save lives

Safeguarding Minister Jess Phillips said the new violence against women and girls plan will save lives, with steps to protect children from dangerous software and tackle misogyny

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3 w. ago All new homes must be built with 'swift bricks' to protect endangered birds under Labour's planning changes

The requirement was included in the Government's proposed overhaul of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) on Tuesday.

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3 w. ago Vigilante group forms in Glasgow vowing to ‘protect’ punters in city centre

A SELF-styled vigilante group has formed to “protect the people” of Glasgow amid fears the area is out of control. Around 10 members from ScotsActive have started walking around the city centre most evenings from 9.30pm till 2am. The aim is to “keep the streets safe” and protect women, children and vulnerable people at night over fears they...

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