Bills you need to know about 1. Bill of Rights The Human Rights Act codifies many of the human rights protections we enjoy in Britain today. The Bill of Rights will follow the government’s consultation on Human Rights Act reform and see it overhaul the Human Rights Act. The bill will […]
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Westminster update: Queen’s speech sets out new legislation
One thing you need to do Watch the Law Society’s president, Stephanie Boyce, address the PM’s dangerous rhetoric on lawyers, which undermines the rule of law. What you need to know Queen’s Speech sets out new legislation On Tuesday 10 May, Prince Charles delivered the Queen’s speech to the House […]
EU Law Targets Big Tech Over Hate Speech, Disinformation | Business News
By KELVIN CHAN and RAF CASERT BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union reached a landmark deal early Saturday to take aim at hate speech, disinformation and other harmful online content. The law will force big tech companies to police themselves harder, make it easier for users to flag problems and […]
Law Society responds to Queen’s Speech
The Law Society of England and Wales responded to the Queen’s Speech which took place on Tuesday, announcing a range of new bills and reforms. Law Society president I. Stephanie Boyce has commented on the announcements made in the speech, as well as any issues that may arise as a […]