When Telling the Truth Can Cost You Your Freedom
Growing concern over the Mental Health Act 2025 as disabled people fear detention, discrimination, and human rights breaches. Learn what’s at stake and how communities are fighting back.
Corporate Harassment: Definition
A detailed guide to corporate harassment law in the UK, including legal definitions under the Protection from Harassment Act 1997 and Equality Act 2010, FOI rights, and whether accusing a journalist of “harassment” for information requests is lawful.
Immigration, Economy and Human Rights: Dispelling Myths and Exposing Dangers
Immigration is one of the most misunderstood subjects in the UK, often distorted by political rhetoric and media headlines. Yet behind every migrant is a human story shaped by war, persecution, economic collapse or the simple desire for safety and stability. This article explores how immigration affects the UK economy, why people flee their homelands, and how dehumanising language used by public figures fuels fear, hostility and division.
Labour Faces Rebellion Over Universal Credit Reforms
Labour is facing the prospect of another mass rebellion from its own MPs as concerns mount over proposed reforms to the universal credit system. The focus of unease is on changes to the assessment process for disability benefits, particularly the health element of universal credit (UC).
Understanding Police Powers
Police powers are vital for maintaining law and order, but they must always be balanced with civil liberties and human rights. Vulnerable groups, particularly minors and disabled individuals, require additional safeguards to prevent abuse or discrimination. Understanding your rights under PACE, questioning the use of stop and search, and knowing the complaint procedures are essential tools for seeking justice when things go wrong.
Staying Safe Support
Learn what “staying safe” really means and how to protect yourself from harassment, hate crime, racism, stalking, bullying, domestic violence, sexual assault, honour killings, and emotional distress. Know your rights and take steps to protect your wellbeing.
Tort Law: An Overview of Principles
Disclaimer: This article has been written by Renata M Barnes, a current Law Student. The content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. …
Enforced Disappearances: The Hidden Mental Health Crisis
“Enforced disappearance is not only a serious crime under international law but also a mental health emergency. Victims and families face wounds that are invisible, prolonged, and often overlooked. As Professor Forrester and Dr Ahmed emphasise, there is a ‘dire need’ to recognise these harms and provide effective, compassionate, and culturally sensitive care.”
Human Rights Regulator Challenges Met Police Over Facial Recognition Technology
As facial recognition continues to evolve, its deployment must be balanced against privacy laws, GDPR obligations, and fundamental human rights. Without stricter regulations and safeguards, the technology risks eroding the very freedoms it claims to protect.
Understanding Emotional Distress Tort
Through tort law, individuals and organisations, councils included, can be sued for damages provided there’s evidence of negligence or intentional wrongdoing. Compensation is available and varies depending on the severity of harm and supporting evidence.