Annual Prescription Reviews & Patient Rights
Are annual prescription reviews mandatory? Learn your rights across the UK, including consent, blood tests, mental health medication, self-isolation, and GP accountability.
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.
Your Rights as a Mental Health Patient
Mental health patients have legal rights. Learn about reasonable adjustments, consent, ableism, coercion, and how to handle controlling GPs under UK law.
The Proposal: Digital ID in the UK
Balancing Security, Privacy, and Accessibility in the UK’s New Digital ID System In September 2025, the UK government announced a plan to introduce a mandatory digital ID for citizens and …
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.
Counteracting Deepfake, How the UK Can Follow Denmark’s Law
Deepfake technology presents a growing threat to personal dignity, democratic integrity, and public trust. While the UK has acted against sexually explicit deepfakes, wider identity protection remains fragmented. Denmark is leading with a landmark law granting citizens copyright-like rights over their face, voice, and body. The UK now has the opportunity to go further, combining legal reform with technological innovation to safeguard identity in the digital age.
DWP to Begin Bank Account Checks from 2026
There is no denying that fraud prevention is necessary, but the measures must be proportionate. Instead of casting suspicion on millions, campaigners suggest more targeted investigations, robust safeguards, independent oversight, and legal protections to prevent another scandal. If history teaches us anything, it is that unchecked government surveillance combined with flawed technology can devastate lives.
Smart Doorbell Privacy Laws, How to Avoid Breaking The Law
Smart doorbells such as Ring, Nest, and Eufy have grown in popularity due to their convenience and added security. However, many homeowners and tenants don’t realise that installing these devices without following proper privacy laws can land them in legal hot water. Surveillance technology can be both a deterrent to crime and a potential invasion of privacy if not used correctly.
Can We Upload Our Consciousness?
For centuries, humanity has been fascinated with the idea of immortality, whether spiritual, biological, or digital. With modern advancements in neuroscience, artificial intelligence, and quantum theory, the question has evolved from myth to possibility: Could we one day upload our consciousness?
Content Writing: The Dos and Don’ts – Staying Lawful and Impactful
Content writing is a powerful tool to inform, inspire, and influence. However, with that power comes a responsibility to write lawfully, ethically, and sensitively. In the age of digital platforms and mass communication, one must understand the boundaries of free speech, the risk of defamation, and how to avoid censorship or legal repercussions, especially when writing about politics, government policies, or controversial topics.