News in the Fast Lane: Your essential UK and global news and politics
Laurence Fox has been ordered to pay substantial damages after a high court ruling finds his online accusations of paedophilia to be baseless. Here’s the full story. Online Wild West Social Media has long been a Wild West, with little to no accountability for what people post online. £90,000 in Damages However, that changed recently … Read more
Veteran activists and human rights campaigners have united in condemnation as the UK government faces backlash over its plans to broaden the definition of extremism. The move has sparked concerns about the erosion of civil liberties and the stifling of dissent. Here’s the full story. Broaden Extremism Definition Image Credit: Shutterstock / Melinda Nagy The … Read more
In the wake of a vulnerable claimant’s tragic death following a DWP investigation, a coroner’s critique prompts calls for reform within the Department, highlighting crucial flaws in procedures and underscoring the need for better support for individuals with mental health issues. Here’s the full story. Hard Times It is not an easy time to be … Read more
As the fallout from Rishi Sunak’s pre-election budget reverberates, the Conservative Party braces for substantial losses in the upcoming local elections. This signals a pivotal moment for his leadership and the party’s dwindling electoral prospects. Here’s the full story. All Consuming Image Credit: Shutterstock / Peter_Fleming The Conservative Party can sometimes appear like a zombie … Read more
Controversy has erupted as a Christian pastor’s sermons, advocating for traditional gender roles, draw striking parallels to themes from ‘The Handmaid’s Tale,’ leading to widespread criticism. Here’s the full story. Religious Fervor When it comes to kooky religious ideas, many of us in the UK like to scoff at what we see as the extremes … Read more
A protest against Jacob Rees-Mogg at Cardiff University has reignited debate on the boundaries of political activism and the treatment of elected officials. Here’s the full story. Amnesty International Protest is one of the many human rights under threat in the UK, as revealed by Amnesty International’s annual report, which was scathing of the government’s … Read more
Scotland’s First Minister faces peril as former coalition partners, the Scottish Greens, back a motion of no confidence, plunging the government into crisis. Here’s the full story. Political Chaos The world of Scottish politics has been thrown into chaos recently, with First Minister Hamza Yousaf staring down the barrel of a no-confidence motion that his … Read more
Reform UK’s Deputy Leader Ben Habib’s proposal to leave migrants to drown in the English Channel sparks heated debate and condemnation, raising critical questions about ethics and border control amidst the ongoing crisis. Here’s the full story. Genocidal Turn As the English Channel continues to witness an influx of asylum seekers and migrants attempting the … Read more
Labour’s recent by-election triumphs, hailed by Keir Starmer as ‘fantastic,’ underscore a seismic shift in voter trust and signal potential electoral gains, adding to the Conservative Party’s woes. Here’s the full story. Emerging Victorious Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has celebrated his recent by-election victories in Kingswood and Wellingborough. On The Verge Of Power The … Read more
In response to mounting concerns over defence capabilities, two UK ministers urge accelerated investment, highlighting critical gaps in defence spending amid escalating global security challenges. Here’s the full story. Increased Investment Image Credit: Shutterstock / Andrey_Popov Two serving ministers, Anne-Marie Trevelyan and Tom Tugendhat, have called for increased investment in defence spending in the UK … Read more