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Painting a Picture of Addiction

Siobhan R — Sun, 02 Apr 2023 20:58:19 +0000

At the beginning of the year, Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak shared his vision of “stronger communities and safer streets” for generations to come. But as his speech went on to paint a grim picture of addiction, it was clear who he blamed for us feeling unsafe.

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The Ever Changing Rights of Protesters

Siobhan R — Fri, 30 Sep 2022 13:53:50 +0000

This year protesters have found themselves having to keep a close eye on the changing laws concerning their rights. Now a new challenge faces them with the Public Order Bill.

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Former Home Secretary’s Rwanda Policy challenged at High Court

Siobhan R — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 22:18:51 +0000

On the 5th of September, a five-day hearing began at the Royal Courts of Justice, in London. The High Court will determine if the UK Government’s Rwanda Policy is unlawful.

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International Overdose Awareness Day

Siobhan R — Wed, 31 Aug 2022 14:54:03 +0000

On the 31st of August people across the world come together to remember loved ones, friends and community members who have died from an overdose. Hundreds of events, across at least 37 countries, were held in 2021 despite COVID-19 disruptions.

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Unpacking the Rwanda Asylum Plan

Siobhan R — Thu, 30 Jun 2022 23:42:49 +0000

In the months leading up to Refugee Week in June, the UK partnership with Rwanda has affected the lives of asylum seekers hoping to find safety in the UK.

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Non-attendance fines rise as families face barriers to school attendance

Siobhan R — Fri, 10 Jun 2022 00:07:40 +0000

Schools in England are in the spotlight as families facing systemic barriers to attendance and concerns for their children's well-being worry about how they will be affected by the rise in non-attendance fines.

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