campaigners
Coverage of campaigners in the Nexus archive.
- Bridget Phillipson's final trans guidance will embolden 'activist parents' who want their children to transition, campaigners fear
Bridget Phillipson's final trans guidance is expected to encourage 'activist parents' seeking to transition their children, according to campaigners' concerns. The guidance has raised fears among campaigners about its potential impact.
- Farnham backs public ownership of golf course site
Farnham supports public ownership of a golf course site. Campaigners are advocating for the government to purchase Les Mielles and restore it to natural land.
- New rule demanding all schools in England stock EpiPens and give allergy training to staff will save lives, delighted campaigners say
A new rule in England requires all schools to stock EpiPens and provide allergy training to staff, a move that campaigners say will save lives. The policy aims to improve safety for students with severe allergies.
- Starmer apologizes for forced adoption of nearly 200,000 babies born to unmarried mothers
Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer apologized for the forced adoption of nearly 200,000 babies born to unmarried mothers. He met with campaigners discussing historical forced adoption at Downing Street in London.
- EU countries push to retain Eastern Europe carbon pricing rebate
EU countries are advocating to maintain the Eastern Europe carbon pricing rebate, while campaigners criticize the €20 billion 'modernisation fund' as ineffective. The fund is described as 'anything but' modernization by critics.
- Campaigners criticise apology from property show after illegal Israeli settlements advertised
Exclusive images reveal illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank were advertised at a property show in London. Campaigners have criticized the apology issued by the property show in response.
- Children as young as 11 to be given puberty blockers in controversial trial as furious campaigners urge courts to completely shut down 'unethical experiment'
Children as young as 11 are to be given puberty blockers in a controversial trial. Campaigners are urging courts to shut down the trial, calling it an 'unethical experiment.'
- Fresh blow to campaigners' hopes of reviving assisted dying laws as MP rules out bringing back failed Bill - while others say they WON'T back bid to force through legislation
A Member of Parliament has ruled out reintroducing a failed assisted dying Bill, delivering a setback to campaigners seeking to revive the legislation. Other lawmakers have also stated they will not support efforts to force through the legislation.
- The EU’s direct democracy tool promised change. Does it work?
The EU's direct democracy tool aims to provide citizens access to Brussels, but campaigners argue it lacks effectiveness in granting real influence. The tool is intended to enable change but faces criticism over limited leverage for citizens.
- UK urged not to further weaken EV rules as CO2 impact revealed
UK vehicles will emit an extra 17m tonnes of CO2 by 2030 due to a loophole allowing more plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs). Campaigners urge the government to resist weakening electric car sale rules, while parts of the car industry call for a second review of regulations requiring increasing electric vehicle sales.
- Swifts 'displaced' after demolition - campaigners
Campaigners report that nesting swifts may have been displaced following the demolition of part of a building. The partial demolition is suspected to have affected the birds' nesting areas.
- Vape use sees sharp drop - but campaigners issue this warning after first year of ban
Vape use has seen a sharp decline in the first year of a ban, but campaigners have issued a warning. Discarded electronic cigarette vapes were collected from public spaces, highlighting ongoing concerns.
- New Health Secretary 'could overrule decision to reject mass prostate cancer screening programme' that campaigners say would 'condemn thousands of men to avoidable death'
The new Health Secretary may overrule a decision to reject a mass prostate cancer screening programme. Campaigners argue this rejection could lead to avoidable deaths for thousands of men.
- ‘A tsunami of harm’: views on tackling online safety for under-16s in the UK
The UK government is consulting on stricter online safety measures for children under 16, including potential bans on social media platforms or restrictions on addictive features like infinite scrolling. Campaigners, legislators, and experts are pushing for stronger action despite the existing Online Safety Act, with a submission deadline approaching.
- UK government move to delay social media ban faces pushback in Lords
The UK government's proposal to delay implementing social media restrictions for children by up to three years faces opposition in the House of Lords. Critics argue the amendment to the children’s wellbeing and schools bill undermines previous commitments for swift action and may result in limited measures like parental controls instead of comprehensive access restrictions.
- AI teachers set to be unleashed in UK classrooms as early as this summer as campaigners accuse Government of 'experimenting on disadvantaged children'
AI teachers are set to be introduced in UK classrooms as early as this summer, sparking criticism from campaigners who accuse the government of experimenting on disadvantaged children.
- Family of Brit, 72, 'falsely detained' in Dubai jail for 18 YEARS plead for his freedom as campaigners condemn 'weak' UK Government for failing him
A 72-year-old British man has been 'falsely detained' in a Dubai jail for 18 years, with his family and campaigners criticizing the UK Government for its inadequate response and failure to secure his release.
- Nearly 200 single men have used surrogacy to become fathers since 2019 single parent law change: Furious campaigners call for 'cruel and exploitative' industry to be banned
Since a 2019 law change, nearly 200 single men have used surrogacy to become fathers. Campaigners argue this industry is cruel and exploitative and are calling for a ban.
- Palantir's NHS future in doubt as ministers eye contract break
The UK government is considering terminating Palantir's £330M NHS contract due to criticism over the lack of software ownership by the NHS and concerns from MPs, unions, and campaigners.
- ‘No cheeseburgers … they would go bankrupt’: pupils reject plan to cut fatty foods from lunch menus
Pupils and schools in the UK have rejected a government plan to remove fatty foods like cheeseburgers from school lunch menus, despite support from chefs and campaigners. The initiative aims to eliminate 'grab and go' options, but many schools argue it is impractical.
- Millions like Jess, 9, live in fear of a fatal allergic reaction - even after five official reports calling for better care and greater awareness. Now campaigners say an 'allergy tsar' is needed to help save lives...
The article highlights the fear millions of children, like 9-year-old Jess, face due to life-threatening allergies despite five official reports urging improved care and awareness. Campaigners now advocate for an 'allergy tsar' to address the issue and prevent fatalities.
- Keir Starmer warned by campaigners that women's rights are STILL not being upheld by NHS and town halls as first anniversary of landmark Supreme Court judgment approaches
Keir Starmer is being warned by campaigners that women's rights remain unaddressed in NHS and town halls as the first anniversary of a landmark Supreme Court judgment approaches. The article highlights ongoing concerns about systemic failures in upholding gender equality in public services.
- Fried nuggets and steamed sponges off menu in school food overhaul in England
England's government plans to overhaul school food standards, banning high-calorie items like fried nuggets and steamed sponges starting in September. The move aims to address rising childhood obesity rates, with 24% of primary school children in England classified as overweight or obese, according to NHS data.
- Ministers unveil ‘right to try’ plan to help disabled people find work
The UK government has introduced legislation to allow disabled people to try work or volunteering without facing automatic benefit reassessment, aiming to reduce barriers to employment. Campaigners argue the policy does not sufficiently address hostile workplace issues, highlighting the need for additional support.