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November 10, 2020

Faith leaders call on Prime Minister to produce fresh UK climate plan

As the original date of the COP26 talks approaches, faith leaders have have written to the Prime Minister calling on the government to raise ambition globally ahead of the COP26 summit, which will now take place in Glasgow in November 2021
November 9, 2020

Government off course to meet its zero carbon ambitions by 2050, says IPPR

As hosts of the COP26 global climate talks, the UK has the opportunity to lead the world in efforts to cut carbon emissions, restore nature and champion green alternatives for industry, travel and energy.
November 9, 2020

NAO says widespread disruption likely when Brexit transition period ends

The National Audit Office says there is likely to be significant disruption at the border from 1 January 2021 as traders will be unprepared for new EU border controls which will require additional administration and checks.
November 8, 2020

Write for Rights campaign offers solidarity to victims of human rights abuses

People across the UK can join the world’s largest letter writing action to support individuals who have been attacked, jailed, harassed or disappeared.
November 7, 2020

White poppy wreaths laid across UK ahead of Alternative Remembrance Sunday Ceremony

An online ceremony focused on remembering all victims of war, both civilian and military, of all nationalities, will be held on Sunday 8 November.
November 6, 2020

Parliamentarians call for end to imprisoning people 'for their own protection’

The most punitive sanction available to the state is being used to make up for failings in the community, says the APPG on Women in the Penal System.
November 6, 2020

Call for party political neutrality in appointment of Charity Commission chair

The appointment of the current chair was opposed due to serious concerns about her experience and political associations.
November 5, 2020

Wales should prioritise its looked after children, says Children's Commissioner

Young people leaving care often struggle in poor quality or insecure housing on very low incomes, says the Children's Commissioner for Wales.
November 5, 2020

First wave of furlough pushed two million employees below the minimum wage

Low-paid workers were more likely to be furloughed and less likely to have their furloughed wages topped up by their employer.
November 4, 2020

Decision on Universal Credit for self-employed workers welcomed

The suspension of the Minimum Income Floor for self employed Universal Credit claimants will be extended to April 2021.

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