#government-action tag

EU data protection

People Want Climate Action. This Data Shows It.

Environment

A Silent Climate Majority

from48 hills

7 months ago

Environment

OPINION: San Francisco needs to take disaster warning a lot more seriously - 48 hills

EU data protection

People Want Climate Action. This Data Shows It.

Environment

A Silent Climate Majority

A vast majority of people globally want stronger climate action from their governments.

Follow Haughey's example to get around planning blockages, says former Fianna Fail minister

Government should emulate Charles Haughey to overcome planning obstacles and hasten housing delivery.

Social justice

fromIrish Independent

7 months ago

'I'm afraid for my children' - Hundreds attend anti-racism protest outside the Dail following brutal attack in Tallaght

Protest organized by Ireland's migrant community demands government action amid rising violence and fear experienced by immigrants.

Environment

Ministers vow to tackle all forms of water pollution in England and Wales

The government commits to addressing all forms of water pollution in England and Wales, not just sewage spills.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The government needs to get their heads out of the sand over jobs losses - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Rising unemployment and increased job costs threaten job creation, according to the Federation of Small Businesses.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Families of UK prisoners abroad urge ministers to keep promises to help

Families and lawyers demand government action to secure release of British nationals detained abroad and call for a special envoy to be appointed.

Government to ban appalling' NDAs in cases of harassment and discrimination

Businesses are set to be banned from imposing non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) on victims of harassment and discrimination under an amendment to the Employment Rights Bill.

US politics

fromBoston.com

'A sigh of relief': State forms group to tackle crumbling foundations

"This has been a sigh of relief for the homeowners," said Sen. Peter Durant, representing the Worcester and Hampshire districts.

Miscellaneous

fromHomebuilding

Urgent COBRA meeting needed as UK homeowners face second heatwave, warn Lib Dems

The Government must convene COBRA to ensure it is not caught flat-footed as temperatures rise. We need urgent coordination to protect lives, keep essential services running, and ensure our NHS isn't overwhelmed.... June 30, 2025

Renovation

fromIrish Independent

The Irish Independent's View: New housing excuses sound remarkably similar to the old ones

Browne's overhaul of Rent Pressure Zones will arguably make the cost of rent worse, initially, in order to increase the supply in the longer run.

UK politics

fromwww.dw.com

German industry crisis: Can cheap power help? DW 05/20/2025

Industry leaders in Germany have voiced urgent concerns over skyrocketing electricity prices, warning of potential business closures and relocations if the new government fails to act.

Germany politics

fromwww.bbc.com

'Our Simone died after drinking free holiday shots'

Families urge government action on bootleg alcohol awareness after tragic deaths.

Awareness campaigns are essential to prevent methanol poisoning.

Education on alcohol risks should be implemented in schools.

fromwww.bbc.com

Government says water company investigations have increased

The government highlighted a significant increase in criminal investigations into water companies for environmental breaches, responding to public outcry over pollution levels.

UK politics

Higher education

fromIndependent

Sinead Ryan: School absenteeism is 'hugely alarming' - someone should tell the thousands of teachers on career break

High absenteeism in schools highlights urgent need for effective intervention.

Concerns rise as government plans to address alarming dropout rates.

Europe news

fromIrish Independent

'Its all very well emoting about the Palestinians but where is the legislation abolishing the cap at the airport?' Michael O'Leary blasts ministers

Ryanair surpassed 200 million passengers but reported a profit decline due to airport capacity restrictions and lack of government action.

NYC parents

fromCity Limits

Opinion: Pass the Working Families Tax Credit

The Working Families Tax Credit can significantly alleviate child poverty in New York City.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Government to unveil new cybersecurity measures after wave of attacks

The UK is ramping up cybersecurity measures in response to recent high-profile cyber attacks on retailers.

Black Lives Matter

fromwww.dw.com

Jordan outlaws Muslim Brotherhood opposition group DW 04/23/2025

Jordan has banned the Muslim Brotherhood, citing links to a sabotage plot.

The group remains legal in Jordan despite being banned elsewhere in the Arab world.

France politics

French minister reports #SkinnyTok to regulator over anorexia concerns

The French government is taking action against TikTok's #SkinnyTok group due to concerns over body shaming and its effects on young women's health.

UK politics