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The Rwanda Bill advances despite human cost concerns

The Rwanda Bill advances despite human cost concerns

Breaking News, Explainers, London, News, Politics, UK news, UK Political parties
https://youtu.be/36j8dyV8EF8?si=6opC3rPW6O0euIMV The Parliament voted through the second reading for the Rwanda Bill. The Bill passed to the next phase, but moral questions remain regarding its implementation. Many times, asylum seekers risk their lives to arrive in the UK, hoping for a safer and better future.  Sadly, a refugee living in the Bibby Stockholm barge died by suicide last night. The specific circumstances surrounding this tragedy are unknown and under investigation. This incident underscores the importance of considering the potential mental health impact on asylum seekers during policy discussions and decisions, particularly those related to immigration, relocation and living conditions. The journalist Hera Kruja discussed with Fizza Oureshi, the CEO of Migra...
Rishi Sunak defends Eat Out To Help Out scheme at the COVID inquiry

Rishi Sunak defends Eat Out To Help Out scheme at the COVID inquiry

Breaking News, Covid-19, Explainers, News
Credits: Gov.UK Prime Minister defends his scheme to save hospitality industry, amid the covid enquiry  As the covid enquiry began, Rishi Sunak opened the session by apologising to millions of families who suffered and defended his stance on his Eat Out to Help Out scheme. He said: “The scientists prior to that had no objections.”  He added that this policy was rolled out to save millions of jobs in the hospitality industry.   The enquiry is being held for the response of Britain’s government grippled response to the covid pandemic which resulted in the loss of more than 2,00,00 lives.   Sunak who was the chancellor at that time said: "My primary concern was protecting millions of jobs of particularly vulnerable people who worked in this indust
Peace Council: A platform for peacebuilding inspiration

Peace Council: A platform for peacebuilding inspiration

Breaking News, International, London, News, youth
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZMz9Wz_SFpE&t=20s The Annual Peace Council event. Video credit: Hera Kruja The Universal Peace Federation (UPF) UK held its Annual Peace Council 2023, showing its commitment to building a more peaceful world. The event was a testament to the power of unity and collaboration. Robin Marsh, the Secretary General of UPF said: “It was wonderful to see people from different backgrounds come together and coalesce around this ideal of building a better world.” A gathering of hope and action The event was a display of hope and action. Speakers from across the UK shared inspiring stories of their work, promoting dialogue and education for peace. These initiatives, which are making a real difference in communities demonstrate the power of individuals
‘There must be limits’: Worries about job safety ahead of Rishi Sunak’s AI Summit

‘There must be limits’: Worries about job safety ahead of Rishi Sunak’s AI Summit

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'Humanity could lose control of AI completely.' Image by Cash Macanaya from Unsplash Ever since tools like ChatGPT brought generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the forefront, there have been concerns about the technology replacing routine jobs across sectors. As the UK gears to host the world’s first AI Safety Summit in November, Londoners fear an AI nightmare might be on the professional horizon. “I can ask it to define something I don’t understand in school, but I’m starting to look for jobs now, and the prospect of an AI takeover is a bit scary for my future,” a student told Westminster World. “It’s probably going to creep into my day-to-day work,” a software engineer echoed, adding that AI might end up fostering a competitive job market. On the other end of the
‘Warm banks’ helping people survive this Winter

‘Warm banks’ helping people survive this Winter

Breaking News, Charity, Christmas, Climate, Explainers, Explainers, Harrow, London, News, Rising cost of living disrupts students’ academic life
Charities, councils and community groups across the UK are opening warm banks helping people who can’t afford turning on their heating. The temperatures in London are falling but the energy costs are rising for households. The UK raised its energy price cap by 80% on October 1st which means the average UK energy bill will be reaching 3,549 pounds a year. Reports suggest that some people may resist using their heating despite the severe weather expected in coming days. These warm banks aim to offer a safe, warm and friendly space during these tough times. People can come along, eat, drink and spend a good time. https://youtu.be/m7BXIf55B68 People visiting warm banks in Harrow Rachel Wright, Trustee at Harrow Giving, explains how they became involved in setting up warm banks in
NFU issues warning as UK battles with food supply crisis

NFU issues warning as UK battles with food supply crisis

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With rising prices of fruits, vegetables and dairy products, the situation can worsen in the upcoming months. The National farmers union (NFU) has warned that the UK is facing a major food supply crisis and that immediate action must be taken to control the damage in the next few months. According to the union, energy-intensive crops like tomatoes, cucumbers and pears have been affected the most, with the lowest yields since 1985. Prices of milk and dairy products are also expected to drop below the cost of production, mainly due to rising fuel, feed and fertilizers prices. In the case of eggs, several issues like the avian flu, supply issues and cost of production, have resulted in its scarcity. This shortage could also affect other food products, considering the rise in ener...
Drivers complaint: ULEZ expansion will affect us badly.

Drivers complaint: ULEZ expansion will affect us badly.

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Credit: David Hawgood Since 2019 ULEZ has been a program that is helping London in reduce Car Pollution. But how far can this program push people to change? Car pollution has always been a big problem for prominent cities and their citizen. In 2019 the UK Government decided to start a program for the city's centre named ULEZ. Whoever would transit for central London has to pay around £12 a day to transit. Those who do not pay the daily tax could get a fine of about £160. As reported on the government website, central London has raised £174k yearly from this tax, which is used to help London transport. By August 2023 ULEZ Zone will be expanded in all of Greater London. 80% of the consultation is against the ULEZ Zone and members of the movement No ULEZ is ready to
The next three weeks to the new year resemble an advent calendar of disruption

The next three weeks to the new year resemble an advent calendar of disruption

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The next three weeks to the new year seem like an advent calendar of disruption, as nurses, transport workers, postal workers, baggage handlers, and others have scheduled strikes. Credit: Mellina Shahrom These are all kinds of strike disruptions that we can expect. This is largely about pay. As prices rise, wages are not, on the whole, keeping up and statistically, that gap is greater for the public sector. Credit: Mellina Shahrom This is what is happening this week. There will be four days of rail disruption as 40,000 workers walk out. And more than 100,000 Royal Mail workers will participate in two days of strike action this week. As we are edging closer to Christmas, expect disruption to deliveries. Learner drivers are being urged to check if their practical driving test...
‘Ice, ice, baby’: Low temperatures in London exacerbate cost-of-living crisis

‘Ice, ice, baby’: Low temperatures in London exacerbate cost-of-living crisis

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The cost-of-living crisis has affected the majority of British people, meaning they were forced to adjust and reduce their basic needs, such as heating. And the recent low temperatures have only made matters worse. Image credit: Will Kennard (unsplash) Massive cold weather stroke hit London on Sunday night, covering a whole city with a layer of snow, reaching temperature below zero degrees celcius. The forecast shows that the next week is predicted to be even colder, being zero during the day and minus three at night.  That is the first time in two years London has seen snow. It caused disruptions within train services, as well as severe traffic on roads. What does this freezing wave mean for Londoners and what are opinions of one particular vulnerable group: student...
Big Boys season two will have moments of pathos

Big Boys season two will have moments of pathos

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Jack Rooke gives an exclusive interview at Westminster World. He talks about the series Big Boys on Channel 4 and reveals what we should expect in the upcoming season two. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KHjiIhUzBAM Jack Rooke talks about Big Boys season two on Channel 4 that will be shown next year. Credits to: Mellina Shahrom and Hera Kruja Jack Rooke is the writer and creator of Big Boys. It is a sitcom that has been positively praised. It stars Dylan Llewellyn and Jon Pointing, who live together in 2013 and are university students in their first year. Jack, who is Llewellyn's character, is a semi-fictionalized version of Rooke. The series tackles grief and mental health issues in a light and funny way. The first season was shown on 26 May 2022 and it can be watched ...