The Liberal Democrats have committed to a yearly investment of £600 million in maternity care, aiming to improve safety standards across the UK. This proposal comes amidst ongoing scrutiny of obstetric services and patient outcomes.
The UK government has issued an ultimatum to technology firms, including Apple and Google, to implement default blocking of nude images for users under 18 on smartphones and tablets. Sir Keir Starmer stated that legislation would be enacted within three months, carrying potential fines and criminal liability, if companies fail to comply voluntarily.
Prime Minister Starmer is poised to unveil new policies restricting children's social media access, a shift following a public consultation and pressure from opposition parties and within his own Labour ranks.
