Man is without doubt a territorial animal, as has been proved throughout the ages, with wars being fought over countries, land and castles, but in the relative peace of this civilised nation, passions can still run extremely high when it comes to the patch of land on which a residential home sits.
Crackdown On Illegal Immigrants
Under tough new proposals unveiled today (October 10) by the Home Office, access to bank accounts for illegal immigrants or those who have overstayed on their visas is to be restricted.
‘Britain’s FBI’ Starts Work
Yesterday (October 7) saw the launch of the UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA), described as Britain’s answer to the FBI and marked the end of the Serious Organised Crime Agency (SOCA), which will be absorbed into the new organisation.
Amendment To European Union Bill Tabled
Conservative backbencher Adam Afriyie, MP for Windsor, is set to table an amendment today (October 7) to the European Union (Referendum) Bill in a bid to force the Government to hold an early vote on whether the UK should leave the EU.
Third Party Harassment Law Changed
Following a consultation on proposals to repeal the third-party harassment provisions to the Equality Act 2010, the law has been changed from 1 October, meaning that the rules that previously made an employer liable if an employee is harassed by a third party, such as a client or supplier, no longer apply. However, employees will still be able to claim for bullying by clients and customers under existing law.