The ongoing quest for Social Europe

The UK government has announced its most ambitious clean power plan yet, aiming to generate 95% of its electricity from renewables by 2030 to stabilize energy prices. Energy secretary Ed Miliband described it as a significant reform to the energy system, emphasizing the importance of harnessing natural resources for national security and economic growth. This initiative follows the UK's commitment to reduce emissions by at least 81% by 2035 compared to 1990 levels, with a...

Dajour Jones, a dangerous labourer, was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of 20-year-old Jamie Gilbey, whom he viciously attacked before dismembering his body and dumping the remains in a park in south London. Despite Jones refusing to attend his sentencing at the Old Bailey, Judge Nigel Lickley KC described him as a violent and dangerous individual, emphasizing that he had taken away the young man's promising future. Jamie Gilbey's mother, Charlene Baxter,...

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The consultation regarding a new "personality right" is expected to offer legal protections against the use of generative AI tools to mimic people's features without permission, particularly benefiting stars and artists concerned about image protection. Despite this development, the creative sector remains wary of the proposed copyright changes, with concerns about potential impacts on originality and the need for fairer regulations. The Copyright Alliance has also warned that any degradation of copyright in the UK...

Former paratrooper Daniel Burke was unlawfully killed by someone claiming to be his friend while fighting in Ukraine against the Russian invasion. His body was found 27 miles from the frontline, and the inquest concluded that he died with bravery but was killed by cowardice and dishonor. The family is still seeking answers and hoping for closure after the tragic loss of their loved one. Full Article

Former Labour leader Ed Miliband defended his decision to vote against military action in Syria, dismissing criticism from Wes Streeting. The public split in Sir Keir Starmer’s cabinet arose after the health secretary criticized Labour's previous stance on Syria, stating that hesitation by the UK and US prolonged Assad's rule. Mr Miliband, now Sir Keir's energy secretary, led efforts to block strikes in Syria in 2013 to deter chemical weapons use. Full Article