urban.spaceman

Yes.

Bill/Policy Name Parliamentary Stage Royal Assent Date / Expected Effectiveness What It Will Do Impact on the Country and Citizens Budget Responsibility Act 2024 Act of Parliament 10 Sep 2024 It legally formalises the government’s fiscal rules, including mandating that the current budget moves into balance and that debt falls as a share of the economy. It also strengthens the role of the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR). The bill's swift passage was a strategic move to demonstrate a commitment to economic stability, aiming to provide certainty for business and the markets and to distance the government from the financial turmoil of the past. Passenger Railway Services (Public Ownership) Act 2024 Act of Parliament 28 Nov 2024 It delivers a core manifesto pledge to bring the operation of passenger rail services back into public ownership as existing contracts expire. The law removes the legal presumption in favour of private sector operation. This is a major ideological shift away from privatisation, aiming to address fragmentation and improve services through a unified, whole-industry approach. Water (Special Measures) Act 2025 Act of Parliament 24 Feb 2025 It gives regulators new powers to hold water companies accountable for pollution. It includes provisions to ban bonuses for executives of companies that fail to meet standards, and it introduces a "fit and proper person" test for executives. This legislation imposes statutory requirements for transparency and accountability on water companies, ensuring that corporate accountability for pollution is legally enshrined. Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 Act of Parliament 3 Apr 2025 It introduces new security requirements for public venues to prevent terror attacks. This legislation, also known as Martyn's Law, is a response to tragic events and is intended to help keep the public safe and improve protective security. Bank Resolution (Recapitalisation) Act 2025 Act of Parliament 15 May 2025 It reforms how the Bank of England responds to failing banking institutions. This is a technical but highly significant bill that aims to strengthen the financial system and prevent a future crisis. Great British Energy Act 2025 Act of Parliament 15 May 2025 It establishes a new publicly owned clean power company, Great British Energy (GBE), to accelerate the development of clean, domestically produced energy. The company will invest in, own, and operate clean energy projects. This is a fundamental shift in energy policy, aiming for energy independence, lower household bills over time, the creation of jobs, and the return of profits to the public. Skills England Act 2025 Act of Parliament 15 May 2025 It replaces the Apprenticeship Levy with a new, more flexible Growth and Skills Levy and establishes a new public body, Skills England, to improve workforce skills. This legislation is a key part of addressing labor and skills shortages, which will aim to boost economic growth and create good jobs across the country. Digital Information and Smart Data Act 2025 Act of Parliament 19 Jun 2025 It facilitates new uses of data to drive growth and keep pace with technological advances, including AI regulation. The bill aims to modernise data regulations for the digital economy and provide clarity for businesses in this sector. Football Governance Act 2025 Act of Parliament 21 Jul 2025 It establishes a new Independent Football Regulator (IFR) to ensure the financial sustainability and integrity of clubs in the top five tiers of men's football. This is the first statutory regulation of English football. Supporters see it as a "historic moment" that will protect clubs from reckless owners and give fans a "bigger voice" in the sport. Arbitration Act 2025 Act of Parliament 24 Feb 2025 It modernises and reforms UK arbitration law based on recommendations from the Law Commission. Key legal changes include clarifying the law applicable to arbitration agreements and empowering courts to support emergency arbitrators. This bill is strategically important for the UK legal and financial sector, as it aims to maintain London's status as a leading global destination for international arbitration. National Wealth Fund Bill Bill in Parliament N/A It will create a sovereign wealth fund, capitalised with £7.3 billion, to make transformative investments in strategic industries and leverage private investment. The fund aims to catalyse growth and create jobs, with a target of attracting £3 of private investment for every £1 of public investment. Planning and Infrastructure Bill Bill in Parliament N/A It reforms the planning system to speed up the delivery of housing and infrastructure. The bill aims to re-introduce mandatory housing targets and makes it easier to build nationally significant projects. The bill aims to overhaul the planning system to boost construction and help meet the government’s goal of building 1.5 million new homes over the next five years. Better Buses Bill Bill in Parliament N/A It will give local leaders control over bus services and franchising. The bill is intended to improve and re-regulate local transport services across the country and supports public ownership. Employment Rights Bill At Report Stage in Lords Some changes in April and Oct 2026, with key provisions not until 2027 It is designed to enact a "New Deal for Working People," including a ban on zero-hours contracts and the removal of the two-year qualifying service requirement for unfair dismissal. This is a significant reform of UK labour law that will offer new protections and greater security for workers, though some key provisions will not be implemented until 2027 to give businesses time to prepare. Renters' Rights Bill Passed Lords, returned to Commons with amendments Expected Summer 2025 It seeks to overhaul the renting market by banning "no-fault" evictions, introducing a Decent Homes Standard, and banning rental bidding wars. The bill aims to rebalance the tenant-landlord relationship and provide greater security for the 11 million renters in England, empowering them to challenge bad practices without fear of eviction. Tobacco and Vapes Bill Bill in Parliament N/A It will introduce a "smoke-free generation" by making it an offence to sell tobacco products to anyone born on or after 1 January 2009. It also restricts youth vaping by banning advertising and sponsorship of vapes. This is a landmark public health policy aiming to phase out smoking and tackle related illnesses, with widespread public support. Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill Bill in Parliament N/A It establishes a new Border Security Command and repeals the controversial Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration Act). It also gives law enforcement new powers to investigate and disrupt organised immigration crime. The bill is aimed at tackling illegal immigration and reducing small boat crossings, but it has been criticised for retaining certain provisions of previous acts that human rights groups say undermine access to justice for asylum seekers. English Devolution Bill Bill in Parliament N/A It aims to create a more standardised framework for devolving power to local leaders and mayors across England. This bill is a key part of the "take back control" agenda, shifting power from Westminster to empower local leaders to drive growth and improve local services. Children's Wellbeing Bill Bill in Parliament N/A It introduces reforms to education and includes a new legal requirement for free breakfast clubs in all primary schools. This bill is designed to raise educational standards and promote the health and wellbeing of children. Mental Health Bill Bill in Parliament N/A It seeks to amend the Mental Health Act 1983. The bill's purpose is to reform and improve the treatment and provision of mental health care in the UK. Victims, Courts and Public Protection Bill Bill in Parliament N/A It seeks to reduce delays in the court system and strengthen support for victims of crime. The bill aims to improve the efficiency and fairness of the criminal justice system and provide better support for those affected by crime. Hillsborough Law (Public Authority (Accountability) Bill) Government bill delayed and 'paused'; a Private Member's Bill has been introduced N/A (Bill is 'paused') It aims to create a statutory duty of candour for public servants and authorities, which would compel them to be open and honest in inquiries and inquests. It also proposes criminal sanctions for cover-ups and deliberate misinformation. The law is intended to fundamentally change the culture within public bodies and restore public trust by ensuring greater accountability and transparency. Draft Equality (Race and Disability) Bill A draft bill has been published N/A (Draft Bill) It aims to legally enshrine the right to equal pay for race and disability. The draft bill seeks to extend existing equal pay legislation to new protected characteristics, aiming to address racial and disability inequalities in the workplace. Draft Leasehold and Commonhold Reform Bill A draft bill has been published N/A (Draft Bill) It aims to give leaseholders greater rights to extend their leases and purchase their freeholds, based on Law Commission recommendations. This could have a significant impact on the financial security and property rights of a large segment of the population in England and Wales. Draft Conversion Practices Bill A draft bill has been published N/A (Draft Bill) It aims to legally ban conversion therapy by creating new offences. The bill aims to protect the LGBTQ+ community from harmful practices and improve public health.

I hope Reeves taxes these ***** into oblivion.

Rare W for Johnson; his support for Ukraine is just about his only redeeming feature.

I know exactly to whom I should direct my opprobrium, thank you.

Honestly if that happens I would absolutely lose my shit like Wrighty and Shearer in the background:

Honestly the best thing Starmer can do now is wait a few months until Christmas and then when it's time for the New Years Honours list to come out, give her a Damehood. Some Daily Mail writers might actually die from rage.

The people who broke it by gaslighting millions of people into voting to make themself poorer and every issue they were complaining about much, much worse are in the middle of the next phase which is to gaslight the same people into voting away their own human rights. None of said people have yet been held accountable for the damage they have done and are doing.

This needs to be sent to every single screen in the country.

Also... Cromwell. ****ing hell

From the people who brought you Ken Dodd's Dad's Dog's Dead we bring you... Rupert Lowe’s Late Lab Lament

Expensive repair.

Rayner has said she will pay back the correct amount of tax. Murty - avoided paying £20m of tax while her husband was minister, Chancellor and PM, while he was also negotiating deals with her father's company. She didn't pay anything back, but said she'd pay it from now on. Again, the two tier reporting and outrage has been disgraceful.

Which goes back to the comparison between offences. Braverman, Patterson, Pincher, Patel, Raab, Williamson, Zahawi did far, far worse things and not only received minimal coverage in comparison, some of them got ****ing knighted. The disparity is so big it's visible from space.

Aaaaaand the Tory Scum get exactly what they wanted while never facing the same level of accountability whatsoever. Bunch of ****ing *****.

People are far too concerned about their "legitimate concerns" without showing a shred of compassion or understanding to innocent people who just need to live a normal life. Accessible loos are probably the better option all round, especially as not all disabilities are visible. But I can understand why that wouldn’t be a good compromise for a lot of trans people as: a) they may not like the implication that being trans is a disability (would gender dysphoria qualify as a mental health condition or neurodiversity? Apologies if that offends), b) it would disqualify their gender identity from being considered, because it treats them as something outside of “male” or “female.” For many trans people, being recognised as the gender they actually are is the whole point — they’re not looking for a third category or a workaround, they’re simply asking to be accepted in the same way as anyone else. Having to sacrifice your gender identity just because you need a piss would be a constant, daily reminder that you’re an “other". c) it would also put extra strain on the limited number of accessible toilets, which are already essential for disabled people who have no other option. Side note, but one thing I really like about the 2020 expansion of the Phoenix is the new toilets down the end next to screens 3 and 4 - all private spaces, no having to be near other people. Would like to see that a bit more in other public places. That's just it. For so many social/cultural issues social media has turned the discussion into this constant battle about the worst aspects of the issue with seemingly very little progression. It's like we're stuck in ****ing Groundhog Day, just repeating the same arguments every day, achieving very little as we constantly bounce off progress and go back to the beginning.

Linehan's lawyer practically every morning:

Born and bred in Wales.

Supposing we hit their brains with a tremendous amount of light that knocks the stupid out of them in a minute?

Enjoyed ‘The Roses’. Great performances all round and really funny.