The code is also said to acknowledge that a transgender person could be barred from single-sex spaces even when their biological sex matches. Single-sex spaces ‘legitimate’The EHRC document also describes the provision of single-sex spaces for “ensuring the safety of women or the privacy and dignity of women and/or men” as a “legitimate aim”. Following ministerial approval, the revised code must be laid before Parliament for 40 days before it can be brought into force. Charlotte Nichols, Labour MP for Warrington North, said that when she was younger and had a pixie haircut she would frequently be mis-gendered and called “Sir”. Another Labour MP and ally of Ms Phillipson’s, speaking on condition of anonymity, added that if the minister “needs to take her time, then she needs to take her time”.

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Once ministerial approval is granted, the Government must lay the draft code before Parliament for 40 days before it can be brought into force. The EHRC wrote to Ms Phillipson, who is also Education Secretary, last month urging her to hurry up with bringing in the new guidance, warning some organisations are currently using unlawful practices. Asked about the code on Thursday, Ms Phillipson said she is going through it “thoroughly and carefully”. She told reporters: “I have responsibilities to make sure that’s done properly and we’re taking the time to get this right. Defending the delay in publishing the guidance, Mr MacAlister said: “Three months is very little time in the grand scheme of things.

Russia-Ukraine war to end? What Trump's plan saysLive EventsPlan tilted in Russia’s favourWashington pushes Zelenskyy to consider concessionsas a Reliable and Trusted News Source Addas a Reliable and Trusted News Source Add Now! (You can now subscribe to our(You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channelUS President Donald Trump has quietly backed a sweeping 28-point peace plan aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine war, a proposal that would require Kyiv to concede to significant demands, largely endorsed by Moscow and in its favour, according to a report by the Financial Times.The framework was developed jointly by US and Russian officials and then conveyed to Kyiv this week by Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff. Some officials involved in the process called it an effort by the Trump administration to “show progress” on diplomacy even as Kyiv viewed it as deeply imbalanced. The US was pressing Moscow to articulate its demands clearly to enable peace talks to begin, the report added.

A plan to end the war in Ukraine, negotiated between the Trump administration and Russia, would require Kyiv to surrender territory, significantly reduce the size of its army and relinquish some types of weaponry, according to officials familiar with the proposal. The 28-point proposal, drafted without Ukrainian involvement, reflects the maximalist demands the Kremlin has made throughout the war, which Ukraine has long denounced as amounting to capitulation. It is the latest effort by the Trump administration to reinvigorate stalled settlement talks in the nearly four-year-old war. Kyiv is also under growing pressure on the battlefield, as Moscow’s forces make gains against a Ukrainian military that is stretched thin. “One thing is clear,” said Kostiantyn Yelisieiev, a former presidential foreign policy adviser.

14 new Nando's restaurants to open across UKThe South African-owned company’s expansion programme, which includes a number of sites which have already launched, comes after the business opened 12 UK sites a year earlier. Nando’s said just some of the new restaurants include sites in:BedfordDerbyPeterboroughBishop AucklandMaidenheadSheffieldEdinburgh GylePaddingtonLiverpool Edge LaneNando's also told Newsquest it is aiming to open five more before the end of February 2026. The group said it is seeking to increase the number of company-owned restaurants and also expand its wider international footprint. In freshly filed accounts, Nando’s shared it saw sales grow over the half-year to August and it has been “encouraged by customer demand”. Rob Papps, group chief executive of Nando’s, commented: “The 2025 financial year saw Nando’s continue to deliver a strong sales performance driven by robust consumer demand for our flame-grilled peri-peri chicken supported by our strong brand and customer proposition.

US President Donald Trump has authorized the CIA to carry out covert operations inside Venezuela to destabilize the government of President Nicolás Maduro, in what officials say could be a prelude to military action, according to a report. Citing multiple officials, the Times said the covert campaign could precede broader military action. He reiterated that his government remains open to direct negotiations with Washington, calling diplomacy Caracas’s "invariable" position. Trump's administration accuses Maduro of involvement in drug trafficking — allegations the Venezuelan government has repeatedly and firmly denied. The US attacks have drawn sharp condemnation from former officials, analysts and international observers, who say Washington’s militarized posture toward Venezuela exposes a familiar strategy of regime change in Latin America.

The capital has had its first taste of wintry weather as cold Arctic air has swept in from the north, causing temperatures to plummet across most of the UK. While there are no weather warnings in place for London at the time of writing, very cold temperatures are expected overnight and into Thursday (November 20), according to the Met Office. The wintry showers which hit this morning will clear by the afternoon, with a cloudy outlook and light winds remaining. READ MORE: LIVE updates as 'snow seen falling' in London as temperature plummetsOn Thursday, temperatures will hover around freezing in the capital for much of the morning - but it will feel like -4 degrees. Very cold with temperatures falling below freezing and a moderate breeze persisting.

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Barnet has more than 250 parks and open spaces, covering around 20% of its land. Labour committee member Cllr Charlotte Daus said results showed more facilities such as toilets in parks were wanted, but vandalism and the cost of maintenance created issues. Cllr Schneiderman assured the committee the council wanted to see “more cafes” and “there are plans for more cafes in parks”. He said: “Where possible, when there are new cafes we do want cafe owners to be providing toilets that are accessible. After declaring “a lot” of the aims in the previous action plan were not delivered, Cllr Schneiderman hit back, saying the council had created a deliverable strategy.

So, British Gas is urging homeowners to act now to make sure their heating systems are ready for regular use. British Gas engineer, Peter Knowles, shares his practical tips to help Brits keep their homes warm and safe this winter while also saving on energy bills. British Gas issues fresh advice as houses begin to freezeFind your ideal temperature: When the cold sets in, turning up the thermostat might seem like the quickest fix, but keeping it set between 18°C and 21°C is both comfortable and cost-effective. Set your heating to suit your routine: Scheduling your heating can help you save energy without sacrificing comfort. Many energy providers also have assistance funds to help with energy costs.

Byline Times reader Charles Parkinson made a legally-binding subject access request – asking for what data the party held on him – to Reform UK on 27 March this year. April-May 2025: Parkinson sends multiple follow-up emails (27 April, 3 May, 12 May, 21 May) reminding Reform UK of their legal obligation to respond within one month under GDPR. August 2025: The ICO confirm they have established contact with Reform UK and asked them to respond to the SAR, the data erasure request, and cease marketing communications. The ICO informs Parkinson that Reform UK claimed they had “attempted to communicate” but couldn’t reach his mailbox. November 2025: Reform UK admits to Byline Times they missed the legal deadline to respond but says allegations of wrongdoing were “cock up and not conspiracy.”Got a story?

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