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Counsellor Wins Case Against Rape Centre

Roz Adams, a former counsellor at the Edinburgh Rape Crisis Centre, won a constructive dismissal claim after being subjected to harassment and discrimination due to her gender-critical views. The tribunal awarded her nearly £69,000 and mandated a public apology from the centre, which must also refer clients to her new workplace, Beira's Place.

UK MPs Vote on Assisted Dying Bill

On November 29, 2024, UK MPs are voting on a landmark bill to legalize assisted dying in England and Wales. The proposal, introduced by Labour MP Kim Leadbeater, has sparked intense debate, particularly among disabled individuals who fear potential abuses of the law. The outcome remains uncertain as lawmakers express diverse opinions.