UK politician and Speaker of the House of Commons since 2019
The government has backed amendments to the Troubles legacy bill, moving it to the Lords for further scrutiny. The bill aims to address the legacy of the Troubles, with a legacy commission, an information recovery body, and a role for an Irish police unit. Provisions require attorney general consent for serious prosecutions, drawing mixed reactions from victims, veterans, and politicians.
Welsh Assembly members are debating the use of camera-enabled smart glasses as some officials advocate a ban until clear rules are in place. Reports indicate the glasses can act as teleprompters, prompting concerns about privacy, access, and disclosure of private information. A review of wearables in the Senedd is under way.