Tag: UK government

Hillsborough Disaster: Decades-Long Fight for Justice and Reform

The Hillsborough disaster in 1989 led to the deaths of 96 Liverpool fans, initially blamed on the victims. As evidence of police negligence and cover-ups emerged, verdicts were overturned, sparking a long fight for justice. Despite some criminal charges, accountability has been elusive, with calls for systemic reforms like the 'Hillsborough Law' recently rejected by the UK government.

Parliament Recalled for Emergency Session to Save British Steel Amid Crisis

The UK government has called an extraordinary session of Parliament to pass laws to safeguard British Steel from its current Chinese owner, Jingye Group. This emergency move is driven by concerns over national security and the future of the steel industry, which faces closure due to financial strains and U.S. tariffs. The legislation aims to secure operations and jobs at the Scunthorpe plant, the country's last primary steel producer.