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The Guardian Perspective on Jason Arday: Advocates for Diversity Must Remain Resolute | Editorial
Jason Arday’s resignation from the University of Cambridge on Wednesday has brought significant attention to his controversial promotion to a professorship at the age of 37. Academic peers have rightly called for a comprehensive investigation into his appointment to the faculty of education in 2023, as well as the events that followed. Allegations of plagiarism…
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Charity Commission launches inquiry into contributions to unlawful Israeli settlements
An official inquiry has been initiated regarding charities in England and Wales that have been implicated in providing financial support to unlawful Israeli settlements in Palestine. The Charity Commission’s objective is to determine the extent of charitable contributions directed towards these illegal settlements, assess whether such expenditures align with their intended charitable purposes, and identify…
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Amnesty UK Alerts Oversight Body Following Controversial Labeling of JK Rowling’s Women’s Center as ‘Anti-Rights’
Amnesty International UK has self-reported to the charity regulatory body following the publication of a report that labeled a sexual violence support center established by JK Rowling as “anti-rights.” In its report, the UK division of the prominent human rights organization included Beira’s Place, located in Edinburgh, in a roster of over 100 entities it…
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Save the Children takes a stand against Labour, alleging Starmer’s involvement in Gaza fatalities.
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The organization Save the Children has stirred controversy with a recent social media post that has drawn the ire of the government, particularly regarding the imminent resignation of Prime Minister Keir Starmer. In its post on X, the charity implied that Starmer bore responsibility for the deaths of numerous civilians amid the ongoing conflict between…
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“Fostering Community: The Collaborative Efforts of Nature Charities and Asylum Seekers in the British Countryside”
Shielding his eyes from the intense midday sun, Abdullah, a Sudanese asylum seeker, takes in the lush scenery of TÅ· Mawr country park located in north Wales. “This place is incredibly beautiful,” he remarks. “It feels like a world away from the Home Office.” The park sits alongside the River Dee in the picturesque Vale…
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UK charities report alarming increase in financial coercion among domestic abusers.
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Domestic violence organizations are reporting a significant surge in the use of technology and financial control by abusers, particularly in relation to coerced car finance agreements. According to data from Refuge, the largest domestic abuse charity in the UK, referrals for cases of technology-enabled or economic abuse increased by 78% over the past year. From…
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UK charity finances educational institution central to the growth of unlawful Israeli settlements.
A charitable organization based in the UK is financially supporting a religious educational institution that is central to the controversial expansion of an Israeli settlement in Hebron, a Palestinian city. Friends of Yeshivat Shavei Hevron has contributed nearly £200,000 to the school from 2019 to 2024, according to the latest publicly available financial records from…
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Parents taken aback as children’s paper hedgehogs reveal pages from an adult-themed novel.
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Initially, the charming paper hedgehogs appeared to be a thoughtful initiative. An elderly man had fashioned these delightful figures from pages of donated books in order to raise funds for charity, distributing them to children in nearby shops. However, parents were taken aback when they discovered that some of these hedgehogs were created using the…
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NSPCC Self-Reports to Regulator Over Failure to Disclose Critical Childline Incidents
The NSPCC has self-reported to the charity regulator after acknowledging its failure to inform the police and local authorities about critical cases handled by Childline. An internal investigation revealed that, over a span of six months, 37 cases involving children deemed high-risk—encompassing reports of physical and sexual abuse, neglect, and suicidal ideation—were not communicated to…
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Approximately 400,000 children in the UK receive assistance from baby banks, marking an 11% increase from last year.
In 2025, baby banks in the UK provided support to 400,000 children, marking an 11% rise from the previous year. This surge has led charities to caution that they cannot sustain the effects of child poverty at such a scale without government intervention. Recent findings from the Baby Bank Alliance, established by Save the Children…
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The Stigma of Coerced Adoptions in the UK: A Collective Regret | Letters
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The issue of baby adoption practices during the 1960s and 70s has resurfaced as a significant topic of discussion, particularly following recent statements regarding the need for a formal apology from the UK government to those affected by forced adoptions. As a social worker specializing in adoption during that period, I witnessed the profound emotional…
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Youth Saves Two Individuals After They Tumble from Inflatable Boat Near Isle of Skye
A 15-year-old boy successfully rescued two men who had fallen from an inflatable boat near the Isle of Skye by navigating his own vessel to their aid, arriving ahead of the lifeboat service. On Saturday evening, Archie Law responded to the emergency when the UK coastguard received reports about two individuals struggling in the waters…
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Naomi Campbell Declared Ineligible to Lead Charity in Appeal Against Suspension
Naomi Campbell has been deemed unsuitable to oversee a charitable organization following allegations that she “completely abandoned” her duties as a trustee of her now-defunct Fashion for Relief initiative, as stated by the charity regulatory body. The Charity Commission informed a tribunal that Campbell, who is contesting a five-year prohibition from charity management, was “highly…
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Investigation reveals City & Guilds executives granted themselves substantial bonuses totaling millions.
An internal investigation has revealed that the top executives at City & Guilds, Kirstie Donnelly and Abid Ismail, awarded themselves substantial bonuses totaling nearly £3 million without the authorization or knowledge of their superiors. This finding came to light following a review of the organization’s operations after the £166 million sale of the vocational charity…
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Helen Mirren and Six Lionesses Awarded Distinctions in Celebration of King Charles’s Birthday
In the recent birthday honours conferred by King Charles, six members of the victorious Euro 2025 Lionesses have been awarded MBEs, while esteemed actress Dame Helen Mirren has been named a Companion of Honour for her contributions to drama. Among the honorees are former rugby league athlete Kevin Sinfield, who received a knighthood for his…