Archive: 2025 / 04 - Page 6
Celebrating World Autism Understanding Day: Murdoch University's Push for Inclusion and Equity
Posted by Daxton LeMans On 2 Apr, 2025 Comments (0)
Murdoch University is making strides on World Autism Understanding Day by emphasizing 'acceptance' over mere 'awareness'. Through their 'Step Up for Autism' program and yoga-based interventions, they are creating pathways for autistic children to thrive in inclusive environments. The university's ongoing commitment to neurodiversity is evident in their proactive policy development and community engagement.
Patriots for Europe Emerges as EU Parliament's Third-Largest Group Under Jordan Bardella's Leadership
Posted by Daxton LeMans On 1 Apr, 2025 Comments (0)
The newly-formed Patriots for Europe group catapults to being the European Parliament's third-largest political bloc with 84 Members of European Parliament from 13 national parties. Led by Jordan Bardella, the group is rooted in far-right ideologies advocating for national sovereignty and opposing EU federalism. It displaces Renew Europe and faces potential isolation despite its growing influence.
Major Changes in Welfare: Universal Credit and PIP Alterations in Spring Statement 2025
Posted by Daxton LeMans On 1 Apr, 2025 Comments (0)
Big changes are coming to the UK welfare system as confirmed in the Spring Statement 2025. The government plans to tighten eligibility for Personal Independence Payments and adjust Universal Credit benefits, aiming to save £4.8bn by 2030. However, these changes could affect 800,000 people who may lose out on PIP support. There's also an increase in the National Minimum Wage, but critics caution these moves may lead to more people falling into poverty.
