The Tasmanian government has proposed changes to the state's planning laws that are striking a chord of discontent among local councils and advocacy groups. The core of the controversy is the establishment of Development Assessment Panels (DAPs), which would centralize planning authority at
The UK retail sector is bracing for a potentially turbulent end to the year as the government contemplates tax hikes that could drastically impact consumer spending during the crucial Golden Quarter. A recent survey conducted by RSM UK paints a grim picture: 42% of consumers and 45% of families are
Turkey under President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has been witnessing a marked decline in internet freedom, raising alarms among civil liberties advocates and international watchdogs. The Erdogan administration's strategies to curb digital freedoms encompass a range of legislative and regulatory
The recent amendments to Western Australia's Environmental Protection Act are drawing sharp lines between the state government and environmental advocates. While the government touts these changes as a means to expedite industrial projects and reduce bureaucratic delays, critics fear the
In an effort to ensure a secure and orderly election process in Michigan, Attorney General Dana Nessel has released a comprehensive 14-page document detailing specific procedures for law enforcement and election workers. The guidance addresses new voting laws, ballot drop box security, firearm
With a significant shift in France's political landscape, the new right-wing government, led by Prime Minister Michel Barnier, has announced a stringent new immigration law set to be introduced in early 2025. This upcoming legislation signals a major turn in France's approach to
