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Universities ‘illegally hitting disabled students with extra housing costs’

Universities ‘illegally hitting disabled students with extra housing costs’

Exclusive: Students told openDemocracy of receiving unfair charges for adapted rooms or for carers’ accommodation
Francesca Hughes 09 Nov 2022
The National Security Bill falls under the remit of the home secretary, Suella Braverman

Journalism is at risk from the National Security Bill. We’re fighting back

The new UK secrecy legislation threatens democracy. We’ve joined forces with other journalists to sound the alarm
Martin Bright 08 Nov 2022
King Charles accused of helping BP ‘greenwash’ its image with royal seal

King Charles accused of helping BP ‘greenwash’ its image with royal seal

The oil giant was recognised by the Sustainable Markets Initiative – despite missing out on top sustainability score
Dimitris Dimitriadis, Ben Webster 04 Nov 2022
Hundreds of scientists urge COP27 PR agency to drop fossil fuel clients

Hundreds of scientists urge COP27 PR agency to drop fossil fuel clients

US firm Hill+Knowlton is helping Egypt organise this week’s UN climate conference – while representing oil giants
Ben Webster 04 Nov 2022
Tory MP facing suspension after openDemocracy reveals lobbying scandal

Tory MP facing suspension after openDemocracy reveals lobbying scandal

Andrew Bridgen failed to declare his interests when lobbying on behalf of UK timber company Mere Plantations
Jenna Corderoy 03 Nov 2022

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