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‘Pablo Escobar of eggs’ will not be extradited to Brazil on human rights grounds

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Rare egg smuggler dubbed ‘Pablo Escobar of eggs’ will not be sent to serve time in Brazil as magistrate rules South American country’s jails are so bad it would breach his human rights Jeffrey Lendrum fled justice in Brazil after he was convicted for trying to traffic endangered falcon eggs from São Paulo to South Africa … Read more

What are your rights if you’ve already booked a holiday in 2020?

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Holidaymakers were yesterday told to avoid all but essential travel outside of Britain for 30 days.  It means that many Easter getaway plans that were already looking precarious are now off the table entirely.  Here, Money Mail talks you through everything you need to know if you were due to go away in the next … Read more

Can I claim a full refund if coronavirus cancels my holiday? Your rights explained

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From midnight on Monday, the United States will become the latest nation to extend travel restrictions on British nationals, amid the continuing coronavirus pandemic. The situation will doubtless be of concern not only to those who are currently abroad in affected countries, but also those planning a trip in coming weeks. According to ABTA, a trade … Read more

Russia hired British politicians to ‘go after’ enemies of Vladimir Putin claims rights campaigner

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Russia hired British politicians to ‘go after’ enemies of Vladimir Putin claims human rights campaigner in astonishing secret evidence to MPs Bill Browder made explosive allegations to intelligence and security committee Claimed Moscow ‘infiltrated’ UK society using well-paid British intermediaries Included Labour and Tory politicians, former intelligence officers and diplomats  By Larisa Brown Defence Editor … Read more

The four rows that could sink EU deal: Fishing rights, Euro courts, goods and trade deal legalities

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The FOUR rows that could sink EU trade deal: Britain and the EU warn of ‘serious’ and ‘significant’ differences that could sink post-Brexit negotiations Chief negotiator David Frost is in Brussels for the first round of EU negotiations He and Michel Barnier have warned of ‘serious’ and ‘significant’ differences  Both sides have agreed to try … Read more

UK ready to QUIT European Convention on Human Rights

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UK ready to QUIT European Convention on Human Rights which has blocked deportation of dangerous foreign criminals, setting up row with the EU and within Tory ranks Government source says that the UK ‘ill uphold human rights in our way’  Dominic Cummings last year branded current system ‘absolutely f***ing mad’  The convention is currently enshrined … Read more

Margaret Atwood claims climate crisis and rights of women are ‘very connected’

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Author Margaret Atwood brands people who ignore the climate crisis ‘sexist’ – and claims women’s rights and environmental issues are ‘very connected’ Margaret Atwood, 80, says women’s rights and climate change ‘very connected’  Claims those who want to suppress women also often deny the climate crisis Credits climate activists such as Greta Thunberg with spearheading movement  By Monica … Read more

What will Brexit Day mean for your finances and rights? This is Money podcast

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What will Brexit Day mean for your finances, consumer rights and trips abroad? This is Money podcast By This Is Money Published: 17:34 GMT, 31 January 2020 | Updated: 10:23 GMT, 4 February 2020 It’s Brexit Day. After 11pm on Friday 31 January 2019, Britain is officially no longer a member of the European Union. … Read more

Hipgnosis hits right note with Emile Haynie song rights deal

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Music investment fund Hipgnosis hits right note as it signs song rights deal with US hit-maker Emile Haynie By Daily Mail City & Finance Reporter Published: 21:51 BST, 9 January 2020 | Updated: 21:51 BST, 9 January 2020 Emile Haynie’s catalogue includes number-one hits by Adele, Bruno Mars and Lana Del Rey (pictured) Music investment … Read more