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The overwhelming majority (80%) of respondents use social media, with 78% using it at least once a day, according to new research undertaken by the Medical Defence Union (MDU). The survey of 1,797 MDU members also revealed that the most popular channels were Facebook which is used by 75% followed by Instagram and YouTube which are… Read more »
The UK is conspicuously absent from the list of signatories to a statement published by the International Religious Freedom or Belief Alliance (IRFBA) that highlights the persecution of the non-religious and calls for their protection. IRFBA is a network of 38 countries committed to advancing freedom of religion or belief around the world with the Prime… Read more »
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Water bills could rise by an average of 31 per cent if companies have their plans for investment confirmed by the regulator. The water regulator, Ofwat, announced that it has received the business plans from water companies that set out their expenditure plans for between 2005 and 2010. If the water companies’ proposals are accepted… Read more »
Postal and council workers down tools today in a 24-hour strike over London weighting allowances. The industrial action by up to 60,000 local government employees and 30,000 Royal Mail workers will affect postal deliveries and local services including school meals and rubbish collection. It is estimated the strike at Royal Mail will cost the firm… Read more »
