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Concessions offered on Iraq resolution
Concessions offered on Iraq resolution

The United States administration has offered the United Nations Security Council further concessions in its bid to end trade and economic sanctions against Iraq. After it became apparent that the UN would staunchly oppose the coalition’s initial draft resolution, the British and American government’s have redrafted the document to include a greater role for the… Read more »

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Blunkett promises corporate killing law
Blunkett promises corporate killing law

David Blunkett has confirmed plans to overhaul corporate manslaughter laws making it possible to hold companies responsible for deaths caused by their own negligence. The Home Secretary made the announcement in the House of Commons following an attempt by Labour backbencher, Andrew Dismore to have it included in the Criminal Justice Bill – it is… Read more »