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Peter Hain denies wrondoing in appointing Northern Ireland victims champion
Goldsmith to probe NI victims appointment

The attorney general has confirmed he will hold an inquiry into the appointment of a victim’s commissioner by Northern Ireland secretary Peter Hain. Lord Goldsmith was responding to a request by a judge, who earlier this month said the appointment of Bertha McDougall as interim commissioner in 2005 was motivated by “improper political purpose”. Mr… Read more »

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Tony Blair announces new funding for parenting classes
£4m pledged for parenting classes

The government has pledged £4 million to appoint 77 parenting experts to help families in disadvantaged areas bring up their children. Tony Blair said the “overwhelming majority of parents” would welcome outside help in dealing with problems with their children – and said the whole community would benefit. Parents would be encouraged to attend classes… Read more »