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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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Funds meant for tackling long-term health problems are being spent on filling gaps elsewhere in the NHS, public health experts have warned. Projects targeted at reducing obesity rates, smoking and improving sexual health are due to receive £211 million extra funding this year. But the Association of Directors of Public Health (ADPH) said the money… Read more »
Adult learning courses across the country could be closed because of the government’s focus on “skills and employability”, a group of MPs has warned. The latest further education report condemned Alan Johnson for his “grossly over-simplified” approach which has led to a number of higher education institutions shutting courses down. Chairman of the Labour dominated… Read more »
