Archive of articles from 2007

Britain heading for obesity epidemic

A new report out today suggests Britain is heading for an obesity epidemic by 2050 unless action is taken.

The UK is heading toward an obesity epidemic according a new report released by government think tank Foresight today.

Older people getting 'poor deal from care homes'

Older people in Britain are paying up to £30,000 a year for a room in a care home and often do not know what they are paying for, according to a new study.

Ofsted annual report reveals positive results

The annual Ofsted report reveals positive advances in education, but warns of inequalities within the system.

The Ofsted annual report on the state of English schools released today paints a largely positive picture of education across the country.

European treaty referendum question won't go away

Calls for the referendum on the EU Treaty continued today after the foreign secretary faced the European Scrutiny Select Committee (ESSC) yesterday.

Brown defends NHS targets and EU treaty

NHS targets and the government's refusal to hold a referendum on the EU treaty come under fire this week at prime minister's questions.

In a more subdued prime minister's questions this week, Gordon Brown faced criticism over NHS targets and was forced once again to defend his stance on the EU treaty.

Huhne announces his intention to run

Chris Huhne launches his candidacy, saying he will fight to hand power back to individuals.

Chris Huhne is the first candidate to announce his intention to run for the Liberal Democrat leadership, following the resignation of Menzies Campbell on Monday night.

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