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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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By Doireann Ronayne Bankruptcy applications can now be made online or through the post, according to a government announcement today. Previously, applications could only be submitted in court, which acted as a deterrent for individuals in debt. “Many people delay making a petition for bankruptcy because they do not want to appear in court –… Read more »
By Alex Stevenson The government will formally take over the east coast mainline from National Express this weekend. At 23:59 GMT this evening Directly Operated Railways, the Department for Transport (DfT) subsidiary, will take over control of the mainline from the struggling private firm. National Express is suffering from debt worth £1.1 billion and is… Read more »
