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 politics.co.uk staff Frustration with the limited amount of time given to the academies bill is likely to reach a climax tonight as MPs vote through a huge shake-up for Britain’s schools. Under education secretary Michael Gove’s plans all schools will be given the option to become academies, ending their control by local authorities. The… Read more »
By Alex Stevenson The number of volunteer police officers could quadruple under government plans outlined this afternoon. Home secretary Theresa May said the Home Office was launching a “very radical programme” as it published its consultation on police reform. It comes amid widespread expectation that the 25% departmental budget cuts outlined in the emergency Budget… Read more »
