A recent legal judgement in which an employee was awarded £65,000 compensation after an employer failed to make reasonable adjustments when her role was affected by menopause symptoms, illustrates the importance for GP practices of having a menopause policy in place for staff. The warning comes from the Medical Defence Union (MDU) HR partner Peninsula, which… Read more »
Environment Secretary Thérèse Coffey spoke of her support for shooting when she addressed guests at the Conservative Autumn Conference in Manchester this week. Addressing hundreds of guests at the Rural Reception, held jointly by BASC and the Angling Trust, Dr Coffey said: “This is one of the most important events of the week for me because it’s with… Read more »
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Bashing the banks might play well to the gallery, but we’ll need the City to drive Britain to recovery. By Mark Field MP Amidst feverish analysis of the size, scope and impact of the government’s chosen spending cuts, a fresh debate is emerging about the desirable blueprint for Britain’s economic future. Such is the near… Read more »
By Alex Stevenson and Ian Dunt George Osborne has defended himself against criticism of his spending cuts by insisting he will be just as affected as a normal member of the public. Appearing in front of the Treasury committee today, the chancellor also confirmed that the next Budget would be held on March 23rd next… Read more »