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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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The opportunities brought by the expenses scandal aftermath also carry risks – and Labour’s Natascha Engel is taking a big gamble. By Alex Stevenson It’s no exaggerating to say her role as the first ever chair of the newly created Commons backbench business committee is historic. For centuries the government has decided what topics are… Read more »
