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The Government’s 10 Year Health Plan – MDU response

Ahead of tomorrow’s launch of the Government’s long-awaited 10 Year Health Plan for the NHS, the Medical Defence Union (MDU) has responded to the details announced so far. Dr Matthew Lee, Chief Executive of the MDU, said: On the 10 Year Health Plan overall “This is a big moment for the NHS. Our members are… Read more »

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BASC welcomes sensible delay to muirburn licensing rollout

The British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC) has welcomed the Scottish Government’s decision to postpone the implementation of muirburn licensing. The government had planned to introduce a licensing scheme ahead of 15 September – the start of the new muirburn season. However, a range of organisations, including BASC, raised serious concerns about the readiness… Read more »

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CBI - 'Government must not scrap retirement age'
CBI – ‘Government must not scrap retirement age’

Employers are warning that plans to scrap the state retirement age could lead to a ‘costly surge’ in the number of employment tribunal cases. The Confederation of British Industry’s (CBI’s) director-general, Digby Jones issued the warning as Ministers are considering scrapping the current retirement age of 65 as part of a package of proposals on… Read more »

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Strikes end as postal deal reached
Strikes end as postal deal reached

A deal to end wildcat strikes by postal workers has been agreed following lengthy negotiations. A deal between the Communication Workers Union and the Royal Mail was reached in the early hours of Monday morning. The postal strikes, which started in London and spread throughout the country, led to long delays, the closure of post… Read more »