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The Flexible After Fifty report calls for greater flexible working support for people over age 50 to be more active in the workforce

A new report from the 50+ Choices Roundtable shows how businesses, older workers and the wider UK economy would all benefit from employers and government prioritising greater flexibility in the workplace. The Flexible After Fifty report, from the members of the 50+ Choices Roundtable, shows that nearly three quarters (72%) of over-50s are seeking flexible… Read more »

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MDU welcomes GMC apology over historic homophobic laws

Today the GMC has issued a formal apology for taking regulatory action against a number of doctors because they had convictions based on sexuality. The GMC has said it is ‘truly sorry’ for compounding the harm caused by homophobic laws and attitudes, that were in place into the 1980s and beyond. Reacting to the news, Dr Caroline… Read more »

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RMT weakens links with Labour

The RMT union has voted overwhelmingly to reduce by half its funding for the Labour Party, and authorize branches to support other political candidates. The decision is highly symbolic and marks a further cooling of relationships between the Labour Party and the main unions. Though lessening the funding was considered by UNISON among others, most… Read more »

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Gun attack mars Middle East peace talks
Gun attack mars Middle East peace talks

Violence on the West Bank has marred the start of peace talks between Israeli prime minister Ariel Sharon and his Palestinian counterpart Mahmoud Abbas. However, despite the killing of a Palestinian gunman who attacked an Israeli military check point, the two leaders seemed determined to forge ahead with the so-called roadmap to peace. “Every day… Read more »