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It has been reported by The Sunday Times that the Government is considering plans to remove the 50% admissions cap on new faith schools in England. This would mean that they would no longer have to offer a proportion of their places to children who do not follow their religion but would instead be able… Read more »
The Medical Defence Union (MDU) has appointed Dr Caroline Fryar as professional services director to lead the team guiding, supporting, and defending healthcare professionals with ethical and medico-legal issues. Dr Fryar has worked at the MDU for seventeen years in various roles, most recently as director of medical services. She was previously a GP. Caroline… Read more »
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The Scottish Deputy Health Minister has launched a blueprint designed to reduce smoking in Scotland. The strategy, entitled ‘A breath of fresh air for Scotland’, is the first time that Scotland has a specific programme separate from the overall UK policies. It promises an additional £4mn to stop Scots smoking; consultation on smoking in public… Read more »
The Prime Minister has insisted that a final decision has not been taken on the Home Office’s controversial proposals for levying an extra £5 from speeding fines to support victims of crime. Speaking on a phone-in on LBC radio this morning, Mr Blair promised to listen to the public’s views on the plans, but he… Read more »
