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95% of healthcare professionals responding to a Medical Defence Union (MDU) survey say they want political parties to include plans in their manifestos to support the health and wellbeing of the NHS workforce. Of the 613 doctors, dentists and dental care professionals responding to the MDU’s survey, three quarters (75%) also said they feel negative… Read more »
BASC has expressed significant concerns about a number of elements which will be looked at as part of a Scottish Government review of NatureScot’s species licensing functions. BASC Scotland director Peter Clark said the review into NatureScot’s current licensing approach had the potential to affect the balance between predator control and wildlife management. He said… Read more »
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Women are being put on the “mummy track”, preventing them from advancing to top jobs in public life, according to a report published today. The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) report, Sex and Power: who runs Britain?, reveals that women are still under represented in high profile positions. And despite ongoing efforts, the representation of women… Read more »
Scotland’s First Minister Jack McConnell has claimed future generations will thank those supporting a public smoking ban. In his traditional New Year statement, Mr McConnell highlighted plans to introduce a ban next year. He accepted that such a ban would be difficult to establish, but promised that 2005 represents a big chance to improve Scotland’s… Read more »
