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The Health and Social Care Committee’s report on assisted dying has been published today. Humanists UK has welcomed the evidence-based nature of the report, but expressed disappointment that the committee missed the opportunity to draw firm conclusions or recommend specific changes to the law. Although the report does not make any recommendations for or against legislative… Read more »
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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The Prime Minister has dismissed claims that tough new anti-terror laws will scaremonger voters into backing Labour at the next election. The Government in the Queen’s Speech on Tuesday set out its legislative programme for the next session of parliament, in which security and the fight against terror played a pivotal role. Her Majesty unveiled… Read more »
Tony Blair and Michael Howard have clashed in the Commons over the Government’s record on policy delivery. In the post-Queen’s Speech debate, Mr Howard accused Labour of failing to deliver improvements, whilst the Prime Minister sought to contrast the parties’ record in government. Commending the Government’s legislative programme to the House, Mr Blair told MPs… Read more »
