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The overwhelming majority (80%) of respondents use social media, with 78% using it at least once a day, according to new research undertaken by the Medical Defence Union (MDU). The survey of 1,797 MDU members also revealed that the most popular channels were Facebook which is used by 75% followed by Instagram and YouTube which are… Read more »
The UK is conspicuously absent from the list of signatories to a statement published by the International Religious Freedom or Belief Alliance (IRFBA) that highlights the persecution of the non-religious and calls for their protection. IRFBA is a network of 38 countries committed to advancing freedom of religion or belief around the world with the Prime… Read more »
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The Metropolitan police commissioner has survived a vote of no confidence. A majority at the Metropolitan Police Authority (MPA) backed its embattled commissioner Sir Ian Blair, who has repeatedly resisted calls to resign. A jury at the Old Bailey ruled earlier this month that the Metropolitan police had put the public at risk on July… Read more »
Home information packs (Hips) will be rolled-out to all properties from December 14th, the government confirmed today. Currently only houses with three or more bedrooms are liable for the Hips, which include an energy performance certificate (EPC). After a staggered start, housing minister Yvette Cooper today confirmed all sellers will need a Hip before marketing… Read more »