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“Decisions around the state pension triple lock carry huge political significance given the impact on a large proportion of the electorate. Over half of retirees derive the majority of their retirement income from the state pension*, so any changes to the triple lock will have a material impact on the day-to-day lives of millions of… Read more »
Long overdue legislation setting out the regulatory framework for physician assistants (PAs) and anaesthesia assistants (AAs) has been published today. Commenting on the legislation, Dr Michael Devlin, head of professional standards and liaison at the MDU said: “This important piece of legislation not only introduces much needed regulation for PAs and AAs, it will also be… Read more »
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David Cameron set out a timeline for three key Conservative policy publications during a press conference today. Attempting to seize the political initiative, Mr Cameron claimed the party had “set out a very clear definition of modern conservatism” at the annual conference last month. He said the party would attempt to build on these foundations… Read more »
Nearly a third of NHS and primary care trusts display an “inadequate financial performance” according to the Audit Commission. The review of the NHS Financial Year 2006/07 shows NHS finances have “improved markedly” with many trusts moving from an overall deficit of £547 million to a surplus of £515 million. However, 31 per cent have… Read more »
