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Humanists UK is proud to announce the launch of the only UK-based dedicated helpline for so-called ‘apostates’ – people who leave high-control religions or cults. Reflecting a growing need in the UK, the move marks a significant expansion of Humanists UK’s long-standing ‘Faith to Faithless’ support programme. Recognising the highly specific and often harrowing issues… Read more »
Responding to recently announced proposals by the Department of Health and Social Care on provisional registration for overseas-qualified dentists, John Makin, head of the Dental Defence Union (DDU), said: “It’s important that the GDC makes the process of registration for colleagues who qualified overseas as smooth as possible while discharging its key duty, that of ensuring patient… 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 »