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It has been reported by The Sunday Times that the Government is considering plans to remove the 50% admissions cap on new faith schools in England. This would mean that they would no longer have to offer a proportion of their places to children who do not follow their religion but would instead be able… Read more »
The Medical Defence Union (MDU) has appointed Dr Caroline Fryar as professional services director to lead the team guiding, supporting, and defending healthcare professionals with ethical and medico-legal issues. Dr Fryar has worked at the MDU for seventeen years in various roles, most recently as director of medical services. She was previously a GP. Caroline… Read more »
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A government shake-up of the UK Border Agency (UKBA) looks set to include £10,000 fines per illegal worker hired and the naming of companies employing them on a special website. Around 7,500 UKBA officers and staff throughout the country will be reorganised into 70-80 local immigration teams, with a 1,000 extra staff focused on enforcement…. Read more »
The barriers to British ratification of the Lisbon treaty continue to fall. The Lords voted for the treaty last night and this morning the high court has rejected moves by Tory MP Bill Cash to block ratification. Mr Cash had called for a judicial review because of the Irish no vote, but Mr Justice Collins… Read more »
