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The Medical Defence Union (MDU) welcomed news that the personal injury discount rate (PIDR) in England and Wales has been increased, potentially saving millions of pounds in the costs of compensation payments. Following a review, the Lord Chancellor Shabana Mahmood MP has determined that, with effect from 11 January 2025, the PIDR in England and Wales… Read more »
The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill has passed its Second Reading. This is the first time in history that the House of Commons has voted in favour of the principle of assisted dying for the terminally ill. Andrew Copson, Chief Executive of Humanists UK, said: ‘Parliament has taken a historic first step to… Read more »
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By Ian Dunt David Cameron is attending his first Brussels summit as all eyes turn to Spain, with fears that it could be the next country to require a bailout. The new prime minister cut a surprisingly warm and amiable tone in Europe, despite widespread fears among European leaders of a Conservative government. “You’ll see… Read more »
By politics.co.uk staff David Cameron welcomed Margaret Thatcher back to Downing Street today in an attempt to calm right-wing jitters about the coalition. The two met outside Baroness Thatcher’s home for 11 years, and then proceeded inside for a meeting. Mr Cameron said it was “great” to have her back. The meeting comes amid rumours… Read more »
