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The Government’s 10 Year Health Plan – MDU response

Ahead of tomorrow’s launch of the Government’s long-awaited 10 Year Health Plan for the NHS, the Medical Defence Union (MDU) has responded to the details announced so far. Dr Matthew Lee, Chief Executive of the MDU, said: On the 10 Year Health Plan overall “This is a big moment for the NHS. Our members are… Read more »

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BASC welcomes sensible delay to muirburn licensing rollout

The British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC) has welcomed the Scottish Government’s decision to postpone the implementation of muirburn licensing. The government had planned to introduce a licensing scheme ahead of 15 September – the start of the new muirburn season. However, a range of organisations, including BASC, raised serious concerns about the readiness… Read more »

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Tories say train fare hikes are to cut overcrowding
Train fares rise ‘to ease overcrowding’

The Conservatives have accused the government of increasing train fares to cut overcrowding on Britain’s railways. From today, government regulated fares, which include season tickets, will go up by an average of 4.3 per cent, while some unregulated fares, including day returns and open tickets, are up by more than seven per cent. The Association… Read more »

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MagLev trains are among the projects being considered by the Tories
Tories back high-speed rail lines

The Conservatives are backing detailed studies into three major potential rail projects, including the Maglev ‘levitating’ train and a high-speed north-south rail line. Shadow transport secretary Chris Grayling said that although he accepted the need for short-term projects, such as cutting congestion on certain roads, Britain’s long-term transport needs may require some new major infrastructure… Read more »