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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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The communities secretary Hazel Blears has promised flood-hit areas they will receive sufficient support to rebuild. Visiting weather-torn areas in Sheffield, Ms Blears told reporters: “It is absolutely vital that the local authorities, who have been in the lead and have done some fantastic work, are supported by a complete cross-government effort, and we’ll be… Read more »
David Cameron has launched another push to change the image of his party after a month of backbench mutterings and open rebellion. Speaking at the Local Government Association’s (LGA) annual conference, Mr Cameron attempted to put social justice – traditionally a buzz-word of the left – at the heart of the Conservative agenda. He said:… Read more »
