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Humanists UK today welcomes the introduction of a private member’s bill on assisted dying by Kim Leadbeater MP, calling it a historic once in a generation opportunity for choice and dignity. Andrew Copson, Chief Executive of Humanists UK, said: ‘Today marks the historic first step in a journey that should lead to one of the… Read more »
Responding to the launch of the Cairngorms Capercaillie Emergency Plan, BASC Scotland director, Peter Clark said: “The Cairngorms stands as the final bastion for capercaillie in the UK and efforts must be made to protect this iconic species. “BASC has played its part in supporting this important conservation effort, including making a financial contribution of… Read more »
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Patients faced with “undue delay” on the NHS can go abroad for treatment and have the taxpayer pick up the bill, the European Court ruled today. The judges made the decision in the case brought by Yvonne Watts, 74, who spent £3,900 on a hip operation in France after being told to wait up to… Read more »
Hundreds of nurses descended on Westminster today in protest about NHS deficits and job cuts across the health service. The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) is concerned that, as hospitals cut back on services and staff to deal with nationwide deficits of more than £600 million, patient care will suffer. The government has rejected this… Read more »
