28 April 2016 Freedom of Speech Have we lost the understanding of what this means? by Lynda Goetz Free speech is generally understood to be fundamental in a democracy. It has been enshrined in international and regional human rights law, although it has a long history which predates such legislation. Most would probably consider ancient… Continue reading Issue 51: Freedom of Speech (Lynda Goetz)
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Issue 44: 2016 03 10: Week in Brief: UK
10 March 2016 Week in Brief: UK CANCER VACCINE: Scientists at King’s College London and the Biomedical Research Centre at Guy’s and St. Thomas’s NHS Trust have developed a vaccine that may eradicate cancer. The vaccine works by introducing the immune system to a small piece of a biological threat so that it could recognise… Continue reading Issue 44: 2016 03 10: Week in Brief: UK
Issue 8: 2015 06 25: UK News
25 June 2015 Week in Brief: UK NEWS WAGES: According to figures published by the Office of National Statistics, the rate of increase in wages has now climbed to 2.7% per annum, the highest level since 2007. Private sector wages are rising at 3.3% and wages in the public sector are rising at 0.3%. Although unemployment… Continue reading Issue 8: 2015 06 25: UK News
Issue 7: 2015 06 18: Week in Brief: UK News
18 June 2015 Week in Brief: UK NEWS LABOUR LEADERSHIP: Alastair Campbell has indicated that he will not back anyone for the leadership of the Labour Party but will “happily lead the charge” against the new leader if he or she fails to perform. Following the nomination process, the shortlist is Andy Burnham, Yvette Cooper,… Continue reading Issue 7: 2015 06 18: Week in Brief: UK News
