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eGovMonitor - UK (10 unread)

February 03, 2012
11:06
UK Immigration: Open To Migrants But Only The "Best And The Brightest"
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Immigration Minister Damian Green has outlined his plans for the immigration system. He intends to create a sustainable and selective process that will encourage immigrants who will benefit Britain not just those who will benefit by Britain.
8:01
Mark Kennedy Scandal: Regulations On Undercover Agents Need Reviewing
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Undercover officer Mark Kennedy has been accused of ignoring instructions from his supervisors. He has also been accused of failing to keep his superiors in the loop about his intimate ties with environmental activists among whom he lived for seven years.
7:53
RCGP demand NHS forms are withdrawn, whilst Health Minister Simon Burns questions their change in stance
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Exerting further pressure on the government, the Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGPs) has demanded that the NHS bill be withdrawn.
6:33
EU Debt Crisis: Austerity measures fail as 15bn black hole is found in Greek economy
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International debt inspectors added salt to Greeces financial wounds when they announced that the debt-ridden country must find an extra 15 billion to plug a black hole they have uncovered in the economy.
5:58
Finance Minister Jane Hutt outlines strong plans for economic growth in Wales
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The Welsh government has outlined its commitment to the growth and prosperity of Welsh business and communities. According to Jane Hutt, the Welsh finance Minister, Welsh companies and localities will receive maximum economic and social benefits with the Wales Infrastructure Investment Plan (WIIP).
5:25
Housing Minister Grant Shapps announces £1bn cash boost for 'economically ambitious communities'
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With the view to improve the economy, ambitious communities with a vision for economic growth have been allocated £1 billion to establish localised projects and enhance their areas.
4:48
UK Economy: SME's Key To Economic Recovery
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Small businesses can play a vital role in future growth of the UK economy - but only if they get the finance they need says Tony Dolphin from the IPPR.
4:37
National Audit Office: Every £1 spend on Adult Apprenticeship brings £18 return
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According to auditors, adult apprenticeships prove to be a sound investment choice as they yield good returns. However, it must be noted that the returns are not as promising as the government claims.
4:33
HS2: The Right Project, in the Wrong Place
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The High Speed 2 (HS2) project has been criticised for spending eye watering sums of money during a time of minimal growth and Government austerity. Worse, it's badly targeted.
4:14
English physicians recognise benefits of healthcare IT, but more work needed
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The English health system is in flux, and its success in using healthcare IT to link hospitals and physicians will partly depend upon how the system responds to significant structural upheaval and stringent efficiency measures.