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Savings rate at ten year low
MPs call for action to restore savings confidence

A committee of MPs has sharply criticised the performance of the long-term savings industry, and called for action to improve consumer confidence. The Treasury Select Committee notes a widespread acceptance that there is a “damaging lack of consumer confidence in long-term savings”, this it says is “particularly worrying” given the importance of the £1,900 billion… Read more »

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Morris hopes for "fair and equitable framework"
Morris consults on human remains

The laws surrounding human remains held in UK museums, and claims for their repatriation, are the subject of a new Government consultation. Arts Minister Estelle Morris launched the paper, “Care of Historic Human Remains” today, inviting responses from museums, members of the public, and concerned groups. In July 2000 the UK and Australian Prime Ministers… Read more »