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MDU calls for government action on violence against healthcare workers

The Medical Defence Union (MDU) is calling on the government to take concerted action to prevent and reduce violence against healthcare staff. In an article published in the MDU journal, which examines cases reported by members, the UK’s leading medical defence organisation found that only a handful of doctors and other healthcare professionals seek advice each… Read more »

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New Finance Bill means 20 new taxes since 2000

The new Finance Bill published today introduces two new taxes, taking the total number of taxes introduced this century to 20. Apart from two one-off levies, none of these or any other taxes have been abolished over this period. The two new taxes in the new Finance Bill are: A Residential Property Developer Tax (RPDT)… Read more »

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Zac Goldsmith threat to quit

By Richard Chidwick Zac Goldsmith has threatened to quit as an MP before he is even elected. The Conservative candidate for Richmond says he would force a by-election if his campaign promises are not fulfilled. Mr Goldmsith, who ran the Ecologist magazine, said he will resign as an MP, if elected, if David Cameron performs… Read more »