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www.france24.com
1 month ago
France news

French public deficit rises to 5.5% of GDP, says statistics agency INSEE

France's public sector budget deficit widened in 2023 to 5.5% of GDP, surpassing the government's target of 4.9%
The government plans to implement additional budget cuts this year to meet a deficit target of 4.1% in 2024. [ more ]
NewsChain
2 months ago
EU data protection

West Midlands police commissioner wins legal challenge against powers transfer

Simon Foster won a High Court challenge against Government plans to transfer his powers to the region's mayor.
The Home Office's consultation lacked sufficient information according to the judge's ruling, leading to the decision favoring Simon Foster. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
UK politics

An appalling direction': UK activists criticise plans to redefine extremism

Various veterans criticize government's plans to broaden the definition of extremism, concerned about implications for causes including anti-apartheid activism and hunting.
Concerns arise from both Labour and Conservative sides that the proposed definition could encompass groups like anti-abortion activists, leading to a potential backlash. [ more ]
Axios
3 months ago
Public health

Why health insurers suddenly want sicker patients

Insurers are expected to generate billions in profit from the dual eligible population, despite their expensive health care needs.
Insurance plans' government segment is projected to be 65% more profitable than the commercial segment by 2027. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Post Office hero Alan Bates hails new law to quash postmaster convictions

Former subpostmaster Alan Bates, who fought for justice for victims of the Horizon IT scandal, welcomes new government plans to exonerate them.
The government has also announced an upfront payment of £75,000 in compensation for affected victims. [ more ]
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