The recent farcical Russian elections are a reminder that democracy is a very precious gift from the past and requires eternal vigilance to maintain, especially in these strange times when a hard nationalist right seems to be drawn moth-like to the Putin flame.
Zoos are warning that post-Brexit legislation is hampering their efforts to protect endangered species.
‘Through this decision, Leeds Pride asserts its position as an advocate for inclusivity, striving to ensure that Pride celebrations remain a platform for equality.’
‘To be fair – margarine was a French invention… although they probably don’t know that…’
‘30p Lee is ignoring that there were 30 events all around the country and the Liverpool march was just one regional event.’
‘It’s no joke that nurse pay in the UK is joint bottom of 35 OECD countries.’
“I think £100,000 is a very good salary.”
The Welsh government says it will continue to press the UK government for the necessary funding to ensure “full and fair pay rises for public sector workers.”
‘Employment conditions for P&O Ferries agency crew have further deteriorated, fire and re-hire has not been banned and the government has continued to spend taxpayers’ money on P&O Ferries.’
‘Ministers who once seemed glad to applaud NHS staff should reflect on this terrible state of affairs.’
