UK Launches 'Tours of Duty' to Modernize Public Services
To improve government efficiency, the UK will launch a "tours of duty" program inviting tech experts for 6–12 month stints, alongside a £100 million innovation fund for "test and learn" projects starting in January 2025 in Manchester, Sheffield, Essex, and Liverpool.
UK Launches 'Tours of Duty' to Modernize Public Services
To improve government efficiency, the UK will launch a "tours of duty" program inviting tech experts for 6–12 month stints, alongside a £100 million innovation fund for "test and learn" projects starting in January 2025 in Manchester, Sheffield, Essex, and Liverpool.
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Commercialization Concerns Prompt Juru Ban on Welcome to Country Ceremonies
The Juru people banned Welcome to Country ceremonies on their land due to commercialization; the federal government spent over \$45,000 on these ceremonies last year, with costs ranging from \$560 to \$10,500.
Commercialization Concerns Prompt Juru Ban on Welcome to Country Ceremonies
The Juru people banned Welcome to Country ceremonies on their land due to commercialization; the federal government spent over \$45,000 on these ceremonies last year, with costs ranging from \$560 to \$10,500.
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"UK Government to Reform Civil Service with Tech Focus and Innovation Fund"
"The UK government is reforming the civil service to improve efficiency by bringing in tech experts, simplifying recruitment, and launching a £100 million innovation fund to test new approaches in public services, starting with family support and temporary accommodation projects in four cities in Ja...
"UK Government to Reform Civil Service with Tech Focus and Innovation Fund"
"The UK government is reforming the civil service to improve efficiency by bringing in tech experts, simplifying recruitment, and launching a £100 million innovation fund to test new approaches in public services, starting with family support and temporary accommodation projects in four cities in Ja...
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UK Job Vacancies Plunge Amidst Autumn Budget Fallout
UK job vacancies plummeted in November 2023, falling to a 43.9 index reading (below 50 signals contraction) due to the Autumn Budget's increase in the National Minimum Wage and employer National Insurance contributions, impacting hiring decisions across various sectors.
UK Job Vacancies Plunge Amidst Autumn Budget Fallout
UK job vacancies plummeted in November 2023, falling to a 43.9 index reading (below 50 signals contraction) due to the Autumn Budget's increase in the National Minimum Wage and employer National Insurance contributions, impacting hiring decisions across various sectors.
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Cornish Couple Dies in Suicide Pact After Motor Neurone Disease Diagnosis
A 77-year-old wife and her 81-year-old husband died in a suicide pact in Cornwall on March 15, 2024, after she was diagnosed with rapidly progressing motor neurone disease; a coroner ruled their deaths were due to an insulin overdose.
Cornish Couple Dies in Suicide Pact After Motor Neurone Disease Diagnosis
A 77-year-old wife and her 81-year-old husband died in a suicide pact in Cornwall on March 15, 2024, after she was diagnosed with rapidly progressing motor neurone disease; a coroner ruled their deaths were due to an insulin overdose.
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Assad Ousted in Syria, Raising Concerns About Regional Stability
Syrian rebels ousted President Bashar al-Assad on Sunday, ending his family's 50-year rule in a swift offensive; Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner welcomed the news but stressed the need for a UN-backed political solution to ensure stability and civilian protection amid concerns about the influenc...
Assad Ousted in Syria, Raising Concerns About Regional Stability
Syrian rebels ousted President Bashar al-Assad on Sunday, ending his family's 50-year rule in a swift offensive; Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner welcomed the news but stressed the need for a UN-backed political solution to ensure stability and civilian protection amid concerns about the influenc...
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60% Bias Score
CSIRO Report: Renewables Remain Cheapest Electricity Option in Australia
A new CSIRO report confirms that renewable energy sources, particularly large-scale solar and battery storage, remain the lowest-cost option for new electricity generation in Australia, contradicting the opposition's plans for nuclear energy.
CSIRO Report: Renewables Remain Cheapest Electricity Option in Australia
A new CSIRO report confirms that renewable energy sources, particularly large-scale solar and battery storage, remain the lowest-cost option for new electricity generation in Australia, contradicting the opposition's plans for nuclear energy.
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Used EVs Outsell Petrol and Diesel Cars Amidst Price Drop
Used electric vehicles (EVs) sold in an average of 33 days in November, significantly faster than other fuel types due to lower prices under £18,000, offering exceptional value; this contrasts with the new EV market's relatively low demand.
Used EVs Outsell Petrol and Diesel Cars Amidst Price Drop
Used electric vehicles (EVs) sold in an average of 33 days in November, significantly faster than other fuel types due to lower prices under £18,000, offering exceptional value; this contrasts with the new EV market's relatively low demand.
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Poll Shows Keir Starmer's Approval Ratings Plummet
A new poll shows that only 4% of Britons view Keir Starmer as the best Prime Minister of the last 40 years, while Margaret Thatcher receives 33% support; this is even lower among Labour voters, at 9%, with concerns about his handling of the economy contributing to this negative sentiment, amid signs...
Poll Shows Keir Starmer's Approval Ratings Plummet
A new poll shows that only 4% of Britons view Keir Starmer as the best Prime Minister of the last 40 years, while Margaret Thatcher receives 33% support; this is even lower among Labour voters, at 9%, with concerns about his handling of the economy contributing to this negative sentiment, amid signs...
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Sydney Restaurant Owners Murdered: Son Charged
In Sydney, Australia, 69-year-old Hoa Tek Chiem and 68-year-old Heang Kim Gau, owners of Buzzy Bee's Burger House, were allegedly murdered by their son, Allan Chiem, 31, on November 30th, prompting a community outpouring of grief and remembrance due to the couple's known generosity.
Sydney Restaurant Owners Murdered: Son Charged
In Sydney, Australia, 69-year-old Hoa Tek Chiem and 68-year-old Heang Kim Gau, owners of Buzzy Bee's Burger House, were allegedly murdered by their son, Allan Chiem, 31, on November 30th, prompting a community outpouring of grief and remembrance due to the couple's known generosity.
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Assad Flees Syria as Rebels Capture Damascus
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has fled the country after rebels captured Damascus, ending his rule and prompting celebrations; Russia has urged all sides to avoid violence.
Assad Flees Syria as Rebels Capture Damascus
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has fled the country after rebels captured Damascus, ending his rule and prompting celebrations; Russia has urged all sides to avoid violence.
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RAF Bolsters North Sea Surveillance Amid Fears of Russian Pipeline Sabotage
Growing fears of Russian sabotage to the Langeled pipeline, which transports 42% of Britain's gas supply, have prompted the RAF to increase its marine surveillance squadron in Lossiemouth, Scotland, including the addition of nine US aircraft for the first time since the Cold War; this follows recent...
RAF Bolsters North Sea Surveillance Amid Fears of Russian Pipeline Sabotage
Growing fears of Russian sabotage to the Langeled pipeline, which transports 42% of Britain's gas supply, have prompted the RAF to increase its marine surveillance squadron in Lossiemouth, Scotland, including the addition of nine US aircraft for the first time since the Cold War; this follows recent...
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52% Bias Score