Tag #Privatization

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Massive Seville Protest Condemns Andalusian Healthcare Cuts

Thousands protested against Andalusian healthcare cuts in Seville on April 5th, 2024, criticizing unmet agreements and alleged prioritization of private healthcare, with opposition party leaders participating.

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Good Health and Well-being
theguardian.com
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England's Sewage Pollution Increases Despite Increased Spending

In 2024, English water companies discharged raw sewage into rivers and coastal waters for 3.62 million hours, a slight increase from the previous year; this pollution affected even the most environmentally protected areas, despite water bill increases aimed at infrastructure upgrades.

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Clean Water and Sanitation
kathimerini.gr
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Greek Business Sales Surge €15.5 Billion in 2024

Driven by consumption, high prices, and inflation, Greek businesses saw a €15.5 billion sales increase in 2024; real estate management, retail, and hospitality led the growth, while the energy sector experienced a €6.01 billion decline.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Amtrak CEO Resigns Amidst Privatization Calls and White House Pressure

Amtrak CEO Stephen Gardner resigned this week, reportedly at President Trump's request, following criticism of Amtrak's operations and a proposal to privatize the company; Amtrak reported record ridership and revenue in 2024.

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mk.ru
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Russia Forecasts Slower Economic Growth Amidst Sanctions and Rare Earth Import Reduction

At a recent Russian Business Council meeting, government officials projected a decrease in rare earth metal imports and economic growth of 2-2.5%, while business leaders expressed reservations about domestic resource development. President Putin emphasized that sanctions would persist and that Weste...

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
thetimes.com
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Thames Water's Crisis: Underinvestment and Regulatory Failure

A documentary reveals Thames Water's crumbling infrastructure and repeated pollution fines due to years of underinvestment, highlighting the failure of privatization and regulation.

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Clean Water and Sanitation
foxnews.com
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Wisconsin Superintendent's Re-election Bid Highlights School Choice Debate

Wisconsin Superintendent Jill Underly, running for re-election, seeks to eliminate the state's school choice program, citing its high cost and financial strain on public schools; her opponent, Brittany Kinser, supports school choice, emphasizing parental choice and diverse learning options.

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Quality Education
cnn.com
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DeJoy Resigns as Postmaster General Amid Privatization Calls

Louis DeJoy resigned as US Postmaster General on Monday, leaving the agency facing calls for privatization and potential merger with the Department of Commerce; his tenure saw cost-cutting measures, including staff reductions and postage rate increases, amid ongoing reorganization.

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Musk and Trump's Assault on Social Security

Elon Musk and Donald Trump are leading efforts to cut Social Security spending by $880 billion, potentially raising the retirement age and reducing benefits, despite public denials; this is part of a broader plan to offset tax cuts for the wealthy.

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No Poverty
theguardian.com
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Thames Water's Financial Crisis: Mismanagement, Sewage Discharges, and a Proposed Bill Hike

Thames Water, facing a £15bn debt and potential insolvency by June 2025, proposes a 53% customer bill hike to address years of mismanagement resulting in sewage discharges into rivers and £2.7bn in dividends paid between 2006 and 2017, prompting public scrutiny and calls for stronger regulatory over...

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Clean Water and Sanitation
theglobeandmail.com
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Thames Water Wins Debt Lifeline Appeal, but Challenges Remain

Britain's largest water supplier, Thames Water, secured a £3 billion debt lifeline after appeals were dismissed, avoiding immediate state intervention but facing continued challenges over high interest rates (9.75 percent), environmental mismanagement, and public backlash.

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Clean Water and Sanitation
forbes.com
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DeJoy Agrees to DOGE Review of USPS, Potentially Presaging Major Changes

Postmaster General Louis DeJoy signed a deal with Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency to review the U.S. Postal Service for potential cuts, potentially leading to major changes amid reports that Trump wants to overhaul the agency.

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Reduced Inequality

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