Mobility

The Power and the Majesty of Social Care Reform

Patrick Stannah | Posted 10.05.2013 | UK Politics
Patrick Stannah

Reform of adult social care has been in the political limelight for many years. This latest announcement makes a firm and very welcome commitment to addressing an age-old issue - but it also opens a floodgate of challenges and fierce debate which will test our government to the limit.

The Death of Childhood

Emily Buchanan | Posted 01.05.2013 | UK Lifestyle
Emily Buchanan

At a time when we desperately need children to be environmentally educated, their understanding of biodiversity is being outsourced to digital media. To deprive them of the innocence of outdoor play is to jeopardise the fragile future of our environment.

How Things Are Moving for Professional Mobility

European Parliament Web Team | Posted 23.03.2013 | UK Politics
European Parliament Web Team

Freedom of movement is one of the EU's fundamental rights; however professional mobility is being held back by the lack of simple and clear rules governing the recognition of qualifications.

The Summer of Sport a Turning Point in British Work Culture?

Peter Boucher | Posted 13.11.2012 | UK Lifestyle
Peter Boucher

As this fantastic sporting summer draws to a close, there has been a lot of talk about legacies. As well as lifting the public mood and, hopefully, bringing about a "fitter" nation, this summer's sporting events may have also had a dramatic impact on the business world.

For Each Individual Denied The Correct Wheelchair, That's A Person That Cannot Fulfill Their Potential

George Fielding | Posted 06.11.2012 | UK Politics
George Fielding

Hats off to Lord Coe and Sir Philip Craven, London 2012 has been a sporting triumph but as an objective to make day to day life for disabled people that little bit easier, we've got a way to go. When the athletes leave the stadium and courts, and the applause has died down - it's up to all of us to pick up the baton and champion the rights of disabled people for every day inclusion.

Private Schools vs State Schools: A Student's Riposte to Murray and O'Farrell

Tom Davies | Posted 30.09.2012 | UK Universities & Education
Tom Davies

At present, state education does not match up to private schools in terms of academic provision. Until they do, parents who are lucky enough to be able to make the choice must make a value judgment. However, once you've made your choice, don't let your decision distort your take on reality à la Murray and O'Farrell.

New Badges To Crackdown On Disabled Parking Abuse

PA | Posted 30.12.2011 | UK

Measures to crack down on drivers who abuse the disabled parking system will come into force from 1 January, the government announced today. They w...