British Isles
Survey reveals more medical students against abortions
A recent survey has revealed that growing numbers of medical students are opposed to carrying out abortions. The study, published in the Journal of Medical Ethics, found that almost a third of students would not perform…
‘UK clothes stores exploit women’ says charity
Thousands of women producing clothes for UK brands are working 14 hours a day for poverty pay in Bangladesh.This accusation comes from the charity War on Want in new research launched as the People newspaper publishes…
Archbishop fears impact of welfare cuts on families
The head of the Roman Catholic Church in England has warned that vulnerable families may be hit worst by the Government’s welfare cuts. The Archbishop of Westminster, the Most Rev Vincent Nichols, outlined his concerns in…
GMC and Medical Defence Union endorse 'tactful' offers of prayer by GPs
GMC and Medical Defence Union endorse 'tactful' offers of prayer by GPs The GP magazine Pulse reports in an exclusive this week on new guidance from the Medical Defence Union saying that GPs can pray with…