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Redefining communication in local government and public sectors
There is a need for efficient communication in local governments and public sectors with staff, the public and other organisations. Here's how to attain this.
Nikolina Angelkova discusses the uncapped tourism potential in Bulgaria
Nikolina Angelkova, former Tourism Minister for Bulgaria, speaks with Open Access Government about Bulgaria and Southeastern Europe's uncapped tourism potential.
Will there be a general strike?
With inflation soaring and wages stagnating, trade unions are threatening mass industrial action in the form of a general strike.
COP27: Urban transformation and sustainable cities
Experts from the urban and the climate communities discussed action plans to reach more sustainable cities in an initiative workshop for COP27.
What policies and practices are needed to support Levelling Up?
Three years since the phrase Levelling Up was first coined as the slogan to symbolise Boris Johnson’s plans to spread opportunity in left-behind parts...
Another Cold War: EU to cut gas use by 15%
EU to cut gas use by 15% in response to Putin's weaponisation of energy exports - moving one step closer to reducing dependency on Russian energy.
Russian disinformation tackled by new website laws in the UK
New UK laws will require social networks and websites to look for and remove Russian disinformation, including a new criminal offence of 'foreign interference'.
Run up to COP27: recognising the importance of Indigenous leaders
COP26 President Alok Sharma to visit Australia and meet with Indigenous leaders and representatives to discuss climate action in preparation for COP27.
Online Safety Bill delay should not halt safeguarding
Why the delay to the Online Safety Bill should not halt organisations efforts in safeguarding minors on the web.
The 4.5% NHS pay rise works out at a loss for workers
More than one million staff are to receive the NHS pay rise of at least £1,400 – with the lowest earners getting up to 9.3% in England.
How will Brexit policy affect your diet?
Brexit policy is to affect micronutrient food supplies in the UK, where foods imports will become harder to access due to trade deals.
Sri Lanka protests prompt a state of emergency following an economic crisis
Sri Lanka protests have ousted President Rajapaksa over disputes of the worst economic crisis the country has faced since gaining independence.
Who is the favourite to be next Prime Minister?
With Boris Johnson having reluctantly resigned as Prime Minister, the question on everyone's lips is: who will be the next Prime Minister?
Boris Johnson resigns as leader of the Conservative Party, what’s next?
69% agree Boris Johnson should resign as leader of the Conservative Party – but after 48 hours and 50 resignations, the Prime Minister has not left without a struggle.
Cabinet resignation: 27 people leave Boris Johnson’s government
In a huge blow to Boris Johnson’s government, ministers, parliamentary private secretaries, and more have begun a mass cabinet resignation. What’s next?
The UK Government has rejected gender neutral toilets in public buildings
The UK Government has announced its plan to place separate male and female toilets in all new public buildings – forgoing gender neutral toilets to protect women.
First NATO summit since Russia Ukraine war
Allies promise to back Ukraine at first NATO summit since Russia invaded Ukraine, but this is not enough to stop Putin.
Will Nicola Sturgeon secure another Scottish independence referendum?
Sturgeon says she wants to hold a second Scottish independence referendum on 19 October 2023 but it's not certain she will get what she wants.
Lighting the way to safer streets in the UK
Safer streets can be achieved with better lighting solutions across the UK, where reductions in crime can be visibly seen in local areas with improved schemes.
‘Benevolent sexism’ behind support for restrictive abortion legislation
When it comes to overturning Roe V. Wade, less than 15% of people support fully restrictive abortion legislation - with traditional gender role attitudes as a predictive factor.
