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Getting a kick out of reforms

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Tories feared that their reforms of Britain's national health service would prove unpopular and cost the Conservative Party support in the next election. Instead, waiting lists have shortened, childhood immunization is at an all-time high, and hospitals are handling more patients.

Conservative Party (United Kingdom), Medical policy, Health policy, National health insurance

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Seen but not heard

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The policy of denying television access to supporter of Irish Republican Army terrorists is undemocratic and problematic. By not allowing the terrorists side to speak out, the government is forcing them to get their point across with bombs instead.

Freedom of speech, Sinn Fein, Media coverage, Terrorists

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Words, not action

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British employment secretary Michael Howard issued a paper on trade union reform that promises no increases in spending. Unfortunately, his proposals are based mostly on rhetoric.

Employee training, Howard, Michael

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