The crisis in Syria
The international community is currently divided on how to deal with the escalating violence in Syria, after reports that chemical weapons have been used against civilians. At the end of … Read
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The international community is currently divided on how to deal with the escalating violence in Syria, after reports that chemical weapons have been used against civilians. At the end of … Read
Skills in areas such as science, technology and engineering are seen as vital to a thriving economy. We take a look at how many engineering graduates the UK produces each year — and whether India really is streaking ahead. Read
Europe
David Cameron says that a future Conservative government would seek to restrict the benefits available to EU migrants. Meanwhile the Daily Telegraph suggested that Eastern Europeans have become an increasingly heavy burden on the taxpayer. Is this the case? Read
Last week MPs voted against a possible military intervention in Syria. Today, rejecting calls for another debate, the Prime Minister focused on the UK's humanitarian efforts. Are we the "second biggest" donor of international aid? Read
Education
It's the first day of school and concerns over the shortage of primary school places have re-emerged. We look at how many schools and local education authorities are facing the "crisis". Read
Health
According to the Daily Telegraph, GP surgeries are letting untrained receptionists triage patients. How widespread is this practice? Read
Europe
Official figures show that the downward trend in 'net migration' is stalling. But are new arrivals from the Eurozone the main reason for the turnaround? Read
Live video of the debates is available below. The debate begins at 2.30pm. Parliament has been recalled to debate a possible military intervention in Syria after allegations that chemical weapons … Read
Education
Last year early academies suffered a significant decline in their A-level performance, according to research carried out by the Independent. We look at just how significant this decline may be. Read
Health
According to medical experts, doctors are failing to diagnose and properly treat people with kidney malfunction. The Daily Mail claims that thousands of these patients are dying from dehydration. To what extent is clinical negligence to blame? Read
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