Tag: UK
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One child in every classroom in UK schools born through IVF
The equivalent of almost one child in every classroom in the United Kingdom is now born as a result of in vitro fertilisation or IVF fertility treatment, new figures suggest.
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UK unions condemn Govt’s decision to end care worker visas
Labour unions and stakeholders in the United Kingdom’s care sector have come out strongly against the government’s move to stop the recruitment of foreign care workers, describing it as a reckless policy that could cripple the already struggling industry. According to The Guardian UK, the UK government is set to publish a new immigration white…
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Iron cast verdict: UK Supreme Court rules legal definition of a woman is based on biological sex
The Supreme Court has ruled that the legal definition of a woman is based on biological sex, in a decision which could have far-reaching implications for who can access single-sex services and spaces. It came about after the Scottish government included transgender women in quotas to ensure gender balance on public sector boards. Campaign group…
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Chevening: UK sponsored over 1,500 Nigerians — Envoy
Johnny Baxter, British Deputy High Commissioner, says in the last 40 years, over 1,500 Nigerians have received the United Kingdom Government’s Chevening scholarship and 3,400 Nigerians have benefitted from Commonwealth scholarships.
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UK reaffirms strong defence ties with Nigeria
The UK Minister of State for Defence, Lord Vernon Coaker has reaffirmed the longstanding defence partnership between his country and Nigeria in the fight against terrorism and counter insurgency opration in the North-East.
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UK ‘s new visa waiver entry system begins today
The UK’s new visa-waiver entry system took effect on Wednesday for passengers from dozens more countries, including millions of annual visitors from the United States, Canada and Australia. The Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) scheme — similar to the ESTA system in the United States — requires visitors who do not need a visa to enter…
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Syria’s First Lady: London born, Asma Al-Assad may not be welcome in UK
Once celebrated as an advocate of women’s rights in the Middle East, Syria’s British-born former first lady Asma al-Assad has fled into exile with her husband, with UK officials saying she is not welcome to return to London. Asma al-Assad, 49, her husband and three children have sought refuge in Moscow after rebels ousted Bashar…
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UK commits to efficient visa services for Nigerians
The United Kingdom has reaffirmed its dedication to fostering strong relationships and ensuring efficient, customer-focused visa services to Nigerians.
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UK, Italy, Turkey, Qatar-bound cocaine, meth consignments intercepted in Lagos, Abuja
. .how NDLEA nabbed masterminds at MMIA, Abuja hotel; foils bid to smuggle opioids into Lagos from Ghana Attempts by drug syndicates to export large consignments of cocaine, methamphetamine and opioids through the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, MMIA, Ikeja Lagos and the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, NAIA, Abuja to the United Kingdom, Italy, Turkey and…
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UK slams Russia with heavy sanction over war in Ukraine
The British government said on Thursday it had imposed its biggest sanctions package against Russia for 18 months, targeting people involved in the Ukraine war, African mercenary groups, and a nerve agent attack on British soil.