Tag: Policy Change
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Niamh Conroy’s Legacy: A Call to Action for Earlier Bowel Cancer Screening
A life dedicated to saving lives Niamh Conroy, a tireless bowel cancer campaigner, has been remembered by friends, family, and public health advocates as someone whose determination transformed how we approach a disease that often goes undetected until it’s too late. Her advocacy focused on a simple, urgent message: screening saves lives, and screening age…
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The crucial word from voters that shifted Labor on youth justice in Victoria
Context: a cabinet-move born from public sentiment In the lead-up to a pivotal cabinet meeting in Melbourne, the Victorian government faced a high-stakes decision on how to handle youths accused of serious offences. On the eve of ministers gathering in the Parliament House cabinet room, a briefing note from the Attorney-General highlighted a new regime…
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New law targets driving test bots to protect learners and curb inflated slots
New law targets driving test bots to protect learner drivers A new government plan aims to crack down on the use of automated “bots” to book driving tests and resell slots at inflated prices. The reforms, announced by Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander, would restrict third parties from booking driving tests on behalf of learners and…
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U.S. Moves to End Temporary Protected Status for South Sudanese Nationals
Overview: TPS Termination for South Sudanese Nationals The Department of Homeland Security is poised to terminate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nationals of South Sudan, a decision that would end more than a decade of protection for thousands of people who have built lives in the United States under this program. The move, reported exclusively…
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World Lung Day: Youth Manifesto Against Tobacco Industry Interference Unveiled in Pasig
Event Overview In Pasig City, on World Lung Day, a collective of young Filipinos launched a bold stand against the tobacco industry. The TobaccOFF NOW! Movement, a youth-created and youth-led advocacy group, unveiled its Youth Manifesto Against Tobacco Industry Interference on Sept. 25. The document marks the start of a broader campaign, built with input…