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18 Nov 2013

UK 'scrooge of Europe' on parental pay, says TUC

The UK ranks last in Europe in giving new parents well-paid leave following the birth of their child, according to new TUC analysis.
5 Nov 2007

Midwifery kit: charity gifts from Christian Aid

In Burkina Faso, volunteer midwives receive crucial training that helps them to keep new mums and babies alive and well. This includes education in hygiene, pre and post natal care, HIV awareness and how to prevent transmission of the virus from mother to child. Visit Christian Aid's Present Aid site here
1 Nov 2007

Abortion row rumbles on after report to House of Commons

The heated row over abortion is continuing after a report by the House of Commons Science and Technology committee said there was no scientific justification for lowering the 24-week limit for terminations. But there are also signs of movement on all sides.