Tag: government
Youth embody ‘spirit’ of 21st century more than parents, new survey shows
Even in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change and other global challenges, children and youth are nearly 50 per cent more likely than…
UN chief welcomes ’historic’ IMF liquidity boost for governments in need
As the COVID-19 crisis continues to exacerbate restrictions on government spending throughout the world, the UN chief on Tuesday welcomed the decision by the…
UK : Travel firms ’desperately need’ government help
The UK’s travel industry has reached a ”critical point” and is calling for further support to stem job losses. Measures to curb the pandemic have…
Biggest Thai protest in years puts pressure on government
More than 10,000 Thai protesters chanting “down with dictatorship” and “the country belongs to the people” rallied in Bangkok on Sunday in by far the…
’I’m ashamed of our rulers’: Bulgarians on why anti-government protests are continuing
Thousands of protesters have again taken to the streets in Bulgaria to protest alleged government corruption, with many calling for the resignation of Prime Minister…
COVID-19 can be “historic turning point” in tackling global climate crisis
Ministers must seize the opportunity to turn the COVID-19 crisis into a “defining moment” in the fight against climate change, the Committee on Climate Change…
More than half of UK businesses perceive lack for government support on recycling
Over half (53%) of UK businesses say they get minimal or no government support on recycling, reveals a new study by Rubbermaid Commercial Products (RCP)….
New Zealand’s Ardern, ministers take 20% pay cut for six months due to coronavirus impact
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, ministers in her government and public service chief executives will take a 20% pay cut for the next six…






