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2024 - 5 - 17

Government Shenanigans: From Elections to Minimum Wage and LGBTQ+ Support

Government Budget Cuts - Environmental Protection - Government - Healthcare - Legislative Process - LGBTQ+ - Local Government Elections - Minimum Wage - Transparency

Catch up on the latest government news - from local elections to minimum wage changes and LGBTQ+ support!

Government plays a significant role in shaping societies and making crucial decisions. Recently, local government elections in various regions have led to changes in control, highlighting the dynamic nature of political landscapes. In Edo state, Governor Obaseki's announcement of a new N70,000 minimum wage for public servants has sparked discussions on funding sources and public sector sustainability. The Welsh Government's commitment to creating a safe space for LGBTQ+ individuals reinforces the importance of inclusivity and support for marginalized communities.

In another intriguing development, eight State Secretaries have been appointed to represent Hungarian interests in Serbia, showcasing the diplomatic efforts and international relations of governments. Additionally, the call from the public to prioritize primary care over hospitals reflects a growing demand for accessible and efficient healthcare services in the UK. The Women and Equalities Committee's acknowledgment of the Government's acceptance of recommendations on sexism and health further emphasizes the ongoing efforts to address societal challenges.

Did you know that the Welsh Government is providing the first in-person support service for LGBTQ+ individuals, signaling a step towards increased inclusivity? Moreover, the issue of primary care prioritization over hospitals resonates with public sentiment, reflecting the importance of healthcare accessibility and efficiency.

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Local Government Elections 2024: What changes can we expect to ... (Open Access Government)

The election results have brought a change of control for 16 of the 98 council areas where voting took place on 2nd May, and six of them changed to no one party ...

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Edo's N70,000 New Minimum Wage to Be Funded by Government ... (Arise News)

Edo governor Obaseki says the N70, 000 new minimum wage for public servants will be funded by savings from government expenditure. Godwin Obaseki.

Welsh Government reinforces LGBTQ+ safe haven commitment ... (GOV.WALES)

The Welsh Government is reinforcing its commitment to making Wales a 'safe haven' for LGBTQ+ people by providing the first in-person support service for ...

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Eight State Secretaries to Represent Hungarian Interests in the ... (Hungary Today)

Serbia held early parliamentary elections on December 17, but the government was formed only on May 2. Bálint Pásztor, president of the VMSZ and parliamentary ...

Public want government to prioritise primary care over hospitals (The Health Foundation)

The Health Foundation releases new polling data with Ipsos looking at the public's attitudes on health and social care in the UK.

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WEC welcomes Government's acceptance of recommendations on ... (Committees)

The Women and Equalities Committee (WEC) has welcomed the Government's acceptance of most of the recommendations set out in its report on sexism and health ...

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Livestreaming government meetings should be the norm (The Storm Lake Times)

You don't often hear anyone extol the benefits of the Covid pandemic. But I did few weeks ago — when I stood before the Storm Lake Kiwanis club and talked ...

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Morning Update: Government cuts the budget of Information ... (The Globe and Mail)

Federal Information Commissioner Caroline Maynard says the Trudeau government has cut her budget by 5 per cent, a move that will make it even more difficult to ...

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Federal government cleaning up old landfill in Loudoun County ... (Virginia Mercury)

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency celebrated funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to clean up on old Loudoun landfill.

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Brookman: Lack of respect from government and public apathy ... (Calgary Herald)

The concept of public service and of caring deeply about public money has eroded over the past few decades, writes George Brookman.

A Royally Good Time: Celebrate May Long Weekend at Government ... (Government of Saskatchewan)

During the Victoria Day celebration, the museum and interpretive centre will be open to escort guests on a journey to the past. Be sure to catch the latest art ...

Saskatchewan Continues to Strengthen Economic Collaboration ... (Government of Saskatchewan)

Today, the Government of Saskatchewan extended their Memorandum of Cooperation (MOC) with the Japan Overseas Infrastructure Investment Corporation (JOIN), until ...

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Labour's plans to improve the legislative process are welcome ... (The Institute for Government |)

Lucy Powell on stage at the Institute for Government. Lucy Powell, Shadow Leader of the House, gave a keynote speech at the IfG on 14 May.

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Delta government pays health insurance for 250 PWDs (TheCable)

Isaac Akpoveta, the director-general (DG) of the Delta State Contributory Health Commission (DSCHC), announced the development on Thursday. The DG spoke when he ...

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Benin: a government and African Development Bank project ... (African Development Bank)

Benin and the African Development Bank officially launched the Project to Promote Sustainable Aquaculture and the Competitiveness of Fisheries Value Chains ...

Rosen Helps Advance Bipartisan Legislation to Stop Government ... (Jacky Rosen)

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV) helped pass bipartisan legislation in the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee to cut down ...

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Group Tasks Government On Safe Schools In Nigeria - News ... (News Agency of Nigeria)

Speaking at a media round table on 'Safe School Declaration Accountability' on Thursday in Lagos, Dr Abiola Akinyode-Afolabi, Founding Director WARDC, said ...

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