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Wounded ex service people deserve to be looked after, says expert

Ex-service people facing illness or injury deserve to be helped in their search for fulfilling work, after the sacrifices they have made while in the armed forces, according to The Poppy Factory's chief executive.

Lansley: "Bad English a risk in doctors"

Andrew Lansley, the health secretary has suggested that speakers of poor English engaging in career development as doctors present a danger to those in their care.

Impotent-feeling employees stressed, says expert

Added that "tremendous stress" was possible in situations like that currently being experienced by the NHS.

Patients better looked after under integration?

Recent NHS-based research into so called 'integrated care' has suggested that the majority of those experiencing career development within the organisation felt that patients were being better looked during trial integration.

Jobless seeking surgery, suggests commentator

Those looking for career development "are hoping to gain an edge against their rivals" by having plastic surgery.

Businesses urged to take mental health seriously

Organisations in the UK have been warned to take mental health problems seriously to avoid costs associated with the problem.

Civil servants keep jobs while troops are sacked

MPs have described the sacking of armed forces personnel while civil servants remain secure in their posts as "grotesque".

Recruiters can help armed forces back into work

Recruitment specialists have been urged to help armed forces employees affected by the recent cuts back into work.

MoD announces further job cuts

The army, RAF and Royal Navy are facing job cuts amid budget fears.

Compassionate approach to long-term absence can boost reputation

Firms that are compassionate towards long-term absentees can increase their reputation and boost talent retention.