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1. British white paper calls for closer ties between research and business.

Author

Walker, David

Subjects
*RESEARCH, *GOVERNMENT policy
Abstract

Reports on the British government's call for scientific research to be more responsive to the needs of business and industry. Science Minister William Waldegrave; Intention of reducing the number of doctoral places in science and to privatize a number of research institutes; Primary role of government as sponsor of research.

Published
1993

2. Chapter 9: MERSEYSIDE EVERYMAN THEATRE AND LIVERPOOL PLAYHOUSE.

Author

Turnbull, Olivia

Subjects
THEATERS, RECEIVERSHIP, GOVERNMENT policy, ECONOMICS
Abstract

Chapter 9 of Part Three of the book "Bringing Down the House: The Crisis in Britain's Regional Theatres," by Olivia Turnbull is presented. It explores the operations and problems of Merseyside Everyman Theatre and Liverpool Playhouse Theatre under the Conservative British government during the 1980s and 1990s. It illustrates the deep effect of the government policy on Merseyside theatre which has to go into receivership.

Published
2009

3. Chapter 10: HARROGATE THEATRE.

Author

Turnbull, Olivia

Subjects
THEATERS, GOVERNMENT policy, ECONOMICS
Abstract

Chapter 10 of Part Three of the book "Bringing Down the House: The Crisis in Britain's Regional Theatres," by Olivia Turnbull is presented. It explores the operations and problems of the Harrogate Theatre in England under the restrictive government policy of the Conservative government. It illustrates the slow-drip effect of enormous deficit on a small scale rural repertory theatre with a white collar audience during the 1980s and 1990s.

Published
2009

4. Chapter 11: TONY'S COUNCIL: ARTFUL OR ARMLESS?

Author

Turnbull, Olivia

Subjects
PERFORMING arts, GOVERNMENT policy
Abstract

Chapter 11 of Part Four of the book "Bringing Down the House: The Crisis in Britain's Regional Theatres," by Olivia Turnbull is presented. It details the transition of regional theatres under the newly elected New Labour Party in 1997 which recognizes the Arts as influential tool in a conservative but successful society. It reveals the creation of a national policy that favors the performing arts and lightens the position of regional theatres.

Published
2009

5. Chapter 4: MAJOR DRAMAS.

Author

Turnbull, Olivia

Subjects
THEATRICAL financing, GOVERNMENT policy, FREE enterprise
Abstract

Chapter 4 of Part Two of the book "Bringing Down the House: The Crisis in Britain's Regional Theatres," by Olivia Turnbull is presented. It discusses the impact of the New Right ideology to regional theatres which are slumped to more difficult position as the government has emphasized a free-market economy with scant regard for the Arts. It details the consistent low government's annual grant-in-aid and the Conservative's insistence that theatres should operate as commercial business.

Published
2009

6. The export of perversity.

Subjects
POLITICAL refugees, GOVERNMENT policy
Abstract

An editorial is presented that highlights the ongoing consequences of Australia's asylum-seeker policies as Abolfath Gheitasi, imprisoned on Manus Island for nearly a decade, douses himself in petrol in Port Moresby. It mentions that the exportation of this cruel system became evident as Britain, UK, contemplated a similar Illegal Migration Bill. It highlights that the regime, advised by Alexander Downer, dismisses the suffering of individuals like Gheitasi, with its uncertain nature.

Published
2023

7. Some in GOP Seek Lessons in U.K.'s Tory Revival.

Author

MACDONALD, ALISTAIR, Davis, Susan, and McKinnon, John D.

Subjects
*GOVERNMENT policy
Abstract

The article reports on the desire of some U.S. Republicans to rebuild the party by looking to the British Tory for inspiration. The Tory, which is out of power in Great Britain for 12 years, is said to be running ahead of the ruling Labour Party under the leadership of David Cameron. According to a spokeswoman for Cameron, more than 14 detailed policy papers in key areas including the economy and education have been published by the Tories since 2007.

Published
2009

8. Trust in immigration vital.

Subjects
IMMIGRANTS, POLITICAL trust (in government), GOVERNMENT policy, EMIGRATION & immigration
Abstract

The article reports that public opinion and trust on the immigration system of a country is important for the government to function for the benefits of the people focusing on the difference in public consultation on immigration issues in Great Britain and Canada.

Published
2018

9. If we help steel, why not BHS or Austin Reed?

Subjects
STEEL industry, RETAIL industry, GOVERNMENT policy
Abstract

The article mentions views of former retail store boss Philip Green on helping steel firms in Great Britain by government by taking equity stake in shares but not helping retail stores like BHS or Austin Reed.

Published
2016

10. Britain orders screening of would-be nannies.

Author

MacLeod, Alexander

Subjects
NANNIES, CHILD care workers, GOVERNMENT policy, CHILD care
Abstract

Reports that Great Britain is encouraging agencies that provide nannies to apply for official marks of approval signifying that nannies on their register are fully qualified. The 1997 murder conviction of British au pair Louise Woodward in the United States and the shaking death of Joseph Mackin by Helen Stacey; The problem of imposing national standards for nannies; Encouraging parents to do thorough background checks

Published
1999

11. France gets odd bedfellows in nuclear defense: Britain.

Author

MacLeod, Alexander

Subjects
GOVERNMENT policy, NUCLEAR weapons, FRENCH foreign relations, BRITISH foreign relations
Abstract

Comments on the friendly relationship between France and Britain on the issue of possession of nuclear weapons. Possible extension of partnership beyond defense.

Published
1995