Schools Brief
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Although Scotland, Wales, England and Northern Ireland are all part of the United Kingdom, their histories differ and they more often seem like separate countries rather than parts of one. A short history of nationalistic politics in Scotland and Wales is given. The outcome of the Scotland and Wales Act, in which citizens of both voted on the establishment of separate assemblies in 1979, is analyzed. The current status' of the Scottish and Welsh Nationalist Parties is examined. Although Northern Ireland does have its own assembly, it has only advisory powers. Fair treatment of Catholic minority interests remains a contentious issue in establishing a devolved government in Northern Ireland. Northern Irish nationalists are divided into those committed to a united Ireland and those who seek full integration into the United Kingdom.
Publication Name: Economist
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1983
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Brief case: the first strategists
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'Strategy' has evolved from the Athenian word 'strategos' first used by Kleisthenes in 508 BC. A strategos was one of the heads of the 10 Athenian tribes and a member of the stratos; the army. Athenians had the purest ideas on the meaning of strategy. These can be used successfully in modern day corporate strategy. Xenophon described strategy as 'knowing the business with which you propose to carry out.' Aineias the Tactician wrote the earliest book on strategy called 'How to Survive under Siege.'
Publication Name: Long Range Planning
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 0024-6301
Year: 1993
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Schools Shake-Out
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The Soviet Union plans sweeping school reform to start in 1986. School years will be lengthened. Industry will be emphasized. The Russian language will be taught in non-Russian areas.
Publication Name: Economist
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1984
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