Tories scorn Major's nursery revolution
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The Education and Employment Select Committee, which is dominated by Conservative MPs, believes that the UK government's nursery voucher scheme will not increase the number of private and voluntary nurseries. Indeed, it may mean that many close down. The committee's report indicates that there has been some success in trials of nursery vouchers undertaken in certain parts of the country, but that there is no guarantee that this success will be repeated everywhere. The main drawback of the scheme is that it has led to more four-year-olds being recruited into reception classes.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1997
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French newspaper says 'non' to Diana's denial
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French newspaper Le Monde has reported that Diana, Princess of Wales, was critical of the UK's previous Conservative government's handling of the issue of landmines. She has made a categorical denial of this claim, emphasizing that she has always maintained an apolitical stance on landmines. The newspaper is standing by its story, stating that an experienced reporter undertook a lengthy, serious interview with Diana, Princess of Wales.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1997
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How did so many end up in hot water?
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The UK's further education colleges are facing extensive funding cuts, and many are having to reduce staff levels. However, they believe that new approaches to teaching will allow them to meet these challenges. They are looking to use staff more efficiently, and believe that the strong growth in student numbers will have benefits for the UK economy as a whole.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1995
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