More than a quarter of a million people are diagnosed with cancer in the UK each year. The earlier a cancer is found, the more likely it is that treatment will be successful. Knowing what changes to look for and
Cancer
Tribunal gives guidance on burden of proof in discrimination cases
By Baser Akoodie Over the years, the law regarding the burden of proof in race discrimination cases has led to a lot of confusion. Under the Equality Act 2010 which superseded the Race Relations Act 1976. if there are facts
Forced Marriage, Not in Islam’s name
Forced marriages within some Muslim households are a problem that cannot be ignored, but the reason also has to be acknowledged. Forced marriages are not through religion but through culture, hence 66% of the 1485 reported cases in 2012 originating
Plain packaging, but will it discourage smoking?
Following the Chantler review which concluded standardised packaging need not increase the illicit trade in tobacco, rejecting claims from the tobacco industry, standardised or “plain” packaging of cigarettes and other tobacco products should be introduced across the UK in 2015.
Alternative to Invasive Post-Mortems
Islamic Perspective Invasive post-mortems are forbidden in Islam due to the violation of the sacredness of the human body. The most explicit affirmation of human dignity (karamah) is found in the Holy Qur’aan, in a general and unqualified declaration: “We
The Marathon Experience
By Imran Patel Being my first marathon it was an amazing experience. You have to do it to understand the feeling of finishing a full marathon – it’s just awesome. The 26.2 miles alongside 36,000 people is anything but easy.
National award for outstanding head teacher
A national award has recognised the performance of a head teacher who has dedicated the past ten years to turning the fortunes of her school around. Hawa Bibi Laher OBE was one of over 20,000 nominees in the Pearson Teaching
Marriage
There comes a point in time for every woman that many would say is the most important decision of her life. That decision is choosing the person she wishes to spend the rest of her life with. However, when we
Stress and Mental illness?
Every year, one in four people will experience some sort of a mental health problem. But hundreds of thousands of people are still struggling to get the support they need. Still unable to access the services that could change their
Ohhh it Rile’s Me – Food Fights
By An-Nisa When I first started doing the family shopping there were little things I started noticing in the supermarket. For example at certain times there would be a lot of people walking around with empty trollies, or it would