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23/02/2012 Head of Care Quality Commission resigns amid widespread criticism of watchdog

Head of the Care Quality Commission, the quango responsible for regulating Britain's abortion clinics, hospitals and care homes, has resigned.

23/02/2012 Abortion investigation: Health Secretary Andrew Lansley launches urgent probe

Telegraph investigation: Women granted illegal abortions by doctors based on sex of their unborn baby, no questions asked.

23/02/2012 Breaking the speed of light: CERN's neutrino experiment

Scientists at CERN have admitted an experiment that appeared to show neutrino particles could travel faster than light was potentially flawed due...

23/02/2012 Clinton says Somalia is at a 'critical' point

Somalia is at a critical point and must seize this moment to establish a stable government, US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton told a major...

23/02/2012 British MP arrested over bar brawl allegations

Britain's opposition Labour party suspended a lawmaker on Thursday after he was arrested following a late-night brawl in the House of...

23/02/2012 Oil price hits nine-month peak in London

The price of Brent crude oil surged to a nine-month high on Thursday, propelled by intensifying Iran concerns amid reports that Japan wanted to...

23/02/2012 World must help Somalia or 'pay the price'

International powers called Thursday for urgent action on Somalia, warning at a meeting in London that the world will "pay the price" for failing...

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Visas for coming to the UK

Visas for coming to the UK

Visa paperwork Whether you're relocating to the UK or just visiting, it's important that you find out in advance whether you need a visa.

An online guide for expats finding & purchasing a UK Property

An online guide for expats finding & purchasing a UK Property

Expat mortgages and everything to do with buying a UK property might sound complicated, but there’s plenty of help out there for you.

UK healthcare: Finding the right NHS service

UK healthcare: Finding the right NHS service

You can access the UK's National Health Service (NHS) in a range of ways. Here is an overview of the main services available to help you get the treatment you need.

Banking in the UK

Banking in the UK

Just moved to the UK? You'll need a bank account to effectively manage your money while you're here. Cliff Govender explains the UK banking system, including facilities that may come in handy down the line.