In the fiscal year 2023-24, the Ombudsman received a total of 2,498 complaints regarding councils' adult services. Of these, 782 complaints were thoroughly investigated, with an 80% uphold rate, indicating that most complaints were legitimate. This demonstrates a significant increase from the
September 27, 2024In recent years, the Canadian federal government has introduced several new social programs, including child care, pharma care, and dental care, which have sparked widespread media coverage and public discourse. A study conducted by Lydia Miljan, a Political Science professor at the University of
September 27, 2024Northumberland County Council is grappling with soaring social care expenses for both adults and children, prompting a plea for additional funding from the national government. Over the past five years, the need for social care services has surged dramatically, placing an unprecedented financial
September 16, 2024In today's digital age, social media platforms operate under intense scrutiny, balancing between preventing misinformation and preserving free speech. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's recent comments have sparked further debate about the influence of government pressures on content moderation
September 12, 2024In an ambitious move to tackle the growing menace of cybercrimes in the country, Malaysia is set to implement a new regulatory framework requiring social media and instant messaging platforms to obtain licenses beginning January 1, 2025. Enforced by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia
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