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Its figures on the pension of the former-permanent secretary to the DWP are correct, his role in the decision making process is less clear cut. Read
Crime
Figures which suggest that Notting Hill Carnival has a similar crime rate to Glastonbury are unreliable. Read
Today we say a fond farewell to our longest standing volunteer, Sinéad, who is going on to work at Ofcom. Read
While it is a good idea to stay hydrated, drinking water at regimented times has no identifiable health benefits. Read
A viral post about the “costs” of Brexit misrepresents a number of economic analyses. Read
Marriage between siblings is illegal in both the UK and US. Read
We explain what it means to prorogue parliament, why it’s controversial, and how it could affect Brexit. Read
Immigration
Refugees can’t be penalised for entering illegally if they are claiming asylum and coming from a place where their life or freedom are threatened. Read
Facebook posts continue to falsely claim the government is planning to raise the pension age to 75. It is a policy recommendation from the Centre for Social Justice. Read
A similar view has been expressed by a Polish politician but it is not government policy. Read
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