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6 September 2013

Europe

Has there been a sharp rise in Eastern Europeans claiming benefits?

David Cameron says that a future Conservative government would seek to restrict the benefits available to EU migrants. Meanwhile the Daily Telegraph suggested that Eastern Europeans have become an increasingly heavy burden on the taxpayer. Is this the case? Read

Fact checks
4 September 2013

Making donations, not war: who's giving the most money to Syria?

Last week MPs voted against a possible military intervention in Syria. Today, rejecting calls for another debate, the Prime Minister focused on the UK's humanitarian efforts. Are we the "second biggest" donor of international aid? Read

Analysis
2 September 2013

Health

Are admin staff doing the job of doctors?

According to the Daily Telegraph, GP surgeries are letting untrained receptionists triage patients. How widespread is this practice? Read

Analysis
29 August 2013

Syria: follow what's happening today

Live video of the debates is available below. The debate begins at 2.30pm. Parliament has been recalled to debate a possible military intervention in Syria after allegations that chemical weapons … Read

Analysis
28 August 2013

Health

Dying of thirst: is the NHS failing its patients?

According to medical experts, doctors are failing to diagnose and properly treat people with kidney malfunction. The Daily Mail claims that thousands of these patients are dying from dehydration. To what extent is clinical negligence to blame? Read

Analysis
23 August 2013

Crime

Are eight prison staff assaulted every day?

The Sun reports figures suggesting that eight staff are assaulted in England and Wales's prisons every day. Where are the numbers from? Read

Analysis

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