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Liberal Democrat spring conference backs radical plans for the health service

The Liberal Democrat Spring Conference today backed plans to radically transform the NHS into a 'people's health service' by empowering individuals and decentralising control to local communities. The measures will set the NHS free from central government control, make it accountable to the people it serves through elected health boards and deliver high quality services to all guaranteed in a 'Patient's Contract'.

8 Mar 2008

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Wheelchair lie mother is jailed

A mother who convinced her son he could not walk and kept him in a wheelchair for five years has been jailed.

8 Mar 2008

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Vulnerable people 'denied rights'

The human rights of people with learning disabilities are frequently breached, according to MPs and peers. The Joint Committee on Human Rights say vulnerable adults are particularly likely to be abused and neglected.

7 Mar 2008

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BBC to search for disabled model

The BBC is to launch a televised search for a disabled woman to become a fashion model. Britain's Missing Top Model will see eight women with disabilities compete to prove they have what it takes to become a mainstream model.

7 Mar 2008

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Test to spot early glaucoma signs

Computer software to spot signs of glaucoma earlier than conventional tests is being developed by UK experts.

7 Mar 2008

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One night out 'damages hearing'

Nine out of ten young people have experienced the first signs of hearing damage after listening to loud music on a night out, a UK charity warns. The RNID says more should wear ear plugs to protect their hearing, without spoiling their appreciation of music.

7 Mar 2008

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Liberal Democrat spring conference backs radical plans for the health service

Wheelchair lie mother is jailed

Vulnerable people 'denied rights'

BBC to search for disabled model

Test to spot early glaucoma signs

One night out 'damages hearing'

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