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“It is very important that before there is a privatisation that confers a private new monopoly, it is very important to have sufficient regulatory framework,” she said. Loading Smith said he would continue pursuing the issue. “We will continue to shine a light on sectors where competition can be improved and await the outcome of […]
International Atomic Energy Agency chief Rafael Grossi said Iran has accepted a request to stop increasing its 60% uranium stock, which is enriched to near weapons-grade levels. Uranium enriched at 60% purity is just a short, technical step away from weapons-grade levels of 90%. Although cautious, Grossi was optimistic about the prospect emphasizing that Iran […]
The international chemical weapons watchdog said Monday that banned CS riot gas had been found in shell and soil samples provided by Ukraine from the zone where it is fighting Russian forces. An Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) convention bans the use of CS gas and other toxic weapons in war zones. […]
3M watchdog discusses PFAS A former 3M scientist said during a recorded deposition that he “agonized” over his decision to quit his job after his efforts to make the company aware of the dangers associated with PFAS chemicals were met with “roadblocks, delays and indecision.” (FOX 9) – A former 3M scientist and self-proclaimed “watchdog” […]
Hong Kong’s consumer watchdog received more than 500 complaints about concerts and other live performances this year, a 10 per cent increase on last year, with complaints ranging from changes in the advertised performer line-up to obscured views of the stage. “Hong Kong is an acclaimed events capital, with the government vigorously promoting its thriving […]
The Center for Countering Digital Hate said on Thursday it would leave Elon Musk-owned social media site X, citing concerns that upcoming changes to the platform’s terms of service could hinder the nonprofit’s ability to prevail in court battles. The exit marks the latest development in an ongoing tussle between Musk and CCDH, which has […]
The chair of the government’s equality watchdog, who was appointed by Liz Truss and investigated after a series of complaints by staff members, is to be given a further 12-month term in the post, the Guardian understands. The decision to reappoint Kishwer Falkner as chair of the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has left […]
Taiwan’s government watchdog has criticised the island’s coastguard for “serious lapses” in a deadly incident involving a mainland Chinese boat. The February 14 incident resulted in the deaths of two fishermen whose boat capsized while being pursued by the Taiwanese coastguard near Quemoy, a Taipei-controlled outpost also known as Kinmen, a few kilometres from the […]
For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Scotland Yard has referred itself to a police watchdog after two women complained about how their cases against Mohamed Al Fayed were handled. According to the Metropolitan Police, […]
The police watchdog will review how Metropolitan Police officers handled allegations of sexual misconduct against former Harrods owner Mohamed Al Fayed. The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) will review two cases the Met Police investigated in 2008 and 2013 after the force referred itself. Hundreds of people have contacted the BBC about Harrods and […]