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Scotland: doctors query Swinney’s plan for walk-in health centres

17 Oct 2025
Scottish first minister John Swinney’s plan to launch 15 new GP- and nurse-led walk-in health centres has sparked debate among medical leaders about staffing and feasibility. The proposal aims to ease the ‘8 am rush’ for…

Spain: a different approach to Africa and to migrants

17 Oct 2025
In contrast to many Western nations, Spain is charting an independent path on migration and relations with Africa. While the USA, UK, France, and Germany are reducing development aid, prime minister Pedro Sánchez is deepening his…

Greece: parliament set to approve thirteen-hour workday

17 Oct 2025
Greece is poised to introduce one of Europe’s most controversial labour reforms - a thirteen-hour workday for private-sector employees. The new legislation, expected to pass parliament despite widespread protests, would allow workers in industries such as…

Gaza: conflicting emotions and remaining challenges as ceasefire takes hold

17 Oct 2025
Israel and Hamas have taken a crucial first step toward ending the devastating two-year war in Gaza, releasing hostages and prisoners under a US-brokered ceasefire. The exchange brought immense relief and celebration across Israel and Gaza,…