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An Adam Smith Institute poll found British voters were uncomfortable with the nanny state. Photo: Getty.

Voters say goodbye to nanny

20 August 2012 12:46

Has nanny finally blown it?  That was what we sought to find out.  After having the state tell us what to eat and drink, how to exercise, and even how… Continue reading

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The role of libraries

30 August 2010 17:33

New government statistics show that libraries are less popular than ever, with a drop over 5 years of nearly one-third in the number who visit them. Over 60 percent of… Continue reading

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Gaining work experience

12 August 2010 11:37

Twenty years ago, students typically took low skill "summer jobs" simply to earn money.  Now, most offices and organizations feature youngsters putting in unpaid time for work experience.  It might… Continue reading

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