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How China’s smaller private firms may be paying the price for huge local government debts

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How China’s smaller private firms may be paying the price for huge local government debts

Private firms in China are in a “precarious” situation as debt-ridden local governments increasingly seek to boost earnings through harsh criminal law enforcement, lawyers and observers have warned. The latest such case, involving a businessman based in eastern Shandong province, has sparked fresh worries despite Beijing’s repeated pledges to foster a supportive legal environment for … Read more

Sabah’s local councils urged to combine efforts on plastic waste management

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Sabah’s local councils urged to combine efforts on plastic waste management

KOTA KINABALU: Collective action is needed to stop the growing threat of plastic pollution, workshop participants here were told. Local Government and Housing Ministry deputy permanent secretary I Stanley Chong said addressing the problem was crucial to protect biodiversity, preserve the ecosystem and safeguard people’s health. “Marine species, like dolphins and sea turtles, suffer from … Read more

Ofsted Report: Most UK Children With Complex Needs Live Alone In Childcare Homes

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Ofsted Report: Most UK Children With Complex Needs Live Alone In Childcare Homes

UK children with complex needs are finding it hard to survive as local UK authorities are struggling to place them in suitable homes, according to a new study conducted by Ofsted. According to an Ofsted report published on January 16, most local authorities in the UK are struggling to find homes for children with complex … Read more