Ole Jacob Sunde

Facing flak over discrepancies in competitive exams, the #BJP-led Central government announced a flurry of decisions to contain the damage wreaked by the row, including shunting the #NTA chief, forming a panel to review the agency's functioning and handing over the probe into the alleged #NEETUG irregularities to #CBI Here are 10 points on the #NEET, #NET row 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g8cZVe86 #UGCNET #NEETUG2024

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Amid violent unrest in New Caledonia, the governments of Australia and New Zealand are sending planes to evacuate their nationals. Hundreds of tourists have been trapped in hotels due to the turmoil. Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong confirmed that French authorities have authorized two evacuation flights, with additional flights being planned. Approximately 300 Australians are currently in New Caledonia. New Zealand's Foreign Minister Winston Peters announced that an initial flight would bring home 50 passengers with urgent needs, with more flights to follow. The French High Commission in New Caledonia reported that the airport remains closed for commercial flights, leaving around 3,200 people stranded. The unrest in New Caledonia began over changes to the constitution that would allow more migrants, primarily from France, to vote, sparking deadly riots after the National Assembly approved the changes. The riots have led to six deaths, hundreds of injuries, and widespread destruction, including looted and burnt businesses and road barricades. The indigenous Kanak people fear the new voting rules will dilute their political influence. French authorities are deploying additional military and police forces to protect public buildings and maintain order. New Caledonia, a French territory since 1853, holds significant geopolitical and economic importance to France, especially as a major producer of nickel, essential for electric vehicle batteries. Source: AFP, AP, Reuters So what It is surprising to me that these evacuations have taken so long, it is likely that if the country was not controlled by France then they would have happened much sooner. One trouble, particularly for NZ will be a lack of air assets, limiting the number of trips and likely leading to a reliance on Australia to evacuate some of our citizens. Regardless, this is a great example of why countries, even little old New Zealand need a defence force, because you never know where and when you will need them. Follow us to join the intelligence community! #newzealand #france #newcaledonia #riots #airforce

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A Conservative former minister has called for first-cousin marriage to be banned in the UK. Introducing the proposals in Parliament, Richard Holden said the children of first cousins were at greater risk of birth defects and the practice should be prohibited to protect public health. However, independent MP Iqbal Mohamed argued a ban would be ineffective and said these issues would be better addressed through education programmes to raise awareness of the risks. Downing Street said the expert advice on the risks of first-cousin marriage was clear but indicated that the government had no plans to change the law. "In terms of legislation, the government has set out its priorities," a No 10 spokesman said. Holden introduced his proposals using the 10-minute rule process, which allows a backbench MP to make the case for a new bill in a speech of up to 10 minutes in the Commons. However, such bills are unlikely to become law without government support because of the limited parliamentary time available for them. Under current legislation, marriages to a sibling, parent or child are prohibited but not between first cousins. #uk #conservativeformer #firstcousinmarriage #independentmp #richardholden #governmentsupport #businessdor

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A range of promises to increase officer numbers via various funding formulas, scrap PCCs and 'depoliticise' the College of Policing and included in the manifestos. The main political parties have set out their policing sand crime pledges in their manifestos this week. Conservatives: The Conservatives have pledged to recruit an additional 8,000 police officers over the next three years if they win the general election. Under a second ‘policing uplift programme’, which would be partly funded by increasing visa fees and removing the student discount to the Immigration Health surcharge, new neighbourhood police officers would be given increased powers to seize knives and recover stolen goods. Labour: Labour are pledging to put more police in communities and “take back town centres from thugs and thieves.” Their pledge will involve hiring 3,000 new officers and 4,000 PSCOs at a estimated cost of £360 million, which they argue would be paid for through more efficient purchasing of police equipment. Lib Dem: The Liberal Democrats have unveiled their manifesto on the 10th of June. Their manifesto says: “Everyone deserves to feel safe in their own homes and communities. Liberal Democrats will prevent crime and build communities where people can truly feel safe.” Reform UK: Reform UK, say that “Law and Order urgently needs reform” as “The bobby on-the-beat is almost extinct.” And “crime solving is at an all time low”. They say that critical reform is needed in the first 100 days. To learn more, read our article on Police Oracle: https://lnkd.in/e8-mDN63 #UKpolitics #Government #LawEnforcement #CommunitySafety #CrimePrevention

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Senators urge pilot retirement age rise as experience leads to fewer accidents In the letter published on November 20, 2024, lead signee Senator Marsha Blackburn and her colleagues said that data supported the argument that “experienced pilots have fewer accidents than junior pilots”. According to the letter, the ICAO recently “advanced formal action directed at raising or even eliminating the institution’s recommended pilot retirement age of 65 years” at the 14th Air Navigation Conference. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/dWhq3KMv #AviationTalk #aviationnews #avgeek #aviation

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The Defending Democracy Taskforce needs to move further and faster to protect the UK from foreign interference. We can never be invulnerable, but swift action can ensure the UK is better prepared. Read our recommendations below in this article by Nathan Julius Frank

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Sir Bill Wiggin The Conservative Party MP for North Herefordshire tabled written questions in relation to enforcement and the fee review which have now received response. "Taking Control of Goods (Fees) Regulations 2014 To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, if his Department will make an assessment with the Enforcement Conduct Board of the potential merits of introducing regulatory changes relating to the Taking Control of Goods (Fees) Regulations 2014 separately to implementing the uplift to the fees recoverable for (a) High Court and (b) non-High Court enforcement." "On 17 July 2023, following a review of the fees that enforcement agents and High Court Enforcement Officers can recover when using the taking control of goods procedure, we announced that we intended to amend the Taking Control of Goods (Fees) Regulations 2014 to uplift such fees by 5%. We also announced that we would consult on reforms that aimed to encourage earlier and cheaper settlement of debt. We said that we would implement any reforms and the fee uplifts at the same time, in order to balance the need to ensure that there is a sustainable enforcement industry with making sure that those facing enforcement action are treated fairly. That consultation closed on 6 December 2023. We received detailed feedback from a wide range of stakeholders and the Enforcement Conduct Board have been consulted. A response to the consultation will be published and a timetable for implementation will be announced in due course." Given Rishi Sunak's announcement regarding the #GeneralElection on the 4th July it is now highly unlikely that the proposed fee increase will be given Parliamentary approval this side of the #Election. #enforcement #industry #fee #review #general #election

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Parliamentary Question: What steps does the Government plan to  take to improve support for people with ME Dr Charles Shepherd, Honorary Medical Adviser to the ME Association says: "We have a new Labour Government and this is a recurring parliamentary question on ME/CFS with the same ministerial answer. We would urge the new Labour Government to do its very best to ensure there are no further delays in publishing the Delivery Plan on ME/CFS." Read the ME Association comments in full here: https://lnkd.in/em5KipAs #pwME #MECFS #MyalgicE #MyalgicEncephalomyelitis 

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The industry is celebrating 80 years since the formation of the International Civil Aviation Organization. While the ICAO faces different challenges, its core mission remains the same. https://lnkd.in/gFdZ32EY

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A Cognisable Offence is one in which a police officer has the authority to make an arrest without a warrant and initiate an investigation with or without court permission. This type of offence is considered serious, as it allows the police to act immediately to prevent further harm or escalation, ensuring swift action in maintaining law and order. Adv. Vikanth Kamalakanthan #CognisableOffence #LegalProcess #LawAndOrder #PoliceAuthority #ArrestWithoutWarrant #LegalTerminology #CrimeInvestigation #SwiftAction

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Government plans to remove 92 peers from House of Lords Read more- https://lnkd.in/gia2X7rW #HouseOfLords #PeersDismissal #GovernmentReform #PoliticalChange #LordsOverhaul #ParliamentaryReform #ConstitutionalChange #LegislativeRestructuring

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Discussions about separating Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal’s(CAAN) regulatory and service provider roles has now taken centre stage. Although this issue has long been a key topic in aviation discussions, recent aircraft accidents have highlighted the pressing need for a thorough reform of CAAN’s regulatory responsibilities and enhanced safety oversight. Why is it problematic for CAAN to hold dual roles, and why is there a persistent push to separate its regulatory and operational responsibilities? Find out more ⬇️ 🔎 Sources: 🔗 ICAO: https://lnkd.in/gT6NrCCU 🔗 Triratna Manandhar: https://lnkd.in/gT6NrCCU 🔗 ADB loan assistance: https://lnkd.in/gpmnpTD4 🔗 EU on-site assessment: https://lnkd.in/gMNWjUNf 🔗 ADB on “Conflict of interest”: https://lnkd.in/gJrc6Uq7 #aviation #nepal #CAAN #saurya #yeti #crash #report #investigation #safety #policy #airlines #law #NPF

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Today's DRUM column: Government Piggy Bank Is this government weaponising the National Budget as the Opposition claims? Allocations under the Budget or a Supplementary Budget should be sacrosanct and ad hoc changes are unconstitutional. If it is true that the 33 members of the Opposition have not received their budgetted appropriations, it certainly suggests the PM and his Treasurer are not playing fair or by the rules. Maybe members need to take a class action to the courts to secure their appropriations. It is a human rights issue if large sections of the country are deliberately denied services by their government. Something has to break here. Read more here: ( https://lnkd.in/gBej2G6k )

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This distinction clarifies the definition of "passenger," specifying that it applies to individuals who are neither operating the aircraft nor stowaways. It provides clear guidance on who qualifies as passengers under the regulation and the rights accorded to them. #immigration #passengers #rights #Pearltonassociates #legalpractitioners

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