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In the summer of 1992, Prime Minister Paul Keating addressed a murmuring crowd in Redfern Park. On a small stage, surrounded by the sprawling public housing complexes of the Whitlam era, he delivered the famous “Redfern Speech”. Here, Keating eloquently condemned the idea “that to return to the poor and dispossessed is to risk being […]
OPINION: Wall Street woke up to its highest levels. US finance titans like BlackRock CEO Larry Fink are pushing corporate America to be more socially responsible in ways that critics say run counter to shareholder interests. He has money to defend his position. His company is the largest asset manager in the world, with over […]
From an early age, Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan proved himself to be a capable partner in the leadership of Abu Dhabi by playing an important role in managing the affairs of the emirate and supporting his father’s vision Sheikh Zayed. Sheikh Khalifa was instrumental in developing the administrative and governmental apparatus, which transformed […]
Gardai across the country carry out daily checks on various roads to ensure that drivers are complying with Irish law at all times. Although speed, tax, insurance and NCT checks are carried out regularly, some drivers are unaware of the wide range of other checkpoints at which they can get caught. From asking about welfare […]
Two motorists suspected of driving with drugs were arrested while two ‘dangerously faulty’ lorries were grounded at a multi-agency checkpoint on the M18 in Co Clare today. A number of other detections were made during the Garda-led operation which was mounted between 10am and 2pm on the northbound M18 near Barefield. An Garda Síochána, Customs/Taxation, […]
As part of an overhaul of rules relating to foreigners in Switzerland, the federal government has concluded talks on curtailing social rights for nationals from much of the world, Le Matin newspaper reported. © Photosbypanda | Dreamstime.com Discussions on the limitation of social assistance paid to certain foreigners, which have been going on for some […]
Now backed by 18 leading law firms, including Shoosmiths, the Social Welfare Solicitors Qualification Fund (SWSQF) has secured funding for an initial cohort of 22 social welfare legal workers, selected from a pool of competitive applicants, to complete the BARBRI preparation course and qualify as lawyers. The UK faces an overwhelming need for welfare lawyers. […]
Published: updated on – 17:19, Wed – 4 May 22 Aditya Sharma, the young social activist who is also the co-host of Social Media State in Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (Madhya Bharat) is ready to lead the nation towards betterment with his upcoming plans. Hailing from Narsinghpur, Madhya Pradesh, Aditya has always been one who […]
Social Affairs Minister Rajendra Pal Gautam on Wednesday chaired a high-level meeting to ensure the effective implementation of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act 1989 in the nation’s capital. Ordering officials to fill in any gaps, the minister said, “All implementing agencies should hold meetings and submit regular status reports to […]
Start preparing with BARBRI this month Twenty-two aspiring labor lawyers have begun preparing to take the Barristers Qualifying Examination (SQE) thanks to a new scholarship fund supported by an alliance of top law firms and legal charities. The Social Welfare Solicitors Qualification Fund (SWSQF), which legal cheek first reported last year, aims to support people […]
TN: Police and social welfare service alert on child marriages Chenai: The Tamil Nadu Department of Social Welfare and the Police are on high alert regarding child marriages taking place in the state. Although there have been many cases of child marriage during the lockdown, the recent case of a 40-year-old man trying to marry […]
Chennai, April 26 (IANS): The Tamil Nadu Department of Social Welfare and the Police are on high alert regarding child marriages taking place in the state. Although there have been many cases of child marriage during the lockdown, the recent case of a 40-year-old man trying to marry a 14-year-old girl has the social […]
Chenai: The Tamil Nadu Department of Social Welfare and the Police are on high alert regarding child marriages taking place in the state. Although there have been many cases of child marriage during the lockdown, the recent case of a 40-year-old man trying to marry a 14-year-old girl has the social welfare department on alert. […]
Now supported by 18 leading law firms, the Social Welfare Solicitors Qualification Fund (SWSQF) has secured funding for an initial cohort of 22 social welfare lawyers, selected from a pool of competitive applicants, to take the preparation course BARBRI and qualify as lawyers. The UK faces an overwhelming need for welfare lawyers. Faced with ongoing […]
Representative image | Image: Enable Teachers.com Stressing the need to improve quality standards at all levels in residential educational institutions under the social welfare department, social welfare minister Merugu Nagarjuna ordered officials to monitor conditions and take action. disciplinary action against staff who fail to perform their duties responsibly. He clarified that there would be […]
Vietnam had achieved the Millennium Development Goal on poverty reduction 10 years ahead of the set deadline (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – The Ministry of LabourInvalids and Social Affairs and the International Labor Organization (ILO) in Vietnam recently organized a joint conference to assess 10 years of implementation of social protection policies in Vietnam. Participants […]
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Thousands of Irish families are due to receive their monthly Child Benefit for May in less than two weeks. The monthly payment of €140 to parents or guardians of children under 16 is issued on the first Tuesday of each month. It is also available for children aged 16 and 17 if they are in […]
A €27-a-week increase in basic social care and pension rates is needed to address current inflationary trends, Social Justice Ireland has said. “It’s just about getting those payments back to where they were 15 years ago, before the banking crash. That’s what’s needed to protect the most vulnerable as the cost of living rises,” said […]
Irish social security payment dates will change this week due to the Easter long weekend. All EFT, An Post and check payments will be rescheduled during the holiday season. 1 Social payments will return to the normal schedule on Tuesday, April 19Credit: Alamy Live News All Intreo centers and offices will be closed on Good […]
Raising welfare rates, even on a temporary basis, is the best way to cushion the most vulnerable from the impact of runaway inflation, campaigners and economists say. With low-income households ‘disproportionately affected’ by rising prices, economists from the Central Bank of Ireland and the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) say the government may need […]
Mr. Mehreteab Fesehaye, Director General of Social Welfare at the Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare, said that the priority task of the ministry is to ensure the social welfare of citizens. Regarding the programs implemented in 2021, Mr. Mehreteab said that more than 1.3 million nakfa have been disbursed to 131 host families, and […]
The University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh’s Whitburn Wednesday event series continues April 13 with “Reimagining Social Welfare: Past, Present and Future.” The roundtable, presented by the Whitburn Center for Governance and Policy Research at UWO, will examine how growing polarization, budget cuts, stigma and other challenges have made it increasingly difficult to meet the needs of poor […]
Badr Jafar remarked, “The power of strategic philanthropy lies not only in focusing on the immediate, but also on building resilience for the future. The spirit of collaboration is essential here, because we can all go further together. Young people today play a central role in the future of strategic philanthropy. In particular, donor adoption […]
The Foundation for Welfare Services is an equal opportunity entity, providing support to families, children and young people. By Appoġġ, Sedqa and the Agency for Community and Therapeutic Services (ACTS) together with the Directorate of Gozo Branch Services, Directorate of Protection of Minors (CPS), Directorate of Alternative Care (DAC) and its back office administration , […]
Ho Social Parenting hardest Ms. Susan Akortia, Adaklu District Manager, Department of Social Welfare and Community Development, said parenthood was the hardest and most important job in the world. She noted that parenthood is not just about providing for a child, but about shaping and preparing them to become responsible adults. Ms Akortia made this […]
Events Transforming social protection systems for a fair and inclusive recovery The Covid19 pandemic has strongly impacted health and social protection systems in cities across Europe. It has exacerbated pre-existing inequalities in coverage, availability, quality and access to social and care services and has also shown the need for systemic change. The amazing humanitarian response […]
Nearly 400,000 free Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) kits have been sent across Western Australia by the state government over the past month, but community leaders say they fear some people in the regions are absent. Key points: Around 60% of free RAT orders were shipped to WA There are concerns that people without a fixed […]
Zomato’s delivery partners staged a protest in Chennai on March 20 against increased working hours, low wages and other forms of exploitation. With the abolition of the “prime” category of delivery partners, workers’ incomes have suffered a massive setback, while the increase in fuel prices is also impacting their incomes. The workers are demanding social […]
Express press service CHENNAI: Following the government’s release of draft state policies for women and children to improve their status, the Department of Social Welfare, which will implement these policies, is expected to get an increased budgetary allocation to 2022-23. Even as ministers made it clear that social welfare schemes are the bedrock of state […]
By RR Prasad*The social sector is rarely funded for its capacity and scale. In fact, government cannot afford to meet all of the growing demand for social services, and philanthropy and generosity are insufficient to fill the void. A very effective solution would be to create an enabling environment in which government and the private […]
The Irish Double Bank Holiday is fast approaching as most Irish workers prepare to enjoy a four-day weekend. The government has chosen to have a one-time extra holiday to thank all the frontline workers who have been making things happen amid the pandemic. Like all public holidays, Post Offices must be closed as well as […]
Home | Claims Conference announces US$720 million to 300 global welfare organizations to support Holocaust survivors Media Claims Conference | Press inquiries | Publications | Videos | Updates Allocations include nearly US$47 million for social welfare services in Ukraine as claims conference continues commitment to support Holocaust survivors in the face of imminent threat Holocaust […]
NEW YORK, March 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Gideon Taylor, Chairman of the Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany (Claims Conference), today announced the award of 720 million US dollars in funds to more than 300 welfare organizations worldwide to support home-based care and support services for frail and vulnerable Holocaust survivors. Gideon TaylorPresident of […]
Ferid Belhaj, a Tunisian national, joined the World Bank (WB) in 1996 as Senior Legal Counsel in the Legal Department and served as Chief of Staff to the President of the World Bank Group. He is currently Vice President for the MENA region and has also led numerous judicial reform projects. The WB representative recently […]
Single mother Loh Siew Hong met her three children at a welfare institution under the Perlis Welfare Department this afternoon. — photo by Bernama PUTRAJAYA, Feb. 16 – Single mother Loh Siew Hong met her three children today at a welfare institution under the Perlis Welfare Department (JKM), according to the Ministry of Women, Family […]
Many people may not be aware of a free online service that can quickly find help with benefits, work, money, housing issues and more in their area, just by entering a subject. to search for and their postal code. local council is delivered by the charity, net dutiesand has been developed to help people with […]
People living in social housing could see their rent taken directly from social benefits under new plans. A task force has been set up to consider the move as some local authorities face high levels of rent arrears. There was a mixed reaction to this proposal on the streets of Dublin city. Dublin’s former Lord […]
Download logo During an activity evaluation meeting held in Mendefera on February 10, the Southern Region branch of the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs reported that in 2021, social assistance programs worth more than 86 million Nakfa have been implemented. According to the report presented at the meeting, 70.5 million Nakfa were paid to […]
Around 1.6 million people in Ireland receive a weekly social allowance, according to the most recent figures from the Department of Social Care. Some 2.3 million people benefit from these payments and the social protection system plays a fundamental role in the daily functioning of the country. However, with the rising cost of living, many […]
The cost of living in Ireland is on the rise and prices are expected to remain high in the months ahead. The government plans to put in place a package of measures to help the public with day-to-day expenses, including a national renovation program and an energy rebate of €113.50. It comes as a deputy […]
Hyderabad: Students from the Telangana Social Welfare Residential Educational Institutions Society have secured places for the first round of MBBS Medical Counseling. Minister Koppula Eshwar and Society Secretary Ronald Ross congratulated the 190 students for securing places in the first round of medical consultation. He said 513 students had obtained medical seats over the past […]
Supporting good causes has always been an act of nobility on the part of the rich and famous. If the movie stars do it, the fans will follow. Some celebrities never publicize their support for social causes. The South Indian film industry has also contributed extensively to different causes. Also Read: Priyamani feels like Bollywood […]
Basic social care rates should be increased by €10, demanded Social Justice Ireland. The organization says the government should set basic welfare rates at 27.5% of average weekly earnings over a two-year period. They say it would reduce the cost of living in Ireland and directly help those on fixed incomes and those in low-paying […]
RAJOURI: Rajouri District Development Commissioner Vikas Kundal chaired a meeting today to review the functioning of the Social Welfare Department and the implementation of the various departmental programs. The meeting was attended by ADDC, Pawan Kumar; CPO, Mohammad Khurshid; PO ICDS, Kartar Singh; PO IWMP, Parveen Akhter; DSWO, Wakeel Ahmed Bhatt; AD planning; Mohd Rafi; […]
Haveri: The Social Welfare Department in Haveri, which happens to be Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai’s home district, is facing allegations of misappropriation of funds to the tune of Rs One Crore. The authorities reportedly took advantage of their exemption from scrutiny under the provisions of the Karnataka Transparency in Public Procurement Act (KTPP) and purchased […]
TDT | manama The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com The Head of Family and Child Prosecutions announced in a statement the placement of six children in one of the social welfare institutions belonging to the Ministry of Labor and Social Development after they were captured as part of attacking stationed police patrols with Molotov cocktail bombs […]
Segun James One group, the Social Welfare Integrated Program Initiative (SWIPI), has unveiled an initiative to address identified gaps in social care practice in Lagos State with the aim of achieving a caring society the least vulnerable. SWIPI Chairman, Dr. Kolawole Ajayi said at the official launch of the initiative, that SWIPI would help orphanages, […]
Sen. Joe Manchin III said Tuesday that President Biden’s $1.75 trillion welfare and climate change bill is “dead” in its current version. Mr. Manchin, a Democrat from West Virginia and a key vote in an equally divided Senate, was asked if Mr. Biden’s Build Back Better Act could be passed in a streamlined form. “Which […]
Democrats and liberal groups want to resume negotiations on President Biden’s $1.75 trillion social protection and climate change package in hopes of reaching a deal before the end of February. Lawmakers point to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and rising inflation as an impetus to pass the package, known as the Build Back Better Act. “In […]
Rice and basic necessities for people in quarantine As the Covid-19 outbreak raged, HCMC Party Committee, People’s Council, People’s Committee and Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee in HCMC rolled out two packages to support workers affected by the Covid-19. The city has also established the Center for Receiving and Delivering Essential Goods and regularly orders localities […]
BARNAL: Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) Chairman Sukhbir Singh Badal today announced that all welfare schemes that had been cut and reduced during Congress rule would be restarted even as he announced that hundreds of thousands of abandoned blue cards which gave access to the ration to the poor would be restored. within a month of […]
ZAGREB, 27 January 2022 – Minister of Labour, Pensions, Family and Social Policy Josip Aladrović said on Thursday that the government’s latest social protection bill responds to requests from associations of people with disabilities, mainly by increasing some allowances and removing means testing. “Between two readings, the government increased certain allowances, abolished the condition of […]
The People’s Public Sector and Utilities Commission stated in its report on LIC’s IPO: “LIC’s listing and divestiture will dramatically change LIC’s role as a social security provider for underprivileged strata, will dilute the central role played by millions of small policyholders for the benefit of well-to-do investors in search of profits. Indirectly, this implies […]
Palestine rejected the proposal to transfer the salaries of Palestinian prisoners to the Ministry of Social Affairs, a Palestinian official said. Hassan Abd Rabbo, an official with the Ministry of Detainees and Ex-detainees, said the salary transfer was rejected. Abed Rabbo told Asharq Al-Awsat that this is not the first such proposal, but they are […]
Disability rights groups protest against “JKM Cashless Monthly Assistance Payment Cashless Project Without Cash” initiative at the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development in Putrajaya on January 25, 2022. ― Photo by Shafwan Zaidon KUALA LUMPUR, 25 January – The Department of Social Welfare (JKM) cashless assistance payment pilot scheme for persons with disabilities […]
Recipients of social assistance in Ireland must meet strict eligibility criteria to qualify for payments. Additionally, while applying for benefits, they must continue to meet the requirements set by the Department of Social Welfare. This means that people must inform the department if they have a change in their situation or if they no longer […]
THE government has called on social welfare institutions across the country to strengthen relationships with the local communities around them to encourage, educate and design strategies. This decision should enable and develop local measures and strategies to prevent children and young people from fleeing to cities and engaging in unjustified activities that jeopardize their future […]
Photo: Marko Lukunic/Pixsell ZAGREB, 20 January 2022 – The parliamentary opposition on Thursday strongly criticized a reformed set of social welfare bills, saying the opinions of professionals have not been taken into account, the system is unnecessarily centralized and there could be long-term negative consequences. Despite some improvements, the reform goes in the wrong direction […]
NOW SAFE. Two minors believed to be members of the Communist Party of the Philippines-New People’s Army were rescued during an encounter in the town of Guihulngan, Negros Oriental on January 15, 2022. They are currently in the custody of the Social Welfare Bureau and the development of the city of Guihulngan. . (Photos courtesy […]
Matthew, adoptive parent The Department of Social Welfare has suspended a plan to take a baby back from foster care following criticism of its ‘bureaucracy’. The U-turn came after the adoptive parents went public they had been forced to give up baby ‘X’, who had been living with them for 17 months, once they sought […]
Millions of people across the country are currently claiming one form or another of social benefits. The Department of Social Protection is responsible for ensuring that all payments are made to those in need, but this also includes detecting any cases of fraud. Dedicated officers within the Department verify all payments and ensure that assistance […]
Hong Kong’s Department of Social Welfare will deploy a dedicated team to monitor the day-to-day running of the Mong Kok Residential Children’s Home, after 16 staff members were recently arrested and charged with molesting at least 29 toddlers for which they were responsible. In a statement released on Friday, the department said a team of […]
Representative image (Image: Wikimedia Commons) In a remarkable achievement, three girls from APSWR School Girls, Nellimarla in Vizianagaram district of Andhra Pradesh won the ATL Space Challenge-2021 held in September 2021. G Lavanya, R Poojitha and Class IX’s K Chinnammi have achieved national level recognition with their project “Creative Model of 3D Pragyan Rover”. They […]
A specialist unit within the Department of Social Protection continues to check people’s claims in a bid to catch fraudsters. Some 120 officers work within the Special Investigation Unit which focuses on the assessment and detection of welfare fraud. This includes 21 gardai whose role is to investigate the most serious cases of welfare fraud […]
Finance Minister Chris Saunders’ 2022-23 budget (CNS): Finance Minister Chris Saunders said the decision to consider issuing a US$400 million bullet bond in US capital markets will allow the government to restructure public debt on a more long term and will provide the flexibility it will need to respond to the country’s growth. social costs. […]
K. Chinna Teresa, Y. Rose Mary and P. Madhulika from class 7 of Andhra Pradesh Social Welfare Residential School at Markapuram in Prakasam district are all excited, eagerly waiting to receive surprise gifts from Indian Organization for Space Research (ISRO), Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) and Niti Aayog. The trio comprises one of three teams of […]
Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Rina Mohd Harun said the expected increase was in line with the government’s decision to increase eligibility for social assistance applications using the food limit 2019 PGK of RM 1,169 compared to RM 980 previously. – Photo by Bernama PUTRAJAYA, January 10 – The number of social […]
An Post has warned that a number of offices may have to close temporarily due to a staff shortage due to Covid-19. Due to the number of workers contracting the coronavirus, a spokesperson said it was causing “temporary strain” on resources. As a result, they expect some regions to experience delivery delays as they face […]
GENERAL SANTOS CITY (MindaNews / January 5) – The city council on Wednesday rejected the appointment of the wife of an official of a foundation linked to the family of the city mayor Ronnel Rivera as head of the municipal protection office Social and Development (CSWDO). General Santos Town Hall. Mindanews archive photo by BOBBY […]
Staff working in welfare offices were exposed to Covid-19 by members of the public on 129 occasions in the first months of the coronavirus crisis. Civil servants working for the Department of Social Care reported 129 incidents of clients entering their offices when they should have self-isolated or restricted their movements in 2020. Staff working […]
BUDGET 2022 welfare changes will come into force this week for thousands of Irish people. The Social Protection Budget package includes increases in weekly payments to pensioners, disabled people, carers, single parents and working-age people with additional increases for qualified adults and dependent children. 2 Changes will begin this week for recipients 2 Minister Heather […]
Chief Secretary AK Mehta was chairing a meeting in Jammu on Monday. Excelsior correspondentJAMMU, January 3: The Chief Secretary today called on the Transportation Department to improve the operational efficiency of J&K RTC to enable it to post operational profits over the next three months.He made this observation while reviewing the functioning of the transport […]
HYDERABAD – Deputy Commissioner Shaheed Benazirabad Aamir Hussain Panhwar urged all district social welfare organizations to extend their cooperation to the Ministry of Health and District Administration, in addition to other public welfare work, to meet the one hundred percent Corona vaccination target. Speaking to representatives of social protection organizations, DC urged all such organizations […]
A growing number of local governments and civilian groups in Japan are loaning smartphones to poor people to help them rebuild their lives. Many people have lost their jobs or fallen into poverty amid the coronavirus crisis. Smartphones, seen as a lifeline, are essential for people looking for work and housing. “(Impoverished people) can have […]
A number of changes announced in Budget 2022 will take effect as the New Year dawns. Those on minimum wage will see some extra money in their pockets, while increases in social benefits and pensions are also on the horizon. Living alone and fuel allowances are also increased, while the parental allowance period has been […]
LAHORE – Department of Social Welfare and Baitul Maal Punjab held various Christmas events here on Saturday. Punjab Social Welfare Director General Mudasser Riaz Malik attended a reception at Yuhanaabad Old People’s Home and later at Cathedral Church Mall Road as a special guest and cut the Christmas cakes. He distributed Christmas gifts to Christian […]
Senator Roy Blunt said on Sunday he fears that if President Biden’s Build Back Better plan is passed, it would exacerbate inflation, which is at 40-year highs. The Missouri Republican said the $1.75 trillion welfare legislation relies on fiscal ‘tricks’ and said putting more money ‘into the economy at a time when the economy is […]
Social recipients who receive their payments in post offices are warned of a five-day closure. Post offices across Ireland will close at midday on Christmas Eve and will not reopen until December 30. They will also be closed on January 1, 2 and 3. The Department of Social Protection said payments were made as usual […]
The major annual adjustments to payment dates for social assistance and state pension recipients are taking place mainly this week due to the closure of banks and post offices for five days. Both close from December 25 and will reopen on December 30. Post offices and banks will remain open until lunchtime on Friday 24th […]
The festive season could see thousands of people across Ireland contract Covid-19 and be forced into self-isolation. This means many of those who would normally work over Christmas and New Year will now have to stay home. The Department of Social Care reminds people that a welfare payment is available for anyone diagnosed with Covid-19 […]
Asmara, December 22, 2022 – The Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare is holding its annual activity assessment meeting and action plan for 2022 on December 18 and 19. During the meeting, which took place in accordance with the directives issued to contain the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, the directors general of the ministry […]
Mike Tyson needs no introduction in today’s modern era of boxing. The retro heavyweight king has deservedly cemented his place among the sport’s elite. He not only connects with former boxing fans, but through his social handles, podcasts, and more. Tyson also relied on his younger generation fanbase.The “Iron” Mike is making headlines with all […]
A number of important changes are coming to the welfare system in January 2022. A slew of Budget 2022 features will finally come into effect early next month with increases for welfare recipients. From 1 January, the maximum rate of all weekly social allowances will increase by €5 with proportional increases for qualified adults and […]
The holiday season always sees social recipients affected by major changes in their payment dates. Post offices and banks close for several days over Christmas, which means that many benefits are distributed to claimants earlier than usual. The majority of people receiving weekly or monthly social benefits will be paid within days, even if they […]
Volunteers helping with relief and rescue in affected areas in Taman Sri Muda, section 25 Shah Alam, December 20, 2021. — Photo by Hari Anggara KUALA LUMPUR, 20th December – The Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (KPWKM) has clarified that the roles and responsibilities of the Department of Social Welfare (JKM) in disaster […]
Sen. Joe Manchin III upended President Biden’s national agenda on Sunday by signaling his opposition to the $1.75 trillion Build Back Better Act, killing the measure. Mr Manchin, a Democrat from West Virginia, told ‘Fox News Sunday’ he had struggled for months over whether to support the massive welfare and climate change legislation, but he […]
Div Com chairing a meeting. Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, 18th December: The Divisional Commissioner, Dr Raghav Langer, today reviewed the implementation of social welfare schemes and the functioning of the department in the districts in a meeting attended by Deputy Commissioners and relevant staff via virtual mode.The Div Com spoke with the Deputy Commissioners and Social […]
JAMMU, DECEMBER 18: Divisional Commissioner Dr Raghav Langer today reviewed the implementation of social protection programs and the functioning of the department in the districts in a meeting attended by the Deputy Commissioners and the personnel concerned via virtual mode. The Div Com spoke with the assistant commissioners and district social protection officers in addition […]
IPOH: A total of 1,730 young women in Perak face menstrual poverty, says Dr Datuk Wan Norashikin. The chairman of the Perak social protection committee said that among the problems encountered were financial constraints and lack of information on menstruation and hygiene. “We realize that many of them belong to B40 families, where they not […]
Democrats are beginning to question whether President Biden’s $1.75 trillion welfare legislation is worth it, especially after a lone resister watered down the bill and delayed its passage until November. ‘next year. Lawmakers say Senator Joe Manchin III, a Democrat of West Virginia, forced the White House to reduce the size and scope of the […]
President Biden advanced his $1.75 trillion, 10-year welfare bill on Thursday, refusing to give up in the face of Democratic divisions threatening to sink the centerpiece of his party’s liberal agenda . In a public statement, the White House said it would spend the rest of the year advancing the bill, named the Build Back […]
Senate Democrats, frustrated with lack of progress on President Biden’s massive social welfare and climate bill, talk about blasting filibuster rules again to force partisan overhaul of laws country’s elections. The Democrats want to close out their first year of a Senate majority with at least one other major domestic policy win for the White […]
There are just 11 days left until Christmas Day, which means thousands of welfare recipients will have their payment dates changed. Due to the closure of post offices and banks, people receiving weekly and monthly allowances will see their usual payment dates impacted. Post offices and banks open for half a day on December 24 […]
Many people in Ireland will notice the positive effects of the 2022 budget in a number of areas as the changes come into effect in the coming weeks. From increases in social protection to the creation of thousands of new jobs and education courses, a lot will be implemented from January and beyond. Parents, landlords, […]
Democrats and Republicans trade arguments on President Biden’s welfare bill, much of the back-and-forth aimed at swaying Sen. Joe Manchin, the West Virginia Democrat who remains a key vote on the multi-trillion dollar bill. Democrats find themselves in a race to pass the bill before the looming holiday deadline. In a Monday “Dear Colleague” letter, […]
Rajendra Pal Gautam, Minister of Social Welfare, Delhi, received the Lord Buddha India Peace & Tourism Mitra 2021 Award by the Association of Buddhist Tour Operators – ABTO on December 10, Friday. The award was given to recognize his outstanding work for humanity, peace, nature, culture and the spread of the teachings of Lord Buddha […]
Gardai is stepping up the number of checkpoints as Christmas approaches, with “life saver” offenses being checked regularly. However, multi-agency vehicle checkpoints are carried out on Irish roads and include the warden as well as a few other authorities. The Highway Safety Authority, Customs, Taxation and Social Welfare Department all participate in the checks. However, […]
The Congressional Budget Office warned Friday that President Biden’s massive welfare and climate change bill would add $3 trillion to the federal deficit if all of its programs become permanent. The CBO, a nonpartisan agency tasked with analyzing the tax impact of federal legislation, released an in-depth analysis of Mr. Biden’s Build Back Better Act. […]