Abbey Furmedge
Abbey is part of the Evangelical Alliances Graduate Scheme 2024, working within the Advocacy team. Before this, Abbey gained a BA in Theology and worked in church ministry. She loves movies, the theatre, a good book, and anything where she can disappear into a storyline. Abbey's role in the advocacy team provides the perfect opportunity to combine her interest in politics and her passion for Jesus.
What's changing in the new Mental Health Bill?
28 January 2025In today’s society, we are increasingly aware of the importance of addressing poor mental health and providing support to individuals and families in such situations. Statistics regarding the current legal framework for mental health have highlighted a significantly imbalanced system. For example, ethnic minorities are disproportionately detained under the Mental Health Act (MHA), and detention rates are the highest among 18-to-34-year-olds. Additionally, individuals with a learning disability…
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VAT increases on private schools’ fees spark legal challenges
10 December 2024The pledge to remove the VAT exemption and eligibility for business rates and charitable rates relief for private schools was outlined in the Labour Party Manifesto. In the chancellor’s budget she stated that 94% of children in the UK are attending a state school, and therefore the government’s priority is to provide a high-quality education to those within state education.
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