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The Guardian: SocietyGuardian

Wednesday 24 March 2010

Front page

People can play their part in the governance of the nation

Learning how to take and handle power is much more liberating for the human soul than magnanimous gestures from politicians, says the leader of a successful citizen-led campaign

Society news & features p2

Cheaper debt advice is not what this economic crisis requires

Advice from the private sector or over the telephone or web might make financial sense, but can they provide people sinking in debt with what they really need?
Social justice films get into the fast lane

New distribution channel, backed by Age of Stupid director Franny Armstrong, will use screenings to raise awareness and funds

Society news & features p3

Claims that NHS Choose and Book system puts choice before quality

Many patients and doctors remain critical of a £200m online system for booking hospital appointments
Abuse of 'baby-snatcher' social workers finds an outlet online

Social workers involved in sensitive child protection cases are being targeted as angry families vent their fury on blogs

Society news & features p4

It's decision time for delivering healthcare

Over the next seven days, the pieces could be put in place either for a decisive shift of care out of hospitals, or for hospitals to strengthen their grip on the system
Public service cuts will fuel reform

Now is the time to reduce benefits for middle and high earners, and cut frontline public sector staff - the prize is more efficient services

Society news & features p5

Shaping the mutual model

A desire for greener living prompted Sue Sheehan to rally neighbours and set up a climate action network. Now she's helping Lambeth council realise its 'John Lewis' ambitions

Society news & features p6

'It's not an overnight process joining the army'

Lieutenant Colonel Paul Meldon, commander, army regional recruiting, London
Will Total Place deliver on public services?

Turf wars between central and local government could scupper up to £20bn of savings on public services

Society news & features p22

Trusting in youth can help improve how the charity sector is run

Most charitable trustees and non-executive board members are over 45, but young people are being attracted into governance

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