Toxic culture of fear in swimming systemic – review

4 minutes ago About sharing Extreme competitiveness led to an “ongoing and systemic” culture of fear in the sport, the review found By Rebecca Woods BBC News, England A toxic environment in swimming clubs in England has enabled abusive training practices and bullying to exist for years, a review has found. Extreme competitiveness led to…

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Councils to be told to cut diversity plans in Budget

51 minutes ago Comments About sharing By Henry Zeffman & Kate Whannel BBC Politics Councils will be told to reduce spending on consultants and diversity schemes when Chancellor Jeremy Hunt delivers his Budget on Wednesday. Council leaders have long been warning they are struggling to balance their books, amid financial pressures. This week Nottingham City…

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