Scientific experts: more attention needed

Article Abstract:

A survey on the role of scientific experts reveals that there is strong support for court-appointed experts. Courts in England have realised the need for special witnesses who can give evidence on fact and opinion. The Woolf Report is aimed at improving access to justice at reduced costs and to review procedures of civil courts in England and Wales. The report suggests that courts should have the power to appoint an expert who can give evidence to help the court.

Usage, Evidence, Expert, Expert evidence

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A crisis in scientific morale

Article Abstract:

Many medical scientists are succumbing to the myth that their instruments and procedures free them from the boundaries imposed by their minds and bodies. Such a belief of absolute rational control leads to isolation, bitterness and weird or obstructive behavior. Medical scientists can escape from such a trap by making the effort to affirm something beyond the data they gather.

Practice, Medical scientists

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Tories wreck U.K. fur farm bill

Article Abstract:

The move to ban fur farms in the UK by 2002 was effectively blocked by three Conservative Party members of parliament (MPs) on May 14, 1999. The three MPs introduced over 30 amendments that limited the proposal's chances of becoming law.

Conservative Party (United Kingdom), Clothing industry, Fur farming

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