Daily Archives: January 21, 2014

Malaysia in 2013 was marked by Najib promising legal reforms before the GE and restoring repressive laws after it.

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian government backtracked significantly on human rights after the May 2013 general election returned the ruling coalition to power with a significantly smaller majority, Human Rights Watch said today in its World Report 2014.

The passage of new repressive laws, arrests of opposition activists, and greater repression of political speech marked the apparent end to Prime Minister Najib Tun Razaks proclaimed reform agenda.

Malaysia in 2013 was marked by a tale of two Najibs promising legal reforms before the election and restoring repressive laws after it, said Phil Robertson, deputy Asia director at Human Rights Watch.

Since May the government has cracked down on basic rights, curtailed free speech, and charged activists for organizing peaceful protests.

In the 667-page world report, its 24th edition, Human Rights Watch reviews human rights practices in more than 90 countries.

Syrias widespread killings of civilians elicited horror but few steps by world leaders to stop it, Human Rights Watch said.

A reinvigorated doctrine of responsibility to protect seems to have prevented some mass atrocities in Africa.

Majorities in power in Egypt and other countries have suppressed dissent and minority rights. And Edward Snowdens revelations about US surveillance programs reverberated around the globe.

In Malaysia, previous progress on human rights was reversed by the passage of repressive new legislation, Human Rights Watch said.

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The City of London Academy Islington was judged by OFSTED to be a 'Good' school with 'Good' awarded for every category in November 2012. Ofsted acknowledged the Academy as making rapid progress and our 2013 summer examination results are the best the Academy has ever had. Over 80% of our Year 13 students secured a place at university and our GCSE results almost doubled, with 61% of our students achieving 5 A*-C grades with English and Mathematics; and 81% achieving 5 A*-C grades. Clear and crucial ongoing improvements are being made to secure our students' future here at the Academy and we are determined to continue to improve to an "outstanding" judgment at the next Ofsted inspection. Our Ofsted 2012 reads:-

We are looking to appoint an operationally and strategically motivated Human Resources Manager to lead on all aspects of Human Resources within a busy Academy environment. The ideal candidate will have strong Human Resources Management, excellent organisation, administration and communication skills. They will develop and manage the Human Resources function, providing support and guidance to management and employees. They will be CIPD qualified with a sound background in Human Resources policy and processes. A solid knowledge of employment law is also essential. For the right person, this post will offer you variety in your work, challenge, professional development and the opportunity to become Human Resources Director within two years.

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