Key Quotes for 2005

Showing page 12 of 38

1... 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 ...38

Last update: Wednesday 25th March




More than one in ten young people admit they have bullied via text message.
Social Issues	Youthwork – August 2005



One in five young people have been bullied or threatened via mobile phone or computer. 14% of those questioned have been bullied by text message – this is three times more than those bullied over the internet and four times more than by email.
Social Issues	Youthwork – August 2005



17% of those affected by camera phone bullying (aged 11-19) believe the images were also sent to other people.
Social Issues	Youthwork – August 2005



One in ten children in the UK have felt threatened or embarrassed by mobile bullying carried out by camera phone.
Social Issues	Youthwork – August 2005



In 2002, Ethiopia spent twice as much on debt relief than on water and sanitation.
Money	Idea Magazine – July/August 2005



Developing countries pay $100m per day servicing debts.
Money	Idea Magazine – July/August 2005



73% of people with fair skin who are at most risk of sunburn & skin cancer admit they still get sunburnt despite almost two thirds worrying it could lead to skin cancer.
Health	The War Cry – 16th July 2005



Overexposure to ultraviolet rays measured by the UV index causes skin cancer, one of the most common cancers.
Health	The War Cry – 16th July 2005



A survey commissioned by Boots to support Cancer Research UK’s SunSmart campaign showed that more than 70% of people do not know what the UV index is, despite its frequent appearance on TV weather forecasts and websites.
Health	The War Cry – 16th July 2005



On average us Brits spend a staggering one hour each day contemplating the joys of the office on holiday when really we ought to be escaping from it all.
Work/Employment	The Sentinel – 6th July 2005



The north-south divide in heart disease deaths shows no signs of narrowing despite growing efforts to improve health in the most needy areas, figures showed. There has been a gradual decline in the total number of people dying from coronary heart disease (CHD) in recent years, although it remains the UK’s single biggest killer with 114,000 deaths in 2003.
Health	The Sentinel – 6th July 2005



Climate change could be reduced if mankind swapped their pork chops for tofu sausages, according to new research. A scientist claims ditching meaty meals in favour of nut roasts could do more to cut greenhouse gas emissions than burning less oil and gas.
Environment	The Sentinel – 6th July 2005



Britons are collectively spending £4.18 billion at the airport while waiting to board their holiday flights, a survey showed. The average person spends £120 at the airport on duty free products, last minute essentials and currency exchange, according to Morgan Stanley Consumer Banking.
Money	The Sentinel – 6th July 2005



In the winter of 2003/2004, 21,500 people over the age of 65 died as a result of the cold in England and Wales.
The Elderly	The Universe – 26th June 2005



Women receive just 32p for every £1 of income received by men in a pensioner couple.
The Elderly	The Universe – 26th June 2005

Showing page 12 of 38

1... 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 ...38