Headlines, PublicNet: 1 April, 1999

Following the launch of the Modernising government programme yesterday, today sees the pace of change accelerating. The following are some of the major changes taking place.
Criminal Justice
Local authorities and police have worked jointly on developing strategies for the reduction of crime and disorder. Implementation of the strategies starts today.
Health
The National Institute for Clinical Excellence begins work. It will develop clinical standards through a series of national frameworks.