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Archives for: June 2008
25/04/08
ABOUT THE JOURNALIST EVENTS DIARY
Our Journalists Events Diary is updated each month with events taking place in the UK up to six months ahead.
23/06/08
International Migrants Day
18 Dec 2008
A Day when the international community recognises the rights of migrants around the world.
Jumbo jet crashes onto Lockerbie
21 December 1988
It is twenty years since a Pan Am jumbo jet with 258 passengers on board crashed on to the town of Lockerbie near the Scottish borders.
Saddam Hussein Captured
14 December 2003
During more than two decades as leader of Iraq, Saddam Hussein thrust his country onto the world stage.
International Volunteer Day
05 Dec 2008
The annual celebration of the contributions of volunteers to various causes and communities around the world.
16/06/08
Television cameras allowed into Lords
08 December 1983
Twenty-five years ago on this day, the House of Lords voted in favour of allowing cameras to broadcast live discussions from its chamber. The motion by Lord Soames won an overwhelming majority with Peers voting 74 in favour and 24 against the motion.
The televising of the Lords put pressure on the House of Commons to follow suit.
Human Rights Day
Human Rights Day
10 December marks the date over fifty years ago when the Universal Declaration of Human Rights was proclaimed, with its vision of a world in which all might enjoy rights and freedoms without discrimination.
Carers Rights Day 2008
05 Dec 2008
Between 40 - 60% of disability benefits go unclaimed, and with many carers unaware of how to access practical help, this campaign is designed to make carers more aware of their entitlements.
13/06/08
Transplant makes British medical history
06 December 2008
This date marks the 25th anniversary of pioneering surgery when the first heart and lung transplant operation was performed in Britain.
Death of David Ben-Gurion
01 December 2008
This day marks the 35th anniversary of the death of Israel's first prime minister. The day of his death coincided with new clashes between his homeland and Syria over the Golan Heights.
08/06/08
Tree Dressing Day
05 - 07 Dec 2008
Decorate and celebrate a living tree in your street, garden, playground, village, hedgerow or park on Tree Dressing Day and show how much you value it.
International Day of Disabled Persons
03 Dec 2008
The annual observance of the Day aims to increase awareness and understanding of disability issues and trends, and to mobilise support for practical action at all levels, by, with and for persons with disabilities.