UK universities ‘bribe’ prospective students with up to £1,200

More than a quarter of UK universities are attempting to ‘bribe’ A-leve pupils with laptops and discounts and cash offers if the chose them as a ‘firm’ choice on UCAS forms, it has been revealed. In a desperate scramble to fill places in a competitive market, universities are trying to tempt students with ‘incentives’, an … Read more

Care homes get £1,000 ‘bribe’ for taking in hospital patients to free up beds

Care homes get £1,000 ‘bribe’ for taking in hospital patients to free up beds – regardless of whether they had coronavirus or not Sixteen homes took the cash incentive offer from Birmingham City Council   Nursing homes had to admit the patient within 24 hours to qualify for the money   The local authority said the money … Read more

The Femail Face-off: As doctors trial a new incentive scheme… Should we bribe the fat to get fit?

NO by Linda Kelsey When I was training my Labrador puppy, I would reward her with a doggie treat when she responded to commands. Eventually, she learned to do my bidding without the treats. I am not a dog, however, nor do I wish to be treated like one. So when I heard that the … Read more