Author: Dave Carter

The competition for degree apprenticeships in England has surged dramatically over the last three years, increasing fourfold according to data obtained by the BBC. Degree apprenticeships, which combine a paid university degree with a salary, have become increasingly appealing as students and families grapple with the rising costs associated with traditional university education. Despite this… Continue reading Competition for degree apprenticeships quadruples in three years

Chloe, a 27-year-old from London, experienced rough sleeping last year after spending much of her childhood in contact with care and foster services. To avoid detection, she chose to sleep in parks away from central areas. She believes that any homeless person would accept a bed if accompanied by the appropriate support. Chloe highlights how… Continue reading 'Everyone in for Christmas' – Burnham's rough sleeping plan

Scientists have expressed surprise at the rapid recovery and growth observed in young children’s lungs following the implementation of pollution control measures in their communities. A particular focus of this research was the impact of London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone (Ulez), introduced in 2019, which successfully reduced harmful emissions in the city. The study observed… Continue reading Children's stunted lungs show recovery in ultra low emission zone

Emma Neil, a single mother, was an avid user of the online marketplace Vinted, frequently buying and selling items, especially clothes for her children. Her experience took a turn when she purchased a pair of sandals for £3, found they didn’t fit, and then relisted them for £2. This led to her being permanently banned… Continue reading 'Banned over a pair of £2 sandals': Why some sellers are complaining about Vinted

Political commentator Tim Montgomerie has announced his intention to challenge his suspension from Reform UK following his public critiques of senior party officials in media appearances. Speaking to BBC Newsnight, he described his appeal as a pivotal test of whether Reform UK truly embraces free speech within its ranks. Montgomerie, a right-leaning commentator who left… Continue reading Tim Montgomerie: Suspended Reform UK member vows to fight to remain in party

Ron Bailey’s four decades of political activism have earned him a wide range of characterizations, some less than flattering. Once called “the UK’s most successful parliamentary campaigner” by a former Friends of the Earth director, and described by ex-minister Sir Oliver Letwin as “the most effective and relentless lobbyist that it has been my misfortune… Continue reading How one man gets new laws passed – again and again

A deaf woman named Samantha received the incorrect vaccine at her doctor’s surgery because no British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter was provided, according to a recent report. Samantha had booked an appointment specifically for a flu jab, but staff gave her the Covid vaccine instead. This mistake occurred because she was not shown a BSL… Continue reading Deaf patient given wrong jab due to sign language error, report says

After a period of unsettled weather and recent rainfall breaking a dry spell of nearly two months, some forecasts are indicating a potential return to dry and sunny conditions in September across the UK. While temperatures are expected to dip slightly this week—possibly 2 to 4°C below the average for mid-August—there is increasing speculation about… Continue reading Does the September weather forecast suggest another UK heatwave?

Queen Camilla has, for the first time, spoken publicly about King Charles III’s cancer diagnosis and the emotional difficulty of keeping it confidential during the initial phase of his treatment. Speaking in a video to commemorate the 30th anniversary of Maggie’s cancer charity—of which she is president—the Queen reflected on the challenge of attending official… Continue reading Queen admits it was 'difficult' to keep King's cancer diagnosis a secret

Queen Camilla has made her initial public comments regarding King Charles III’s experience with cancer, an account that has caught widespread attention in the newspapers released on Wednesday. The Sun features a striking headline that reads, “Look at my husband, nothing stopped him,” highlighting the Queen’s admiration for the resilience shown by King Charles during… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Look at my husband' and 'Vlad plots revenge'