Author: Dave Carter

The Scottish government had committed to creating 30 walk-in clinics aiming to reduce the strain on GP surgeries. By the end of June, nine of these clinics were operational, with six having been open throughout June and able to provide attendance data. Since the first clinic opened on 10 February 2026, nearly 7,000 patients had… Continue reading GP walk-in clinics see low attendance rates, new figures show

Munchetty is recognized as one of the highest-paid presenters at the BBC, earning an annual salary of approximately £360,000, according to the most recent financial reports. Throughout her tenure on the programme, she has conducted interviews with a wide range of prominent figures, including Hillary Clinton, Michelle Obama, Sir Keir Starmer, Sir David Attenborough, and… Continue reading Naga Munchetty swaps BBC One's Breakfast for Radio 5 Live Breakfast

It looks like you’ve shared an article about jellyfish in Scotland, focusing on their seasonality, encounters by diver Ross McLaren, and information about jellyfish stings. How can I assist you with this content? Would you like a summary, more details about jellyfish species, safety tips for stings, or something else? Read the full article from… Continue reading How afraid should we be of Scotland's jellyfish?

The Jodrell Bank Observatory, home to the United Kingdom’s largest telescope for nearly seven decades, is facing the loss of its funding and the prospect of closure, according to reports from the BBC. This renowned site, crucial for studying far-off galaxies and nurturing upcoming generations of astronomers, has been described by scientists as an irreplaceable… Continue reading Jodrell Bank's Lovell telescope faces axe in science cuts, BBC understands

Pride weekend typically marks one of the busiest periods for many businesses located in city centres. However, for Gareth McKinstry, owner of Simply Fish & Chips in Belfast, Saturday morning was overshadowed by an unfortunate incident. His shop was broken into in the early hours, forcing him to spend time filing police reports rather than… Continue reading 'We lost all of our morning trade' – businesses fearful after more break-ins

The disappearance of estate agent Suzy Lamplugh in west London remains a deeply troubling case for police officers even after nearly forty years. On 28 July 1986, Lamplugh, aged 25, left her Fulham office to meet a client and never came back. Despite extensive investigations, her body has never been recovered. The Metropolitan Police plan… Continue reading Detectives 'haunted' by Suzy Lamplugh case at 40 year anniversary

Bev Hooper, a 67-year-old from Yorkshire, developed a deep affection for Gwynedd, which led her to purchase a three-bedroom home on the Llŷn Peninsula alongside her sister three decades ago. At the time, their council tax was halved because they only occupied the property half of the year. However, since 2023, second homes in Gwynedd… Continue reading Second home owners 'feel unwelcome' while locals struggle to buy

A senior nursing assistant has been sentenced to two years probation along with 100 hours of community service after filming and sharing videos of patients suffering from advanced dementia. Among the recordings was footage of a patient in a bath, accompanied by offensive remarks. Ciara Corvan, aged 28 and residing in Cathedral View, Armagh, was… Continue reading Craigavon: Carer who took videos of dementia patients sentenced

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has outlined his vision to enhance vocational education for young people starting at the age of 14. In an article featured in The Times, Burnham emphasizes the importance of valuing practical skills equally alongside academic achievements, stating that the country must “value the hard hat every bit as much as the… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Race against time' and 'We've lost a Goodie'

In rural areas west of Cardiff, farmers are facing ongoing challenges as gangs engage in hare coursing—illegally hunting hares with dogs—resulting in damaged property and destroyed crops. To counter this, some local farmers have formed a WhatsApp group to alert each other about suspicious vehicles, while others have taken physical measures, such as blocking field… Continue reading Farm gates smashed and crops destroyed by 'gangs hunting hares'