Author: Dave Carter

The power of the postal service has been demonstrated once again as a letter addressed simply to “Mr James Holland, well known historian, Wiltshire” found its way to its intended recipient. The envelope contained World War Two anecdotes written by a 102-year-old widow of a veteran. The letter was given a further clue by Royal… Continue reading 'Brilliant' Royal Mail delivers letter with no address or postcode

Three Norfolk-based mothers, whose children were diagnosed with rare heart conditions while they were still pregnant, have formed a support group that has become a “lifeline friendship” for them. Louise Hubbard, Justine Ducker, and Danielle Mann initially connected after Louise shared the story of her two daughters being diagnosed with congenital heart disease. The three… Continue reading Norwich mums' friendship lifeline amid children's heart problems

New figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show that the UK economy grew by 0.2% in August. This follows two months of stagnation and marks a positive development for the country. While the ONS cautioned that growth has been slowing recently, these latest figures are still welcome news ahead of the government’s… Continue reading UK economy returned to growth in August

The fear of developing dementia is a common worry for those who have watched their loved ones suffer from the disease. Sally Magnusson is one such person. Her mother passed away from dementia in 2012, and Magnusson has been haunted by the possibility of developing it ever since. She has made a documentary film exploring… Continue reading Sally Magnusson: Will I be diagnosed with Alzheimer's like my mother?

A young footballer who lost both of his lower legs after being involved in a car accident has shared how grateful he is to be alive. Adam Golebiewski was only 17 years old when the accident happened a few weeks ago in Aberdeenshire. The double amputation was necessary, and he celebrated his 18th birthday while… Continue reading Teenage footballer who lost his lower legs just happy to be alive

The Chancellor of the UK, Rachel Reeves, is currently contemplating changing the taxation structure of pensions in an effort to raise £22bn. There are several options that the Chancellor is considering, some of which could affect workers who are starting their first job, those already working, and even those who are retired. While the debate… Continue reading Pension changes: How you could be affected

The Northern Lights have been putting on a stunning show in the night skies across the UK, with images being captured from as far north as Scotland to as far south as Kent and East Anglia. The aurora borealis, or Northern Lights, were initially thought to only be visible as far south as the Midlands,… Continue reading Northern Lights shimmer over UK in stunning photos

Former UK Prime Minister Theresa May has expressed her belief that justice for those affected by the Salisbury Novichok attack is unlikely. May spoke to a new BBC podcast about The Salisbury Poisonings inquiry, which will investigate the fatal poisoning of Wiltshire woman Dawn Sturgess in 2018. May stated that the inquiry’s findings are likely… Continue reading Novichok inquiry: Justice for victims unlikely says Theresa May

The UK government is considering scrapping short prison terms as part of a review of sentencing set to be announced later this month. The move would reduce the number of offenders in jails, which many believe are close to collapse. Former justice secretary and Conservative MP David Gauke is reportedly the frontrunner to head the… Continue reading Government to consider scrapping short jail terms

Elaine Fraser’s life was saved thanks to a change in the law that allowed schools to stock and administer adrenaline pens. After drinking a ginger beer, Elaine collapsed at home, unaware that she had a severe allergy. Recognizing the symptoms of anaphylactic shock, she knew that her time was running out and made a call… Continue reading Allergies: 'My school's EpiPen saved my life when I collapsed after drinking ginger beer'