Stormont: Charities call for executive to drop anti-poverty strategy

BBC News NI political correspondent Jayne McCormack reported that almost fifty charities and anti-poverty organizations are urging the Northern Ireland Executive to retract its draft strategy to combat poverty, stressing that families “deserve better.” It was noted that an anti-poverty strategy had been pledged by Stormont 19 years ago, but it was only recently endorsed… Continue reading Stormont: Charities call for executive to drop anti-poverty strategy

Man 'trapped' in Edinburgh home for months after locks changed

A man in Edinburgh named Lucas Honey has been stuck in his apartment for six months due to a lock change by a housing association. The new magnetic locks installed by C-urb made the front door too heavy for Mr. Honey, a wheelchair user, to push open independently. This change severely limited his ability to… Continue reading Man 'trapped' in Edinburgh home for months after locks changed

Lifetime ISAs leave some with less money than they put in, MPs warn

In a recent report, MPs have issued a warning that some individuals contributing to a Lifetime Individual Savings Account (LISA) could potentially receive less money than they initially put in. The call for reform comes as concerns about the product’s viability are raised. Anyone under 40 is eligible to open a LISA, allowing them to… Continue reading Lifetime ISAs leave some with less money than they put in, MPs warn

Covid inquiry begins examination of impact on social care sector

The inquiry into the impact of Covid on care services for the elderly and disabled will commence on Monday, focusing on the devastating effects of the pandemic on vulnerable populations. Bereaved families have long awaited this investigation, highlighting the failures in the care home sector as one of the clearest examples of mishandling during the… Continue reading Covid inquiry begins examination of impact on social care sector

Glastonbury's best bits: Capaldi's comeback, celebrity sightings and lots of spoons

red them as “the best band in the world”. Read more. 13) Mandatory vaccine charge outrage A crowd of revellers As revellers gathered to watch the sun set over Worthy Farm on Sunday night, many were shocked to receive a notification on their phones informing them that they would have to pay an additional fee… Continue reading Glastonbury's best bits: Capaldi's comeback, celebrity sightings and lots of spoons

Welsh Ambulance Service volunteer 999 responders part of overhaul

Jenny Rees, an accomplished Health Correspondent, delves into the essential role played by Jackie Hatton-Bell in Wales. Hatton-Bell, a dedicated volunteer, offers crucial assistance to ambulance staff by providing on-scene observations for crucial 999 calls. Her position forms part of a broader strategy introduced by the Welsh Ambulance Service, including the implementation of a new… Continue reading Welsh Ambulance Service volunteer 999 responders part of overhaul

Man dies after being taken ill at Margate drum and bass festival

Two individuals, Stuart Maisner & Bob Dale, reported on a tragic incident that occurred at a drum and bass music festival in Kent, where a man in his 20s lost his life. The man was rushed to Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Hospital (QEQM) in a severe condition from the event held at Dreamland amusement… Continue reading Man dies after being taken ill at Margate drum and bass festival