The UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, has proposed a plan to test removing GPs’ authority to sign people off work as part of an effort to tackle the country’s “sick note culture”. Sunak aims to make it more difficult to obtain sick notes by having specialist work and health professionals issue notes instead.… Continue reading What do GPs think of Rishi Sunak's plan to strip them of sick note powers?
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Cass Review: Gender care report author attacks 'misinformation'
Following her review into gender identity services for children and young people, Dr Hilary Cass is speaking out about the concerning spread of misinformation about her work. She reported that there was “remarkably weak” evidence on treatments such as puberty blockers and hormone prescriptions for those transitioning between sexes. However, since the publication of her… Continue reading Cass Review: Gender care report author attacks 'misinformation'
Squatters vow to stay in Gordon Ramsay's London pub
A group of squatters have occupied the Grade II-listed York & Albany hotel and gastropub, which is owned by Gordon Ramsay Holdings International Limited (GRHI), and have put up a “legal warning” defending their presence. GRHI secured a High Court order for possession of the premises on Thursday, but on Saturday, court orders taped to… Continue reading Squatters vow to stay in Gordon Ramsay's London pub
'UK less ambitious on climate than before' says watchdog
The United Kingdom has been accused of being less ambitious on climate change than it once was, by the head of an independent government watchdog. Speaking to the BBC’s Laura Kuenssberg, Chris Stark, who leads the Climate Change Committee (CCC), said that Downing Street had sent a message to the rest of the world that… Continue reading 'UK less ambitious on climate than before' says watchdog
Mitcham: Historic Burn Bullock pub badly damaged in large fire
A large fire broke out at a historic pub in London on Friday, causing significant damage to the Grade II listed building. The Burn Bullock in Mitcham, which dates back to the 16th century, has been closed for the last decade but still contains interior features from the 1500s and an 18th-century exterior. The London… Continue reading Mitcham: Historic Burn Bullock pub badly damaged in large fire
Barnsley fire: Grange Lane closed as crews tackle blaze at recycling site
A waste recycling centre in Barnsley is currently on fire and being tackled by firefighters. South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue (SYFR) announced that fire crews arrived on the scene at around 18:30 BST on Friday and have been attending to the fire since then. The blaze reached its peak when 80 tonnes of used mattresses… Continue reading Barnsley fire: Grange Lane closed as crews tackle blaze at recycling site
Aural introduces new ‘Sonic Metamorphosis’ record, created entirely from the natural world
Berlin-based musician Aural has released his latest album, ‘Sonic Metamorphosis’. The record features tracks crafted from biodata collected from live plants and field recordings, offering an unusual exploration of the natural world. Each track conveys the conspicuous beauty of the natural world, which is highlighted by the blissful calmness of an African sunset. The songs… Continue reading Aural introduces new ‘Sonic Metamorphosis’ record, created entirely from the natural world
THELMA announces debut EP ‘What We Live For’ via Steel City Dance Discs
THELMA has recently announced the release of her forthcoming EP titled ‘What We Live For’ which will be available on May 16 via Steel City Dance Discs. With its lead single of the same name, the EP is based on techno, Detroit electro, and breakbeat. The carefully crafted melodies in the EP emphasize the creative… Continue reading THELMA announces debut EP ‘What We Live For’ via Steel City Dance Discs
Public toilets: Older people avoid drinking over lack of loos
Many older individuals in Wales are intentionally dehydrating themselves or opting to stay at home because of the lack of public toilets available. COVID-19 has led to the closure or limited accessibility of numerous toilets, which has caused a great deal of distress for seniors. Wales Senior Forum has urged the government to allocate specific… Continue reading Public toilets: Older people avoid drinking over lack of loos
Four rural primary schools have closure plans postponed
Plans to close four small rural primary schools in Northern Ireland, including one with just 13 pupils, have been postponed, allowing them to remain open for another academic year. The schools set to remain open are Balnamore Primary School in County Antrim, Lack PS in County Fermanagh, Queen Elizabeth II PS in County Tyrone, and… Continue reading Four rural primary schools have closure plans postponed