Doctor strike during flu outbreak would be 'beyond belief', says Starmer

Sir Keir Starmer has strongly appealed to resident doctors, cautioning them against proceeding with their planned strikes next week. He described the strikes as “reckless” and expressed incredulity that such action would take place amid a growing flu outbreak. The prime minister emphasized that the NHS is facing its “most precarious moment” since the coronavirus… Continue reading Doctor strike during flu outbreak would be 'beyond belief', says Starmer

Newspaper headlines: 'King's cancer fight boost' and 'EU freezes' Russian assets

Several major UK newspapers have highlighted an encouraging update from King Charles III regarding his ongoing cancer treatment. In a video message broadcast on Channel 4, the King shared “good news” that doctors are now able to reduce the treatment he has been receiving since his diagnosis nearly two years ago. Emphasizing the importance of… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'King's cancer fight boost' and 'EU freezes' Russian assets

Being homeless eats away at your self-worth, says care leaver

Klarisse Smith’s experience highlights the challenges faced by young people leaving the care system in England. At just 16, Klarisse found herself living in a homeless hostel in Birmingham, having spent two years moving between various foster and family placements. Reflecting on that period, she recalled feeling neglected by her social worker: “I felt like… Continue reading Being homeless eats away at your self-worth, says care leaver

Terminally ill Swansea mum issues plea for Christmas cards

Clare Jones, a mother of three from Pontarddulais, Swansea, recently made a heartfelt appeal on Facebook asking for extra Christmas cards to make what she believes will be her final Christmas more memorable. Diagnosed with bowel cancer in May 2022, Clare was given the devastating news that her chemotherapy treatments were no longer effective and… Continue reading Terminally ill Swansea mum issues plea for Christmas cards

Evri: Delivery firm apologises to customers after parcel complaints

Evri has issued an apology to customers amid ongoing concerns about delayed and missing parcels in Northern Ireland, affirming its commitment to improving its delivery services in the region. The company recently inaugurated a new £1.3 million depot in Mallusk, County Antrim, in September. Despite this investment, the GMB union, representing some of Evri’s workforce,… Continue reading Evri: Delivery firm apologises to customers after parcel complaints

Disabled woman left to sit outside flat for hours during flooding

Just before Christmas, several vulnerable adults were forced to leave their homes after flooding struck a housing complex in Greenock. One particularly distressing incident involved a paraplegic woman who was left outside for seven hours while alternative lodging was arranged. Ultimately, she had to spend the night in a hospital bed due to the lack… Continue reading Disabled woman left to sit outside flat for hours during flooding

Reform claims to now have more members than Labour

Reform UK has declared itself the largest political party in the United Kingdom, citing reports indicating a decline in Labour’s membership numbers. According to an article in The Times, internal data suggests that Labour’s membership has dropped below the 250,000 mark. In contrast, Reform UK claims to have over 268,000 paying members, a figure that… Continue reading Reform claims to now have more members than Labour

King Charles shares 'good news' that his cancer treatment will be reduced

King Charles has recently delivered an encouraging update regarding his cancer treatment. In a heartfelt video message recorded at Clarence House, he revealed that due to early diagnosis and successful intervention, the intensity of his treatment will be reduced in the coming year. The King described this development as both “a personal blessing” and a… Continue reading King Charles shares 'good news' that his cancer treatment will be reduced

No plans to force drivers to report collisions with cats, government says

The government has announced that it currently does not intend to introduce any legal requirements for drivers to report when they hit a cat. This statement follows an e-petition that gathered nearly 11,000 signatures, urging Parliament to make it mandatory for drivers to report and take injured cats to the nearest veterinary facility. Under the… Continue reading No plans to force drivers to report collisions with cats, government says