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'Emergency handbrake' needed on sickness benefits, says Tony Blair think tank
A think tank has called on the government to introduce an “emergency handbrake” aimed at reducing the number of individuals receiving health and disability benefits. The Tony Blair Institute (TBI) has recommended that people diagnosed with certain conditions, including mild depression and ADHD, should not qualify for cash benefits. Instead, these conditions should be categorized… Continue reading 'Emergency handbrake' needed on sickness benefits, says Tony Blair think tank
Social media: Minister promises 'some form' of restrictions for under-16s
The UK government has announced plans to introduce certain age or functionality restrictions on social media use for individuals under 16, even if it does not implement a full ban. Education Minister Olivia Bailey indicated that while the government is still consulting on the best approach, it is legally committed to taking action following this… Continue reading Social media: Minister promises 'some form' of restrictions for under-16s
Fox hunting: Bid to ban the practice begins again at Stormont
A fresh attempt has been made to pass legislation aimed at banning the hunting of wild animals using dogs in Northern Ireland, a practice currently allowed only in this part of the UK. This new bill has been brought forward by John Blair of the Alliance Party, five years after a similar proposal was rejected… Continue reading Fox hunting: Bid to ban the practice begins again at Stormont
London Marathon final finisher says race was a huge privilege
Clair Roberts, a runner from Milton Keynes, proudly completed the London Marathon, finishing in last place with a time of 12 hours and 16 minutes. Despite crossing the finish line just before midnight at an alternative endpoint in St James’s Park designated for those exceeding eight hours, she described the experience as a “huge privilege.”… Continue reading London Marathon final finisher says race was a huge privilege
'My husband finally got full time care – he died a week later'
Kirsty Parsons first noticed something was wrong when she observed how her husband Jim walked across an airport car park. Despite it being a dreadful, windy day, Jim seemed unusually relaxed, strolling slowly with hands in his pockets and no arm movement—what Kirsty later recognized as the distinctive “Parkinson’s walk.” At just 44 years old,… Continue reading 'My husband finally got full time care – he died a week later'
Man who murdered UK dad in Australia declared mentally unfit for trial
A British tourist tragically lost his life in a regional town in Australia after being stabbed by a stranger, who has since been deemed mentally unfit to stand trial. Royce Mallett, a father of two from County Durham, suffered a fatal chest wound in the incident that occurred on 8 July 2024 in a motel… Continue reading Man who murdered UK dad in Australia declared mentally unfit for trial
Figures show rise in suicides after domestic abuse
Official figures reveal a notable increase in the number of domestic abuse victims who have died by suicide in England and Wales. In the year leading up to March 2025, approximately 150 such suicides were reported, compared to 98 in the previous year. These statistics were provided by the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC), which… Continue reading Figures show rise in suicides after domestic abuse
Funeral for Bishop Auckland mystery baby found beneath floor
Nearly two years ago, a significant and poignant discovery was made during renovation work on a Victorian-era building on Fore Bondgate in Bishop Auckland. Beneath the floorboards, workers uncovered the skeleton of a baby wrapped carefully in a newspaper dated Sunday 19 June 1910. The infant was bound with a brown twine around the neck,… Continue reading Funeral for Bishop Auckland mystery baby found beneath floor
UK weather: showers at first but sun and 24C temperatures due this week
A high-pressure system that has been responsible for relatively dry conditions over the past week remains near the UK. Despite this, a region of cold air situated high in the atmosphere has been drifting overhead, resulting in some instability. This has led to the formation of shower clouds in various areas. These showers are expected… Continue reading UK weather: showers at first but sun and 24C temperatures due this week