Following concerns that a heart device had a higher mortality rate compared to a competing product, multiple patients were put at risk at two of the UK’s top transplant centers. Despite being aware of these concerns raised by the NHS in 2018, half of the patients who received the device ended up passing away within… Continue reading Hospitals knew a heart device led to more patients' deaths – but they kept using it
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Mandelson still in contact with Epstein in 2016, documents show
Lord Peter Mandelson’s connection with Jeffrey Epstein continued until 2016, as per recently released documents. This comes after the revelation of a previous instance in March 2010, where the former business secretary sought advice from Epstein on a banking deal shortly after the financier’s release from prison for child sex offences. Lord Mandelson faced repercussions… Continue reading Mandelson still in contact with Epstein in 2016, documents show
British couple held in Iran are on hunger strike, son says
A couple from the UK, Craig and Lindsay Foreman, have resorted to a hunger strike while imprisoned in Iran on espionage charges, according to their son in an interview with the BBC. They were detained in January during their global motorcycle journey. Lindsay’s son, Joe Bennett, labeled the accusations as “ludicrous,” citing his mother’s statement… Continue reading British couple held in Iran are on hunger strike, son says
Medomsley Detention Centre officer was 'prolific sex offender'
A recent inquiry has found that an officer at a detention centre for young offenders in County Durham, England, was “possibly the most prolific sex offender in British history.” Neville Husband, who was convicted of sex offences in 2003, abused five teenagers at Medomsley from 1961 to 1987, with a total of 338 sexual offences… Continue reading Medomsley Detention Centre officer was 'prolific sex offender'
Doctors' union acting like cartel and opposing taxes – Streeting
The Secretary of Health has accused the British Medical Association (BMA) of behaving like a cartel and endangering the future of the NHS. Wes Streeting criticized the doctors’ union on the eve of the 13th strike by resident doctors in England, scheduled to commence on Friday. During a speech at the NHS Providers conference in… Continue reading Doctors' union acting like cartel and opposing taxes – Streeting
Presbyterian Church moderator steps down over 'failings' in safeguarding
The Presbyterian Church in Ireland has faced a significant upheaval as the head of the church, Rev. Trevor Gribben, has made the decision to step down due to “serious and significant failings” in safeguarding. This marks a historic moment for the church, as it is believed to be the first time that a leader, known… Continue reading Presbyterian Church moderator steps down over 'failings' in safeguarding
Family pays tribute to woman killed at Birmingham bus stop
A tragic incident occurred in the city center when a woman was fatally stabbed at a bus stop in Birmingham, leaving her family devastated. Katie Fox, 34, was attacked on Smallbrook Queensway, near the Bullring shopping center, on a Friday evening and succumbed to her injuries in the hospital the following Monday. Djeison Rafael, a… Continue reading Family pays tribute to woman killed at Birmingham bus stop
Boy, 5, dies after Sidcup golf centre wall collapse
A tragic incident occurred at an adventure golf course in south-east London, where a five-year-old boy lost his life after a wall collapsed on him and a six-year-old girl. The emergency services responded to the scene at Sidcup Family Golf in Chislehurst at 17:40 GMT on Sunday following reports of the children being injured by… Continue reading Boy, 5, dies after Sidcup golf centre wall collapse
Judges say Scottish courts are risking right to fair trial in sex cases
A consequential ruling by the UK Supreme Court may spark numerous legal challenges by men found guilty of sexual offenses in Scotland. The court’s decision stated that Scotland’s courts have been following a method of dealing with evidence that risks denying a defendant their right to a fair trial. The case in question involved David… Continue reading Judges say Scottish courts are risking right to fair trial in sex cases
School uniforms: Cost 'shouldn't be more than 5% family monthly income'
The Department of Education (DE) has recently issued new uniform guidance, stating that the cost of school uniforms should not exceed 5% of a family’s monthly income. This guidance, however, does not specify a maximum cost for uniforms. In an effort to limit the financial burden on families, primary schools have been advised not to… Continue reading School uniforms: Cost 'shouldn't be more than 5% family monthly income'