Starting next week, all GP surgeries across England will display a new system called Jess’s Rule, aimed at encouraging doctors to reconsider diagnoses if a patient has been seen three times without a clear medical conclusion. This patient safety initiative is inspired by the story of Jessica Brady, who tragically passed away from advanced stage… Continue reading Jess's Rule to be advertised in all GP surgeries in England
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Former Highpoint Prison officer jailed for sex act on inmate
A former prison officer, Rebecca Pinckard, has been sentenced to 32 weeks in jail after footage from her body-worn camera revealed her engaging in a sexual act with an inmate. The incidents occurred inside a storage cupboard at HMP Highpoint near Haverhill, Suffolk, and were captured in two video clips filmed just minutes apart on… Continue reading Former Highpoint Prison officer jailed for sex act on inmate
Ant and Dec launch their first podcast, Hanging Out, as part of new Belta Box platform
Television presenting duo Ant and Dec are making their debut in the podcasting world with a new show titled *Hanging Out with Ant & Dec*. This project is part of their recently launched digital entertainment venture, Belta Box, which aims to bring content to audiences across various platforms including YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. The… Continue reading Ant and Dec launch their first podcast, Hanging Out, as part of new Belta Box platform
Withernsea: Body recovered in search for girl missing at sea
Humberside Police have announced that a body has been found in connection with the disappearance of a 15-year-old girl who was swept into the sea along the East Yorkshire coastline. Grace Keeling went into the water at Withernsea on the 2nd of January. Tragically, her mother, Sarah Keeling, aged 45, and a passer-by named Mark… Continue reading Withernsea: Body recovered in search for girl missing at sea
Hundreds queue for 1p football shirts in Coventry
A large crowd gathered in the city centre as hundreds of fans lined up to purchase a coral away football shirt for the exceptionally low price of just 1p. The enthusiasm was evident with queues wrapping around the area, leading to an anticipated waiting time exceeding three hours at one of the sale points. The… Continue reading Hundreds queue for 1p football shirts in Coventry
Swansea gran, 93, flies to Philadelphia folk parade she loves
At 93 years old, Avril Madge Davidge embarked on an extraordinary journey to the United States, flying for the first time in three decades to witness a folk parade in Philadelphia that had captured her heart. A lifelong resident of Swansea, Avril had never previously visited America or owned a passport. However, after the passing… Continue reading Swansea gran, 93, flies to Philadelphia folk parade she loves
Council removes almost 1,000 flags from Derby streets
Derby City Council has reported that approximately 950 flags have been taken down from various public locations across the city. The local authority, administered by the Labour party, began this removal process in September, targeting flags displayed on bridges, walls, and lamp-posts. Councillor Sarah Chambers had previously stated that the time had come to end… Continue reading Council removes almost 1,000 flags from Derby streets
Teenage boys charged after youth seen with machete in city centre
Two teenage boys have been charged following reports of individuals carrying bladed weapons in the centre of Edinburgh. The incident took place on Friday afternoon near the intersection of Rose Street and Hanover Street, prompting a response from specialist firearms officers. Photos from the scene show a young male dressed in black holding what appears… Continue reading Teenage boys charged after youth seen with machete in city centre
New cash reward for information in unsolved Conwy murder case
A reward of up to £20,000 is being offered for information related to the suspected murder of a man whose remains were found over a decade ago in a remote forest. In November 2015, campers discovered part of the man’s skull in Clocaenog Forest, located in Conwy county, which led police to uncover his skeleton.… Continue reading New cash reward for information in unsolved Conwy murder case
Wayne Reid death: Four more arrests over Coleraine murder
Authorities investigating the death of Wayne Reid in Coleraine have recently apprehended four additional suspects. The 43-year-old victim’s body was discovered at a residence located in Society Court earlier this week, specifically on Monday. Following the discovery, police arrested three women, aged 28, 33, and 39, along with a 41-year-old man on Friday, all on… Continue reading Wayne Reid death: Four more arrests over Coleraine murder