Category: UK News

The high price tag of two groundbreaking Alzheimer’s drugs has led to a decision against their availability on the NHS due to the minimal benefits they offer. These medications, donanemab and lecanemab, are the first to slow the progression of the disease, potentially extending the time patients can live independently. However, the National Institute for… Continue reading Breakthrough Alzheimer's drugs too pricey to be offered on NHS

Written by: Jane Smith The upcoming decision on interest rates by the Bank of England is eagerly anticipated. After a reduction to 4.25% in early May, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) suggested the possibility of further cuts. However, experts believe that any additional reductions may be postponed due to inflation rates remaining above the target.… Continue reading Bank of England expected to hold interest rates

BBC News journalists Alison Holt and James Melley reported on the serious concerns raised over the North East London NHS Foundation Trust (NELFT) regarding the deaths of 20 patients over the past decade. These concerns were highlighted by coroners who criticized the trust for issues such as the quality of risk assessments and record-keeping. Shockingly,… Continue reading Under-fire NHS trust recorded patient ate breakfast three days after he died

The government has finally appointed the first Windrush commissioner, seven years after the scandal was brought to light, impacting numerous Caribbean migrants in the UK. Reverend Clive Foster, a senior pastor at the Pilgrim Church in Nottingham, will serve a three-year term in this newly established role. He is also the founder of the Nottingham… Continue reading Government announces first Windrush commissioner

The justice secretary, Shabana Mahmood, emphasized that human rights law should not be used to prevent the deportation of foreign criminals. In her address to foreign ministers at the Council of Europe in Strasbourg, Mahmood highlighted the need for the law to evolve to address new threats, stating that the government is working to clarify… Continue reading Foreign criminals should expect to be deported, minister says

A dramatic rescue took place in Greater Manchester after a woman’s car crashed into a canal and sank underwater. The incident occurred on Edge Lane in Stretford, where a white Audi collided with a van before plunging into the Bridgewater Canal. Fortunately, an off-duty firefighter was able to rescue the driver from the submerged vehicle.… Continue reading Woman rescued after car plunges into Bridgewater Canal in Stretford

Mark Robson, known for his distinctive voice in rugby commentary, had been hiding a dark secret while living a seemingly dreamy life covering the sport he loved. The abuse he suffered at Bangor Grammar School by the notorious paedophile Lindsay Brown was a distressing reality he kept hidden for years. Brown, the vice principal, faced… Continue reading Lindsay Brown: Rugby commentator Mark Robson kept Bangor Grammar School abuse secret

In a bid to combat pollution around schools, campaigners are calling on the Welsh government to establish more ambitious targets for improving air quality. Recent research conducted by Friends of the Earth Cymru indicates that over 200 schools in Wales could be located in areas where air pollution levels exceed World Health Organization guidelines. Although… Continue reading Welsh government urged to improve air quality

BBC Scotland’s environment correspondent, Kevin Keane, reports on concerns within Scotland’s meat industry regarding the increasing import of goods from countries that have recently signed trade deals with the UK. Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) highlights the potential risk these imports pose to the stability of the Scottish food sector. While farming unions see new trade… Continue reading Scottish farmers worried over imported trade deal meat

In a bid to assist more households in Britain this winter, the government is adjusting the eligibility criteria for the Warm Home Discount, allowing double the number of households to receive a £150 reduction on their energy bills. Under the new rules, anyone receiving means-tested benefits will automatically qualify for the discount, regardless of the… Continue reading Warm Homes Discount: Millions on benefits to get £150 off bills