Health experts are suggesting that male health workers should be permitted to conduct breast screening examinations in order to address staff shortages in the field. Mammograms, which are X-rays given to women aged 50 to 71 every three years to detect cancer, are currently restricted to female staff. The Society of Radiographers (SoR) is advocating… Continue reading Male workers should be able to carry out mammograms, experts say
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Graduates turned down by supermarkets as vacancies hit four-year low
Reporting for the BBC, Kirsty Grant and Jennifer Meierhans share the struggles of young people in their quest for employment. Despite the government’s emphasis on increasing youth employment, job vacancies in the UK have dwindled to their lowest level in almost four years. The British Retail Consortium (BRC) highlights the challenges faced by young people… Continue reading Graduates turned down by supermarkets as vacancies hit four-year low
Kneecap apologise to families of Sir David Amess and Jo Cox
Belfast’s Rap group Kneecap has issued an apology to the families of murdered MPs Sir David Amess and Jo Cox. The apology from Kneecap comes after footage surfaced of the group at a concert in November 2023, where one member of the band appeared to make controversial remarks. The statement posted by Kneecap on X… Continue reading Kneecap apologise to families of Sir David Amess and Jo Cox
Welsh NHS 'in urgent need of turnaround', report says
An urgent need for a transformation in the Welsh NHS has been highlighted by a group of independent experts, who warn of the potential for increased patient harm and wastage of taxpayers’ money if immediate improvements are not made. The Ministerial Advisory Group (MAG), set up by Health Secretary Jeremy Miles, emphasized the necessity for… Continue reading Welsh NHS 'in urgent need of turnaround', report says
Sugar tax: Government plans to extend levy to milkshakes
The government has proposed expanding the sugar tax, currently applied to fizzy drinks, to include milkshakes and other milk-based beverages. The potential change would eliminate the exemption for dairy-based drinks and non-dairy alternatives such as oats or rice. Chancellor Rachel Reeves introduced the idea of broadening the levy during her autumn budget announcement last year,… Continue reading Sugar tax: Government plans to extend levy to milkshakes
Sex offenders to be denied asylum rights in new law
The UK government has announced a new policy that will deny asylum to individuals convicted of sexual offences. This decision is an extension of existing rules under the Refugee Convention, which already allow for the refusal of asylum to terrorists, war criminals, and other criminals with offenses carrying sentences of one year or more. Home… Continue reading Sex offenders to be denied asylum rights in new law
Deaths in Scottish prisons among highest in Europe
In a recent report, it was discovered that the number of deaths in Scottish prisons has increased significantly, with a 60% rise in the past year alone. The Scottish Centre for Crime and Justice Research (SCCJR) uncovered that 64 individuals passed away in jail in 2024, compared to 40 in the previous year. Over the… Continue reading Deaths in Scottish prisons among highest in Europe
L. S. Lowry painting bought for £10 expected to fetch £1m
An exceptional painting by L. S. Lowry, which was originally acquired for £10, is estimated to be sold at an auction for a staggering price ranging between £700,000 and £1 million. The painting, titled Going To The Mill, was purchased by Arthur Wallace in 1926, equivalent to about £780 in today’s currency. This acquisition is… Continue reading L. S. Lowry painting bought for £10 expected to fetch £1m
More than five local grooming inquires expected, says minister
Kate Whannel, a political reporter, has reported that Home Office minister Jess Phillips is anticipating more local inquiries into grooming gangs beyond the five that have already been announced. Phillips stated that additional details about these local inquiries will be provided once an audit examining the extent and nature of the issue is released. The… Continue reading More than five local grooming inquires expected, says minister
Otley Run security call after Headingley crossbow attack
Security measures need to be ramped up along the route of a popular pub crawl following a horrifying crossbow attack that left two women seriously injured, according to a local councillor. The incident took place on Otley Road in Headingley, Leeds, prompting police to respond to reports of a man carrying weapons. The victims, aged… Continue reading Otley Run security call after Headingley crossbow attack