Tag: UK News

Is Starmer speech a ‘plan for change’ or ‘emergency relaunch’?

On Thursday, Sir Keir Starmer will reveal his “plan for change,” which includes six “milestones” that must be achieved by the time of the next general election. If achieved, these targets will be transparent; however, with transparency comes the risk of failure. These measurable deliverables, according to insiders, will include half a dozen understandable and… Continue reading Is Starmer speech a ‘plan for change’ or ‘emergency relaunch’?

Elgin Marbles deal still some distance away, says museum chairman

A deal to return the Parthenon Sculptures to Greece may not be as close as previously thought, according to the chairman of the British Museum. Despite a former adviser to the Greek government announcing earlier this week that “negotiations have gone forward” and a deal was “close,” George Osborne has since stated that any such… Continue reading Elgin Marbles deal still some distance away, says museum chairman

Newspaper headlines: 'Long Starm of the law' and France 'in turmoil'

Sir Keir Starmer, leader of the UK Labour Party, is set to promise a crackdown on crime in a major speech. According to reports, the prime minister will outline plans to introduce an additional 13,000 neighbourhood police officers in England and Wales, aimed at ‘restoring the link’ between local law enforcement and the communities they… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Long Starm of the law' and France 'in turmoil'

NHS worker filmed and shared patient's mental health breakdown

A hospital worker filmed and shared secret footage of a patient’s mental breakdown, causing the patient to feel “dirty, angry and confused.” Julie Trafford, who had been sectioned at the Becklin Centre in Leeds, experienced crisis moments that were captured on video after being admitted. The staff member responsible for filming and sharing the footage… Continue reading NHS worker filmed and shared patient's mental health breakdown

Only adverts showing junk food covered by TV ban

Fast food companies will be able to bypass the UK’s government junk food advertising ban if their adverts do not feature unhealthy products that breach the regulations. The new advertising ban shall prevent foods high in fat or sugar from being advertised before 9:00 pm on TV and in paid online advertising, starting from October… Continue reading Only adverts showing junk food covered by TV ban

Will the government be able to hit its new targets?

=”_blank” href=”https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/police-workforce-england-and-wales-30-september-2024″>most recent data, police officer numbers had fallen by 2.6% over the last year. Labour is likely to call for more investment in youth services, education and community outreach to help reduce crime in the long-term. Climate change This is the area in which Labour is expected to make the most eye-catching pledge. While… Continue reading Will the government be able to hit its new targets?

Councils call for cash to cover homeless bill shortfall

English councils dealing with a rise in homelessness are calling on the government for greater funding to cope with the increased costs. Local authorities have had to house more people in temporary accommodation with the housing market experiencing increasing costs, leading to a funding gap of £737.3m over the last five years, according to the… Continue reading Councils call for cash to cover homeless bill shortfall

NHS gets 12 years to roll out new weight-loss drug

The NHS in England will begin rolling out a weight-loss drug called Mounjaro to patients starting in March 2022, according to final draft guidance from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE). The drug, made by Eli Lilly, makes patients feel fuller so that they eat less. It will be offered to obese… Continue reading NHS gets 12 years to roll out new weight-loss drug