A new Scottish government inquiry has revealed that patients with life-threatening diseases were given contaminated blood without their knowledge. This led to over 30,000 people becoming infected with HIV and Hepatitis C through contaminated blood products in the 1970s and 80s, including approximately 3,000 patients in Scotland. The Infected Blood Inquiry assessed services across the… Continue reading Scottish infected blood victims 'studied without their knowledge'
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Infected blood donations in NI came from prisoners and the army
The Infected Blood Inquiry report has revealed that the majority of infected blood donations in Northern Ireland came from prisoners and army personnel. The report, which was published on Monday, found that the catalogue of failures that led to thousands of people being infected with HIV and hepatitis C was altogether “a calamity”. It also… Continue reading Infected blood donations in NI came from prisoners and the army
MP calls for Brixham firms to be compensated over water parasite
South West Water (SWW) will offer its Brixham customers compensation following the recent outbreak of cryptosporidium, according to Conservative MP Anthony Mangnall. Many businesses in the area have been severely impacted by the boil water alert that was put in place in response to the outbreak. Mangnall stated that, “I am absolutely determined to see… Continue reading MP calls for Brixham firms to be compensated over water parasite
Julian Assange awaits 'decisive day' in High Court extradition battle
Julian Assange’s wife, Stella Assange, claims that her husband is facing “enormous pressure” as he awaits a ruling on his right to appeal against his extradition to the US. Speaking to BBC Radio 4’s Today programme, she said the decision on Monday would be a crucial moment in the Wikileaks founder’s long legal battle. In… Continue reading Julian Assange awaits 'decisive day' in High Court extradition battle
Frank Ifield: 1960s chart phenomenon dies aged 86
Frank Ifield, the Australian music icon known for his incorporation of yodelling into his songs who scored four UK number one hits in the 1960s, has died at the age of 86. Ifield played a key role in the rise of The Beatles by booking them as a support act during their early years in… Continue reading Frank Ifield: 1960s chart phenomenon dies aged 86
London flooding: Should the capital become a 'sponge city'?
London has been identified by the Greater London Authority (GLA) as being at high risk of flash flooding. The authority proposed a concept of turning London into a “sponge city,” which would involve urban areas designed to absorb and hold rainwater to mitigate flood impacts. The blueprint is still in the conceptual phase, though flash… Continue reading London flooding: Should the capital become a 'sponge city'?
Milford Haven and Immingham top list of 'most polluted' ports
A UK clean transport think tank has released a report claiming that pollution from shipping is “choking” ports across the country. The report showed that Milford Haven in Wales was the most polluted port, followed by Immingham in Lincolnshire and Southampton. According to the report, ships in Milford Haven produced nearly 100 times more harmful… Continue reading Milford Haven and Immingham top list of 'most polluted' ports
What happens when councils take control of buses?
Bus services in England have halved since 2008 outside of London, leaving people on lower incomes and without cars struggling to get around. Whilst bus use decreased during the pandemic, lower demand has been an ongoing concern for areas outside the capital. However, the Berkshire town of Reading has seen steady bus use, being one… Continue reading What happens when councils take control of buses?
More D-Day remembrance planes will be found, says Grant Shapps
The UK Defence Secretary, Grant Shapps, has confirmed that more planes will be found for the mass parachute drop planned for the 80th anniversary of D-Day, despite issues arising over the availability of planes. One plane has been made available, however, four are required for the event. The Atlas A400 planes – those intended for… Continue reading More D-Day remembrance planes will be found, says Grant Shapps
Newspaper headlines: 'Blood on their hands' and 'Fantastic 4'
The front pages of UK newspapers are dominated by two stories: the impending release of the findings of the infected blood inquiry and Manchester City’s latest Premier League win. The Daily Express predicts an “official apology” from Prime Minister Rishi Sunak over the infected blood scandal, which is the worst treatment disaster ever to occur… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: 'Blood on their hands' and 'Fantastic 4'